Budapest: Buda Castle Caves Walking Tour
ID: GYG391260-709575
Category:
Country: Hungary
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Explore the labyrinth cave system under the Buda Castle District as you learn about the history, purpose, and unique geology of the manmade caverns.
Explore a part of the network of underground tunnels under the Castle Hill with your guide. Learn more about the history and role of the cave tunnels and its geology. Admire the natural limestone and the manpower that went into creating this labyrinth cave system.
Meet your guide at the meeting point on Trinity Square (Szentháromság tér) and enter the Buda Castle underground cave system. After a short introduction you will start your tour and learn about the history of the labyrinth-like of cave system which once served as wine cellars, bomb shelters and even a medieval prison.
The length of your tour is approximately 1.5km (1 mile) and you will get the chance to admire the natural limestone caverns and the 800-year-old man-made cellars in one of the most unique caves of Hungary. The tour is a journey through time during which you will be able to learn a lot about not only the geology of the Buda Castle but also about the combined work of man and nature throughout many centuries.
Highlights
- Discover the mystical cave system underneath the Buda Castle
- Learn about the geology and the unique history of the area
- Marvel at the natural limestone caverns and 800-year-old man-made cellars
- Participate in a true time travel in one of the most extraordinary caves of Hungary
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This walking tour is roughly 1.5km long (1 mile) & takes place in a cave environment on paved roads with lighting.
The inside temperature is 12°C (54° Fahrenheit), suitable clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the Holy Trinity statue at the Trinity Square.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
