Budapest Highlights Self Guided Tour from Bastions to Basilicas

Duration1h 30m

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LanguagesGerman, Russian, Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Dutch, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the heart of Budapest at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. Stroll along the Danube Promenade to uncover iconic landmarks like the Hungarian Parliament, Széchenyi Chain Bridge and views of the Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion. Also uncover a poignant memorial and hidden gems. Along the way, you will hear about thermal baths, Hungarian wines and coffee culture.
Ideal for first-time visitors, curious explorers, or anyone who enjoys a flexible schedule, this tour blends history, architecture and has over 15 stops taking you through the best of the Pest side of the river.

What's included

Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” for tour access instructions.
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Audio and written guide included
Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like

Any physical devices or headphones
Human tour guide at location

What to expect

Little Princess Statue
10m

Start by walking along the riverside with views of Buda Castle while meeting a tiny statue full of charm.
Szechenyi Lanchid
5m

Pass by the first permanent bridge between Buda and Pest and hear how it changed the city forever.
Gresham Palace
Pass by

Marvel at one of Europe’s finest Art Nouveau buildings and how it went from insurance HQ to luxury hotel.
Hungarian Academy of Sciences
Pass by

Celebrate Hungary’s Nobel legacy, world-changing inventions, and scientific contributions to daily life.
15m

Explore a politically charged square featuring U.S. presidents, a Soviet monument, and a magnificent exchange building. Also hear about the famous thermal baths and how they came to be
St. Stephen's Square
15m

Marvel at Hungary’s most important church and learn about its namesake king and preserved mummified hand. Discover a local legend involving a smiling statue and learn about Hungarian wines.
Hungarian Parliament Building
Pass by

Hear about how and why this stunning landmark was constructed and the details that make it so special
Shoes on the Danube Bank
15m

Pause at this powerful memorial to honor victims of WWII atrocities carried out along the riverbank. Admire views of Fisherman's Bastion across the river
Jozsef Nador Ter
10m

Uncover the story of an Austrian archduke beloved by Hungarians and hear about Budapest’s grand coffeehouse tradition.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for “Tourific” in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.

End point

This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for “Tourific” in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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