Top Hungary Culture

Book this tour if it’s your first time in Budapest to get a great overview of the city that will help you plan the rest of your stay. You’ll keep costs down by joining this group tour, and you might make a few new friends along the way, too. Meet your guide near the Budapest Eye, then get ready to start your tour. Make sure to wear comfy shoes, since you’ll be walking from place to place.

Join this group walking tour to see the sights of Budapest with the freedom to pay what you like, depending on what you think of the tour. Learn all about Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Castle, and many more landmarks, hearing entertaining stories from your guide. This is a great overview for planning out the rest of your time in Budapest, and doesn’t break the bank.

Immerse yourself in Hungarian folk culture while enjoying a dinner cruise on the Danube. Tuck into a 3-course dinner and watch musicians, singers, and folklore dancers in traditional dress entertain you. Enjoy nighttime views of Budapest as you float past Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Budapest’s bridges, and more.

If it's your first time in Budapest, get the lay of the land and a primer in Hungarian history on this in-depth and very affordable walking tour. Join a small group of fellow visitors and a guide who knows the city in and out for a stroll to most of the major attractions including the Hungarian Parliament, Europe's largest synagogue, and St. Stephen’s Basilica.

Explore Hungary’s renowned wine region on a half-day Etyek wine country tour from Budapest, featuring lunch or dinner. Depart in the morning or afternoon to uncover the tranquil beauty of Etyek, famed for its white and sparkling wines. Visit two or three family-owned cellars to taste their wines and learn about their craft. This intimate tour culminates in a traditional 2-course Hungarian meal, providing an immersion into local flavors.

Study up on your Hungarian wines with this 2-hour evening tasting in Budapest. Led by an expert guide, you’ll be given an introduction to regional characteristics, sampling eight varietals at a local wine shop and sharing your thoughts with your companions. Ask questions as you take in the flavour notes, pairing your samples with artisanal bread, local cheeses & charcuteries. Groups are limited to 24 people.

Get acquainted with Hungary's culinary culture and history with a sommelier as your guide during this afternoon tasting experience. Sip five top local wines, paired with fresh bread, Hungarian cheese, and charcuterie.

Experience the traditions of Hungary’s Great Plain or 'puszta' on this full-day trip from Budapest. Venture south to the region’s capital of Kecskemet, and enjoy a guided stroll around its historical highlights, including the art nouveau-style Town Hall. Then, continue to a horse ranch to enjoy a traditional ‘palinka’ (apricot brandy) welcome, equestrian show, optional carriage ride, and 3-course Hungarian lunch. Includes hotel pickup, ranch visit, horse show, and lunch.

This Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour of Budapest is one of the easiest ways to get around the city while you’re traveling. Book your 1-, 2-, or 3-day ticket and explore at your own pace. The route stops at many key areas of Budapest, including Heroes’ Square, the Hungarian Parliament Building, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and the Hungarian State Opera House. The bus offers recorded commentary about Budapest's sights in several languages.

Avoid the time restrictions of a guided tour and explore the haunted sights of Budapest at your own pace with this ghost-themed discovery game. Simply access the game through an app on your phone, then, set off at a time that suits you. The route goes past Vajdahunyad Castle, the House of Terror, and showcases plenty of hidden spots that reveal more about the city’s haunted history.

Delve into the culinary culture of Budapest during a walking tour of the Hungarian capital. In a small group limited to eight food lovers, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Central Market Hall – Budapest’s largest food market – and sample traditional products in a patisserie and artisan chocolate shop. Pleasure your palate with three Hungarian wines and listen to informative commentary from your gourmand guide on this enriching tour.

Add a fun twist to your sightseeing tour in Budapest and see the sights aboard a motorized tuk-tuk. Glide around the Buda Castle District; hop off to take photos of Heroes’ Square, Matthias Church, and the Garden of Philosophy; and see the Chain Bridge, St. Stephen's Basilica, and the Hungarian Parliament building.

Get up close and personal with one of Budapest’s most important landmarks—and learn the stories behind the sights from your guide’s commentary—on a tour of St. Stephen’s Basilica. Pick from a small-group tour of the church (with optional upgrades to visit its treasury and tower) or a private tour, depending on your budget and preferences. Whichever you choose, you’ll have the chance to discover a true Hungarian icon.

Discover Budapest the way you wish on a private chauffeured tuk tuk. Board a cabriolet Piaggio tuk tuk with a driver and agree a customized itinerary. Then, relax as you fly by famous sights and explore hidden corners, learning about their history on route. Cross Margaret Bridge, take photos, and finish with a wine and cheese tasting at a wine bar. Hotel or central pickup and drop-off, and choice of departure times include

Skip the tourist traps and discover Budapest’s culinary highlights on a private walking tour. Discover hidden gems as you explore with your local guide, and get a taste of authentic Hungarian cuisine with samples included in the price. Visit locations including the Central Market Hall, Jewish Quarter, and a ruin pub, and benefit from the customizable itinerary of a private tour, allowing your personal guide to cater to your preferences.

Travel through Budapest’s historic Jewish Quarter on a walking tour and learn about the community that remains active there today. See the Kazinczy Street Synagogue, Raul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park, the Jewish Museum and more, as your guide discusses in-depth the Jewish heritage behind the streets that you pass. With two routes to choose from, you’ll hear about the community’s past and the important role that the Jewish culture plays in contemporary Hungarian society.

Stretch your legs and see the sights on this Budapest walking tour. Your local guide leads you to the jewels of the city, including UNESCO World Heritage sites like Heroes’ Square, where iconic statues of the Seven Chieftains of the Magyars sit, as well as the beautiful Buda Castle. Take a break with a delicious Hungarian dessert and a hot drink. This walking tour is limited to 10 people, keeping the experience intimate as you discover all that this incredible city has to offer.

Welcome aboard the Sightseeing Cruise Budapest, the perfect way to discover the beauty and history of Budapest from the Danube River. Our 60-minute tour departs from Batthyány Square, giving you a unique perspective of the city’s stunning architecture and landmarks from the water. You’ll pass by some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Hungarian Parliament Building, Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, and Matthias Church. One of the highlights of the Sightseeing Cruise Budapest is the opportunity to see the stunning Chain Bridge from the water, which connects Buda and Pest, the two sides of the city. As you sail under the bridge, you’ll be mesmerized by the beautiful views of the city’s skyline.

Treat yourself to a smooth and stress-free arrival and departure in Budapest with this private, round-trip car service to and from the airport. Enjoy a personalized meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall with a placard bearing your name. Travel comfortably in your own private chauffeured sedan, minivan, or minibus depending on group size.

Treat yourself to a luxurious and stress-free arrival in Budapest with this private, one-way airport transfer. Enjoy a personalized meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall with a placard bearing your name. Luggage assistance is included, plus one complimentary child seat on request. One-way transfers can be booked any time of day or week.

Admire Budapest from the water on a 70-minute Duna Bella River Danube cruise. Board the panoramic Duna Bella boat, and sail by landmarks including the Hungarian Parliament and Chain Bridge as you sip a glass of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or water — your choice. Finish by cruising around leafy Margaret Island, with the option to go ashore and explore the island's parks as you wish before catching the next Duna Bella boat back.

If you’re short on time in Budapest or want an overview of the city to help plan your sightseeing, this half-day tour is ideal. Settle into an air-conditioned coach and view the must-sees of Hungary’s capital as your guide shares their history. See the Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and Heroes Square; stroll around the Buda Castle district; and admire city views from hilltop Gellert Citadel. 

Take in the beautiful Budapest panorama on a sightseeing brunch cruise along the Danube River. Snap photos of the Chain Bridge, Gellért Hill, and more as you experience why this city’s landscape was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Multiple upgrade choices include options for a regular brunch cruise, a bottomless prosecco cruise, and a brunch cruise with hotel pickup.