Top Budapest Historical Tours - page 3

Venture deep off the tourist track and explore Budapest like a bonafide local during this exclusive insider’s walking tour. Discover little-known hotspots and local haunts that you’re unlikely to find in any guidebooks. Private guides are tailor-matched to each visitor, so you’ll be guaranteed a bespoke itinerary that revolves just around you. Upgrade to include transportation or food and drink options.

Rewind to the days of ‘Sisi,’ the 19th-century Empress Elizabeth of Austria and Queen of Hungary, on a 3-hour Godollo Palace tour from Budapest. Travel to Godollo, Sisi’s favored summer palace, and take an interior tour of the baroque residence. Learn secrets about Sisi and her husband, Franz Joseph I, and discover their rooms, hidden doors, and possessions as you hear stories about their private lives. Air-conditioned transport and entrance fees included.

Get a historian’s perspective on Budapest’s Jewish Quarter with this guided walking tour. Wander the shop and bar-lined city streets of District VII, passing by key landmarks including synagogues and statues. A guide explains how the neighborhood evolved from Jewish ghetto to gentrifying bohemian quarter, as well as covering key chapters from Budapest’s Jewish history.

Experience the sights and sounds of Budapest on a four-hour e-bike tour. Visit Freedom Square, Margaret Bridge, and more. You'll enjoy the thrill of seeing the city by bike and won’t get worn out thanks to the electric motor.  Your guide is with you every step of the way to narrate the tour and answer questions. Across the river, enjoy a break with complimentary cake and coffee, before continuing the tour.

Though for many visitors Budapest is a bustling, modern urban metropolis, history fans know that much more lies just below the surface. Don't miss the chance to discover the Budapest's rich and diverse history on this historian-led, guided walking tour focusing on the communist era in Hungary. Follow your guide to several hidden-in-plain-sight relics—like the remains of an old bunker—and must-see attractions, including St. Stephen's Basilica, with several stops along the way.

Looking across the Danube River from its hilltop perch, it's hard to miss Budapest's stately Buda Castle, a must-see attraction for all visitors to the Hungarian capital. On this small-group sightseeing tour, you can visit the Buda Castle and more. Wander the Castle District's cobblestoned streets, enjoy a Buda Castle tour, and stop at must-see Castle Hill sights, including a medieval church, and Fisherman's Bastion.

See the best of Budapest by foot and by boat on this comprehensive evening tour. Stroll through the city streets on a walking tour with your guide before boarding an optional sightseeing cruise along the Danube River. Pass landmarks like the Chain Bridge and Gellért Spa, and see the Buda Castle aglow at night. This tour is limited to 15 people to keep the experience as intimate as it is unique.

Spend a day away from the crowds of the capital without having to join a massive tour group. This private tour takes you a short distance southwest of Budapest to Lake Balaton, a sprawling lake surrounded by charming towns and rolling countryside. Cruise through your day at a leisurely pace with only your private guide by your side. Take a ferry cruise across the lake, walk around the historic village of Tihany (home to the 11th-century Benedictine Tihany Abbey) and enjoy the picturesque views from the Balatonfüred promenade.

Buda Castle is one of Budapest’s most impressive landmarks, dating back to the 13th century. With this tour, explore the castle on a guided walking tour, taking in the Royal Palace, Alexander Palace, the Matthias Church, and the Palace Gardens. Dive into Hungary’s fascinating history and heritage with your historian guide, visit Matthias Church and the Savoy Terrace, and admire magnificent views from the Fishermen’s Bastion.

Admire the beautiful Buda Castle District on a walking tour in Budapest. Follow a local guide around the cobblestone streets and hear stories of the city’s rich history. See UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Royal Palace, as well as the lesser-known landmarks such as Sandor Palace. Be sure to capture pictures with family and friends from the panoramic lookout of Fisherman’s Bastion before you head out.

Make the most of your day!!! Take a memorable private tour in the famous Danube bend with a perfect guide and enjoy an afternoon wine tasting with lunch. Join our 6 hours informative private city tour of Szentendre and Visegrad with lunch  and  take the great opportunity to learn and taste Hungarian wines.  Wander around the narrow streets of the Baroque Old Town  Admire the main attractions of the famous artist village, which was built on medieval ruins  Hear about the history of the Visegrad Castle during your walking tour from our professional guide Opportunity for souvenir shopping Enjoy a delicious lunch in a lovely wine cellar  Taste and learn about Hungarian wine from an expert sommelier

Fitting in Budapest’s major landmarks all in one day can be extremely overwhelming if you’re walking on foot. Opt instead for this private Budapest city tour by car, and ride comfortably around and get an extensive overview of the city. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off are included, too.

Pedal past Budapest’s top attractions on a bike tour with lunch. See the historic Chain Bridge, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the UNESCO-listed Buda Castle District and more, with a local guide leading the way. Hear historical commentary from your guide as you go, providing a rich context for the architecture around you. Conclude with a hearty helping of Hungarian goulash stew for lunch. The group is limited to 12 to keep the experience as intimate as possible.

Explore the highlights of the picturesque Buda district during this small-group, half-day Budapest walking tour. See where Hungarian kings were coronated during an exterior visit to Matthias Church, enjoy panoramic views overlooking the Danube from Fisherman’s Bastion, see iconic Buda Castle and Sandor Palace, and visit the Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum during a guided tour, with admission tickets provided.

Explore what was the private residence of ‘Sissi,’ the much-loved 19th-century Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary, on this half-day trip to Godollo from Budapest. Travel northeast to this 18th-century baroque palace, a favorite retreat of Sissi and her husband, Emperor Franz Joseph I, and bypass the ticket lines to tour the rooms and parkland as you learn about their daily lives here. Includes skip-the-line admission, air-conditioned transport, and hotel pickup in Budapest.

Tick off top attractions on both sides of the Danube River during this three-hour private tour of Budapest’s Buda and Pest districts. See the mummified hand of the first Hungarian king in St. Stephen’s Basilica, enjoy panoramic views overlooking the city from Buda Castle and the Fisherman’s Bastion, watch guards in historical uniforms outside Sandor Palace, and continue the tour with an optional interior visit of Matthias Church.

Check out all the famous sites in Budapest, like Buda Castle, Matthias church, Heroes Square, and much more on this private tour. You’ll travel between sites by car, so you won't have to deal with taxis or public transportation. Your guide will take care of logistics, so you just need to enjoy your half-day out.

Have only a limited time to discover Budapest? See the best of the city in just half a day on this private tour. Choose from numerous start times, meet your guide directly at your hotel, and hop aboard your private vehicle. You’ll stop to discover key landmarks ranging from St. Stephen’s Basilica and the Hungarian Parliament Building to Buda Castle, the Fisherman’s Bastion, and more, all while learning the stories behind the sights.

We offer deeply personal exploration of history through touching stories, alongside insights into Budapest's vibrant contemporary culture, including its renowned nightlife and urban art scene. In addition to delving into the rich historical significance of the Jewish District, our tours stand out for their emphasis on uncovering hidden symbols and lesser-known narratives, providing a comprehensive understanding beyond typical tourist experiences. The small booking fee you have paid to Viator is an administrative fee to guarantee your spot on the tour. You are encouraged to tip your guide what you feel the tour was worth at the end. Most guests tip €10 per person, some even more. Our guides work very hard for tips, and you are guaranteed to have a great tour! Important note: Groups of 8 or more people are required to contact us at least 24 hours in advance and they have to pay a minimum 8 €/ person minimum fee for the tour, whether they booked as a group or separately.

Participate in a 2.5-hour tour and see the main attractions and the little cozy insider places in the city that are not so popular among visitors but really meaningful if you would like to get to know the real Budapest. There will be time for you to rest during the tour as well. Just enjoy the tour from your seat and take pictures of the most beautiful parts of the city.

Visit Slovakia’s capital of Bratislava on a private 10-hour tour from Budapest. Journey through northern Hungary by private air-conditioned vehicle and explore the cobbled streets of Bratislava Old Town on a walking tour. See landmarks including Michael’s Gate and Bratislava Castle, and visit the Grassalkovich Palace and Primate’s Palace as you uncover their history. Plus, enjoy a restaurant lunch and free time to shop and sightsee independently. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Get personalized attention during this half-day private walking tour in Budapest. Stop by the Hungarian capital's landmarks and highlights, including Andrássy Avenue and St. Stephen's Basilica on the Pest side of the river; Matthias Church and the Royal Palace on the Buda side. This private tour for just you and your party is fully customizable and gives you plenty of time to ask questions. One beverage at a local café included.

Delve into Hungary's Red Past on this private tour of Budapest. Encounter symbols like the hammer, sickle, '56, and the nostalgic Trabant, exploring the days of Communism in the central European country. See the Soviet Heroic Memorial, explore the exhibits of the House of Terror Museum, and learn about the controversy surrounding Liberty Square.