Budapest Castle District Walking Tour
Overview
You do not need to worry about setting up the Castle Hill route along the major attractions with the perfect photo spots as our comprehensive itinerary will save you time.
Buda Castle District is quite large and can be quite confusing without a local tour guide knowledge about the public drinking taps, public restrooms, cheapest refreshment points locations.
We do not run away after the tour ends. Ask any questions before, during or after the tour.
Buda Castle District is quite large and can be quite confusing without a local tour guide knowledge about the public drinking taps, public restrooms, cheapest refreshment points locations.
We do not run away after the tour ends. Ask any questions before, during or after the tour.
Inclusions
- Booking fee
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Batthyany Square, Batthyany ter, Budapest 1011 Hungary
Our fully licensed local ( born and bred Budapester) tour guide will meet you at the metro exit in the park and will introduce the itinerary of Budapest Castle District tour, one of the most historically significant landmarks in the city.
Buda Castle District is made up of the Royal Palace, Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion, Maria Magdalena Church Tower and other important buildings, urban public art mini monuments, look out terraces and an underground cave system.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Matthias Church, Szentharomsag ter 2, Budapest 1014 Hungary
Learn about the 800 years of history of the area that was the scene of several wars and occupations with the in-depth commentary of your guide. Learn about the German, Jewish and Hungarian populations everyday life in the district.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Fisherman's Bastion, Szentharomsag Ter, Budapest 1014 Hungary
You will learn about the connection between Walt Disney and the Fisherman's Bastion, what the difference is between a cross with one, two or three strips and we tell you how to enjoy a free view from the Castle Hill.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Medieval Jewish Prayer House, Tancsics Mihaly Utca 26, Budapest 1014 Hungary
We introduce you the Medieval Jewish Prayer House and the beautiful baroque residential buildings around it.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: National Archives of Hungary, Becsikapu ter 2-4, Budapest 1014 Hungary
We show you the massive destructions of WWII, and tell you where the Nazi stronghold was. You will also see where the rich Hungarians live and where the Muslim site of pilgrimage is for Gül Baba the Ottoman Turkish monk and soldier.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum, Lovas ut 4/c, Budapest 1012 Hungary
We introduce you the life of the undrground Castle Hill, the labyrinths and tell you its role in defense over the centuries. You will see the funniest public statues in Budapest and learn about the womanizer light cavarly fighters called "huszar".
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Buda Castle, Szent Gyorgy Ter, Budapest 1014 Hungary
You will see the massive building that once was the residence of the Hungarian kings, that was rebuilt many times because of war destructions; learn about the mythical bird of the Hungarians, see where the president and prime ministers offices are located and much much more.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Prince Eugene of Savoy's Equestrian Statue, Buda Castle Courtyard, Budapest 1014 Hungary
You will see the beautiful panorama of Pest side of the River Danube from the terrace. If you are lucky we test your knowledge with tricky questions about the major Castle Hill landmarks and life of the Hungarians.
Tour will be finished with practical information and there will be time to answer your remaining questions.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Batthyany Square, Batthyany ter, Budapest 1011 Hungary
Our fully licensed local ( born and bred Budapester) tour guide will meet you at the metro exit in the park and will introduce the itinerary of Budapest Castle District tour, one of the most historically significant landmarks in the city.
Buda Castle District is made up of the Royal Palace, Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion, Maria Magdalena Church Tower and other important buildings, urban public art mini monuments, look out terraces and an underground cave system.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Matthias Church, Szentharomsag ter 2, Budapest 1014 Hungary
Learn about the 800 years of history of the area that was the scene of several wars and occupations with the in-depth commentary of your guide. Learn about the German, Jewish and Hungarian populations everyday life in the district.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Fisherman's Bastion, Szentharomsag Ter, Budapest 1014 Hungary
You will learn about the connection between Walt Disney and the Fisherman's Bastion, what the difference is between a cross with one, two or three strips and we tell you how to enjoy a free view from the Castle Hill.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Medieval Jewish Prayer House, Tancsics Mihaly Utca 26, Budapest 1014 Hungary
We introduce you the Medieval Jewish Prayer House and the beautiful baroque residential buildings around it.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: National Archives of Hungary, Becsikapu ter 2-4, Budapest 1014 Hungary
We show you the massive destructions of WWII, and tell you where the Nazi stronghold was. You will also see where the rich Hungarians live and where the Muslim site of pilgrimage is for Gül Baba the Ottoman Turkish monk and soldier.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum, Lovas ut 4/c, Budapest 1012 Hungary
We introduce you the life of the undrground Castle Hill, the labyrinths and tell you its role in defense over the centuries. You will see the funniest public statues in Budapest and learn about the womanizer light cavarly fighters called "huszar".
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Buda Castle, Szent Gyorgy Ter, Budapest 1014 Hungary
You will see the massive building that once was the residence of the Hungarian kings, that was rebuilt many times because of war destructions; learn about the mythical bird of the Hungarians, see where the president and prime ministers offices are located and much much more.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Prince Eugene of Savoy's Equestrian Statue, Buda Castle Courtyard, Budapest 1014 Hungary
You will see the beautiful panorama of Pest side of the River Danube from the terrace. If you are lucky we test your knowledge with tricky questions about the major Castle Hill landmarks and life of the Hungarians.
Tour will be finished with practical information and there will be time to answer your remaining questions.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Please consider your health and ability to complete a 10 minute uphill walk.
- The government of Hungary eased coronavirus restrictions in our country. People do not have to wear face masks on public transportation or anywhere indoors any more, and no vaccinations certificates are required when entering shops, bathhouses, clubs, cinemas, museums etc.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
88gabijab
January 2023
Joined the Buda castle district tour and really enjoyed it. The tour was informative yet definitely not boring. The views in the route were spectacular - really lucked out on the sunny weather in mid-winter. Our guide Andy seemed to be a very friendly person and a true Budapest expert. I would...
Joined the Buda castle district tour and really enjoyed it. The tour was informative yet definitely not boring. The views in the route were spectacular - really lucked out on the sunny weather in mid-winter. Our guide Andy seemed to be a very friendly person and a true Budapest expert. I would recommend this walking tour for everyone visiting Budapest.Leah H
April 2023
Rita was fabulous, so knowledgable, and friendly. I'd like to thank her for giving us some great advice for travelling in Budapest and let her bosses know that she is doing amazingly!
Rita was fabulous, so knowledgable, and friendly. I'd like to thank her for giving us some great advice for travelling in Budapest and let her bosses know that she is doing amazingly!721belindam
April 2023
Petra was very knowledgeable and patient. Although there were lots of steps they were worth climbing for the views. A great free tour
Petra was very knowledgeable and patient. Although there were lots of steps they were worth climbing for the views. A great free tourRussell B
May 2023
Rita was a fabulous tour guide who told us the context of the castle complex through the last 800 years. It’s a little confusing as the castle is an area rather than a building. So much of it has been lost following its destruction at the end of WWII but they are busy with its restoration. At the...
Rita was a fabulous tour guide who told us the context of the castle complex through the last 800 years. It’s a little confusing as the castle is an area rather than a building. So much of it has been lost following its destruction at the end of WWII but they are busy with its restoration. At the end of the tour, Rita gave us some top tips for restaurants, food, other sites,etc. I highly recommend!Z9459FSvictoriaf
May 2023
Rita was a great guide of the Buda side of Budapest. What a beautiful area! It was a large group but everyone stayed engaged and she made it interesting. A little disappointed that some of the questions she couldn't fully address made the tour feel more "canned" than a true expert. But all in al...
Rita was a great guide of the Buda side of Budapest. What a beautiful area! It was a large group but everyone stayed engaged and she made it interesting. A little disappointed that some of the questions she couldn't fully address made the tour feel more "canned" than a true expert. But all in all very good.NehalJ28
May 2023
Our guide (Dora) was just amazing. She was very knowledgeable and was entertaining too. You could hear her even if you are far from her, such loud voice she has :) The tour included all major parts of the castle and it went for around 2.5-3 hours. Highly Recommend!
Our guide (Dora) was just amazing. She was very knowledgeable and was entertaining too. You could hear her even if you are far from her, such loud voice she has :) The tour included all major parts of the castle and it went for around 2.5-3 hours. Highly Recommend!