Cultural Tours in Budapest

Budapest is known for its communist past, but matching landmarks to their historic role can be difficult. Gain insight into life during the Hungarian People's Republic on a private tour, and benefit from your guide's undivided attention as you discover significant landmarks such as the Central Market Hall, former headquarters of Hungarian Radio, and Parliament. Customize your itinerary to suit your interests and save time with included hotel pickup and drop-off.

Uncover the heart and soul of Hungary on this immersive cultural tour of Budapest. First, spot landmarks like Liberty Square, the Chain Bridge and the Hungarian Parliament building on a minibus tour, as your guide fills you in on the city's rich history and heritage. Next, sample delicious Hungarian cuisine with a 3-course home-cooked lunch at a local family home. With your appetite sated, finish off the day with a spectacular Hungarian folk music concert performed exclusively for you! This small-group tour is limited to 8 people, ensuring an authentic local experience.

Experience the rich heritage and traditional cuisine of Budapest's Jewish Quarter on this 4-hour walking tour. Your local guide will take you to see the World War II memorials, the Dohány Street Synagogue and the shops and restaurants of the Jewish Quarter, an area that has become a popular hotspot. You'll sit in one of the hip ruin pubs and sample authentic local dishes over lunch, getting a flavor for flodni, an apple, walnut and poppy seed pastry, as well as palinka, a fruit brandy made famous by Hungarians.

Enjoy an introduction to Budapest's language and landmarks with this 3-hour Hungarian class and walking tour combo. Begin your personalized class with a coffee or soda at a caf e, learning basic greetings from your instructor and how to order food and drinks. Then take a guided walk along Andrássy Avenue to see the iconic statues at Heroes' Square. Your instructor will answer any questions about Hungarian life and culture along the way.

Dive head first into Budapest's Castle District on a small group sightseeing tour.  Over the course of three hours, your group of maximum six people will discover the history and secrets of the Castle District.  This is a chance to dig deeper than what you'd normally get on a massive group tour. Walking at a leisurely pace, you'll have plenty of opportunities to interact with your guide.

Budapest is known for its architecture and culture, and is within driving from Bratislava, ideal for visitors looking to maximize their time in the region. Discover Hungary's capital on a day trip from Bratislava, visiting landmarks including Gellert Hill, Buda Castle, and Parliament. Travel easily to the city with round-trip transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, and benefit from the undivided attention of your guide with a private trip.

Christmas season is the best way to celebrate the holiday season and, Budapest has one of the most beautiful celebration of Christmas in Europe. We will spend the time experiencing the magic of Budapest's Christmas streets and markets, while also learning about the Hungarian way of celebrating this time of the year. In our small group, you can enjoy a high level of interactivity and you are free to ask your guide anytime. In the middle of the tour, you are our guest for a mulled wine and some delicatable snacks. Feel yourself welcome to join to the Hungarian holy celebration.In this 4-hour special tour, we are going to be in the most beautiful and Christmasy areas of Budapest. This is a special winter edition tour so do not miss it

Combine the political history, folklore, and beauty of Budapest for a memorable full day, starting with an up-close look inside one of the world's largest parliament buildings. See the Hungarian crown jewels, National Assembly hall, and more on a guided tour of the massive House of Parliament. In the evening, watch talented dancers and musicians bring Hungarian traditions to life at an acclaimed folklore show before gliding down the Danube River on a night cruise.

Budapest's sights are spread over several districts, so seeing them can be tough on your feet. With this private tuk tuk tour, set your own itinerary with tips from your personal driver-guide, and then sit back and take in the sights and city's atmosphere from a soft-top 3-wheeler. Lastly, cap your explorations with goulash soup. A choice of departure times throughout the day and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Take the best seats in the house for a Hungarian folk celebration on this 3-hour VIP folklore show experience in Budapest. Travel by private vehicle to the neo-baroque concert hall, and enjoy a guided tour before settling in VIP-category seats. Then, drink in the live music, songs, and dances of old Hungary. Your experience includes private return transfers, intermission Champagne, and more. Upgrade to add a 90-minute dinner cruise along the River Danube post-show.

Budapest's history and culture are rich and complex, but easily overlooked if sightseeing independently. This private full-day tour delves deeper than you could alone: covering not only the sights but Budapest's past, folklore, cuisine, and customs to give you a full picture of Hungary's capital and its people. View must-sees such as Buda Castle, Heroes' Square, and more; uncover their history, and feel free to tailor the itinerary around you.

Rich in heritage - and now also full of trendy restaurants, bars, and boutiques - Budapest's Jewish Quarter is one of the city's most vibrant areas. Get to know the neighborhood on a seamless, private driving tour. Meet your guide at your hotel at a time that works best for you, and hop aboard your vehicle. You'll see the Great Synagogue (among the largest synagogues in the world), will visit the Jewish Museum, and will discover a number of other key landmarks.

Budapest's many highlights can be difficult to tick off on limited time. Experience 2 top city experiences in 1 day on a tour of the iconic Hungarian Parliament, followed by a dinner cruise. Benefit from insights provided by your guide as you explore Parliament at a time that suits you, then conclude a busy day of sightseeing with dinner, drinks, and live Hungarian music as you cruise across the Danube.

Experience both the Parliament Building and the Danube River on a two and a half hour sightseeing tour. Begin with a one hour tour in one of Budapest's most iconic attractions in the language of your choosing.  Afterwards, sip on two glasses of complimentary wine as you cruise along the Danube at a leisurely pace. As a bonus, you'll enjoy free entry to two historical ships.

Discover Budapest's cuisine, history, and river all in the span of a few hours.  Your experience begins with a guided tour of the House of Parliament in the language of your choosing.  Then, enjoy a buffet lunch of Hungarian food (with vegetarian options) as you cruise along the Danube.  As a special bonus, you'll receive complimentary tickets to visit two historical boats.