From Budapest: Gödöllő Palace of Queen Elisabeth Tour
ID: GYG15255-15255
Category:
Country: Hungary
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a half-day guided tour through the interior and gardens of this intricate Palace which was the former home of the aristocratic Grassalkovichs and later, Franz Josef and Queen Elisabeth.
Gödöllő is a town situated in Pest County, about 30 kilometers northeast from Budapest. This city is home to the Palace that was originally built for the aristocratic Grassalkovich family. Later Franz Josef, the Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary, along with his wife Elisabeth, used the Palace as their residency. Enjoy a guided tour through this fascinating historical site with transportation from Budapest.
Guests can see the greatest Baroque castle in Hungary. Enjoy an exclusive tour through the impressive interior of the Palace. The area of the permanent exhibition includes the grand staircase, the entrance hall, the little dining hall, pantry and the rooms of the era of the Grassalkoviches and Royal Family.
After touring the interior, guests can take a walk in the Royal Garden seeing the pavilion and landscaped gardens. Afterwards enjoy a coffee or a tea at the palace café (extra charge). After having free time in the garden you’ll be transferred back to Budapest City Center.
Highlights
- See the impressive Palace of Queen Elisabeth
- Enjoy the spendour of the Royal Garden and Pavilion
- Learn about the history of the Palace from your expert guide
- Enjoy the ambiance of the 19th century Café and verandah
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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.
