Budapest Castle Walk
3 h
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This tour will showcase not only the important sites—such as the eclectic Matthias Church with its colorful tiled roof and brightly colored interior, the Royal Palace complex, and the Fisherman’s Bastion—but also the secret spots hidden in the side streets that should not be missed. The streets follow the shape of the hill, and have seen plenty of action since the mid-13th century when the first royal residence was built here. Your guide will discuss the periods of history which influenced this neighborhood, with a special emphasis on the Jewish population which once lived here, the Hungarian royalty, and the Habsburg empire. You’ll learn about the heroes and villains of World War Two who left their mark here, and the brutal siege of Budapest in which the neighborhood was demolished when the German and Russian armies met on these streets. Buda became an important European city in the 15th century, a melting pot of nations. You’ll hear about how the establishment of the Royal Court sparked the beginning of a long golden age—even though no royals ever resided here. The palace and the neighborhood have been destroyed and rebuilt many times over during the course of their history, with each period, particularly the re-building after World War Two (when there was such extensive damage), leaving a different mark on the current appearance of the place. These days the Hungarian president is lucky enough to be able to call this neighborhood home, along with a few hundred regular citizens living in the hundreds of years old buildings. Join us to learn all about this area which has witnessed so much history.
Learn—The sprawling history of this neighborhood practically encapsulates the history of Hungary. You’ll learn about many of the important periods of Hungarian history which this neighborhood witnessed, from the Middle Ages to the Habsburgs, and then from World War Two to the present. You’ll learn about the melting pot of nationalities which once made up this neighborhood including the Ottoman occupiers, and the once significant Jewish population.
Experience—Explore this neighborhood like a local, with the help of an expert local guide. We’ll show you the major sites, but then take you into the side streets which will reveal the neighborhood’s lesser-known highlights and secret places.
See—You’ll see include the newly rebuilt Várkert Bazaar, the best spots to see the panoramic river and city views, the Royal Palace, medieval ruins, an old Jewish street and location of an old synagogue, a World War Two bunker, several important aristocratic palaces, a few hidden gardens and courtyards, statues which represent important Hungarian legends, The National Széchényi Library, Matthias Church, and Fisherman’s Bastion.
Walk—Wear comfortable shoes! We’ll cover a lot of ground by foot on this tour.
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Learn—The sprawling history of this neighborhood practically encapsulates the history of Hungary. You’ll learn about many of the important periods of Hungarian history which this neighborhood witnessed, from the Middle Ages to the Habsburgs, and then from World War Two to the present. You’ll learn about the melting pot of nationalities which once made up this neighborhood including the Ottoman occupiers, and the once significant Jewish population.
Experience—Explore this neighborhood like a local, with the help of an expert local guide. We’ll show you the major sites, but then take you into the side streets which will reveal the neighborhood’s lesser-known highlights and secret places.
See—You’ll see include the newly rebuilt Várkert Bazaar, the best spots to see the panoramic river and city views, the Royal Palace, medieval ruins, an old Jewish street and location of an old synagogue, a World War Two bunker, several important aristocratic palaces, a few hidden gardens and courtyards, statues which represent important Hungarian legends, The National Széchényi Library, Matthias Church, and Fisherman’s Bastion.
Walk—Wear comfortable shoes! We’ll cover a lot of ground by foot on this tour.
Incluído
- English-speaking, experienced local guide
- Coffee break during the tour (one coffee/drink included)
- Many stops for photos and questions
- Coffee and/or Tea
Não incluído
- Gratuities
- Entrance to the museums
Adicional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This tour is available year-round
- This is a small-group tour (minimum of 2 guests and maximum of 8 guests)
- For larger groups please choose the "Group Tour (min. 8 pers.)" option when booking
- If you would like a private tour (which can be customized), please choose the "Private Tour" option when booking
- Three-hour tour (if you have someplace to be afterwards, please let your guide know at the beginning of the tour as it can stretch on for more than three hours if you are not in a rush...)
- Begins below the Castle (exact location details will be provided upon booking)
- This is a walking tour, so be prepared (with comfortable shoes) to spend lots of time on your feet! Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Minimum numbers of 2 apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Características
Turismo
80%
Cultural
65%
Desporto
40%
Original
25%
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