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Communism in Hungary with a Historian

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Communism in Hungary with a Historian
  • 3 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

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.
  • Learn about Budapest's communist past on this guided history walking tour
  • Enjoy your guide's attention on this intimate tour, capped at 10 travelers
  • Explore Buda and Pest, and visit a Communist-style cafe—with coffee included
  • Meet up at Elizabeth Square—and travel by metro—with tickets included

What's Included

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Tickets for subway (public transportation)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
      Budapest, Erzsébet tér 7-8, 1051 Hungary

      The meeting point is in front of the Kempinski hotel, facing the Ferris wheel. In case of bad weather (rain, snow, huge wind) we meet in the hotel lobby.

    Start time

    02:00 PM

    End point

    • Bambi Café
      Budapest, Frankel Leó út 2-4, 1027 Hungary

      We end the tour usually in Bambi Cafe on the Buda side close to the center and Margaret bridge. On colder / wet days we often end on the Pest side in the center close to where we begin the tour.

    What To Expect

    Elizabeth Square

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Szabadsag ter

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Hungarian Parliament Building

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
    Operated by Budapest Explorers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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    Reviews

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    Great time with our excellent tour guide Gabriel (Gabor in Hungarian)
    MariaD_P, Apr 2024
    This tour was an excellent experience for us that highlighted a lot of information about Communism in Hungary. My husband and I did this tour on a very cold day this week (04/24) with another lady and the 3 of us had a fun time despite the rain and cold because of our very knowledgeable and kind tour guide Gabriel. He was also extremely patient and despite the inclement weather, he did the tour with enthusiasm. He tried his best to present both sides of the spectrum. Gabriel is definitely one of the best guides one can hope for. The lady with us also stated that she wanted to be in all of Gabriel’s tours while she is in Budapest.
    A must do history walking tour!
    Stuart_B, Apr 2024
    Daniel and Raymon, were fantastic sources of information, their knowledge of the communist era is very thorough, I highly recommend this tour. Not only did they know about the commie times they were on top of the interwar years and the he of the Kingdoms of Hungary
    Great historical tour
    Vicki_B, Feb 2024
    This was a great historical tour lead by Greg. Greg was very informative with the communist history of Hungary. I would highly recommend this tour and Greg as a tour guide.
    Response from Host, Mar 2024
    Dear Vicki! Thank you very much for your kind messages and review, it warms our hearts :) We wish you all the best from Hungary, Greg, Daniel and the Budapest Explorers Team
    Great Tour
    ShaikhahDheyaa_B, Oct 2023
    The tour guide mr Andraś was amazing, he had a lot of knowledge and shared so many related stories and experiences with us
    Response from Host, Nov 2023
    Thanks a lot for joining our tour with András and for taking your time to review! Let us know when you're in Budapest next time :) Best, András, Daniel and BE Team
    In-depth look at the impacts of communism
    Elizabeth_W, Aug 2023
    Fabulous tour providing an in-depth look at communism and its unique aspects in Hungary. Virag was able to provide a wealth of information including some very personal anecdotes.
    Response from Host, Oct 2023
    The Communism tour is Virág's favourite :) Thanks a lot for joining and let us know when you visit Budapest the next time, Daniel, Virag and Budapest Explorers Team
    Very enlightening
    Jeff_L, Aug 2023
    Your guide was well prepared and east to listen to. She related personal stories that were a good addition.
    Response from Host, Oct 2023
    Thanks a lot for joining, we're very happy to hear that! :) All the best, Daniel & Budapest Explorers Team
    Great information
    Russell_J, Jul 2023
    We had a lovely student of both history and the communist Era who wrote a thesis on the subject! Information was deep and thorough and included some personal stories which helps the information come alive. If you are into this period of history and looking for a deeper dive than your average tour, this is it!
    Response from Host, Aug 2023
    Virág was very happy to read your review :) The Communism tour is her favorite one. Look us up next time you're in Budapest and recommend us to your friends if you can. Best, Daniel, Virág and Budapest Explorers Team
    Communism in Hungary
    Maureen_P, Jul 2023
    Our guide, Greg, shared his insights thoughtfullly. His knowledge and expertise was outstanding and very interesting.
    Response from Host, Aug 2023
    Great to hear, thanks a lot for writing a review and for joining. All the best, Daniel, Greg and Budapest Explorers Team
    Brilliant and engaging insight into one of the world's most beautiful cities!
    Lisa_R, Jun 2023
    My daughter and I absolutely loved this walking tour, and our amazing guide Gabor. We felt Budapest and Hungary's history come to life around us: Gabor revealed how a city-scape that might have just been beautiful was rich in stories of resilience, determination, pain, occupation and invention and reinvention. The tour was well-paced and we particularly appreciated how all the information Gabor relayed felt so honest and balanced.
    Response from Host, Jun 2023
    Great to hear, thank you so much. Gábor has worked with us from the beginning of Budapest Explorers, over 5 years :) We wish you have the best, Gábor, Dániel and Budapest Explorers Team
    Very interesting and fascinating.
    David_R, Jun 2023
    The end of the tour. We ended at a bar that was around during the communist era. We had a drink or two and discussed all that we had seen during the day, along with how it relates to current events. It was extremely fascinating and informative.
    Response from Host, Jun 2023
    Thank you for your very kind words! The bar Bambi was opened in 1961 and it hasn't changed too much ever since :) All the best, Daniel & Budapest Explorers Team
    Learning from a friend
    Sue_A, May 2023
    This was a great way to spend an afternoon. The history of Hungary is so rich and I was happy to ask all types of questions. Our guide Greg was friendly, knowledgeable, understanding, and invited questions. I felt like I was just hanging out with a friend. Being able to ask questions from someone that has personal experience living in a communist time (for a period) was remarkable. Thanks so much !
    Response from Host, May 2023
    Thanks so much for joining our tour and taking your time to review! We are happy to have you next time and recommend us to your friends if you can :) Best, Greg, Daniel and Budapest Explorers Team
    Really interresting
    Christine_W, Apr 2023
    The guide was very interresting and also bringing interresting elements with the actual politics. Thanks Daniel 👍🙂
    Response from Host, Apr 2023
    Thank you very much :) As we like to say, we discuss everything except US politics: I especially like to talk politics as I had been a political activist. All the best, Daniel
    Excellent walking tour
    Karen_M, Apr 2023
    Andras proved to be a great story teller as well as a knowledgeable historian and guide. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon and learned lots about Budapest and Hungary. Excellent tour!
    Response from Host, Apr 2023
    Thank you very much, Karen, it was our pleasure to show you around :) Do get in touch when you visit Budapest again! All the best, Andras, Daniel and Budapest Explorers Team
    Anyone interested in WW2 and the communist era should definitely book a tour
    Seth_S, Aug 2022
    András was an incredible tour guide. It far exceeded what I was expecting. He did a great job explaining the history and politics of Hungary before and during the Second World War and how that history affected the country's more recent past with communism.
    Response from Host, Aug 2022
    Dear Seth! That's really great to hear, we're very happy to hear your opinion! :) Let us know if you'd like to join any other tour in the future. All the best!
    Very interesting and informative tour
    Lisa_H, Oct 2019
    Peter was a wonderful tour guide and I learned a lot about how the Hungarians coped during this time and how they delt with freedom from this rule. Highly recommended
    共産主義時代のハンガリーにおける人々の生活、教育等について
    MASAMICHI_A, Jan 2024
    わかりやすいスローの英語で説明していただいたので、英語の苦手な私としては大変に助かりました。個人的には当時の秘密警察に特化したようなツアーも企画していただければと思います。思い出作りにお世話になりました。
    Response from Host, Mar 2024
    Thank you very much for your kind messages and review :) We wish you all the best from Hungary, Greg, Daniel and the Budapest Explorers Team
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