Budapest: Guided Walking Tour of the Buda Castle District
ID: GYG430961-776478
Category:
Country: Hungary
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the beautiful Castle District of Budapest on a guided walking tour. See the Matthias Church, the Fisherman's Bastion, and the former Royal Castle while hearing about the history of the city.
Visit the Buda Castle District on a guided walking tour in Budapest. Learn about the history of this district and see popular sights including the Mary Magdalene Tower, Sándor Palace, and more.
Meet your guide near the Vienna Gate, in the heart of the Castle District. Then, set out to explore the Old Town, passing by important historical buildings as you go.
See the Mary Magdalene Tower, Matthias Church, the Fisherman's Bastion, and the old Café Ruszwurm, one of Europe's oldest pastry shops, and learn about each of these sights from your guide.
Your walking tour continues to the old buildings of Buda Castle which once housed government offices and ministries. Admire the Royal Stables, Sándor Palace, and the Royal Castle, and glimpse the Castle Funicular.
Your tour comes to an end outside the Budapest Castle Bazaar. Feel free to keep exploring on your own from here, visiting the nearby Chain Bridge or the Royal Gardens.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the Old Town of Budapest with a guide
- Discover Budapest's former royal district with its striking Baroque Castle
- Wander along the cobble-stone streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Marvel at the second largest church of medieval Buda, Matthias Church
- See ancient buildings and learn about the history of the city as you walk
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The sights visited are only viewed from the outside
Meet your guide next to the big angel statue (the one holding a cross in its hand) near to the Vienna Gate.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
