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Buda Castle District Walk with Entry to Matthias Church

Location Budapest, Hungary, Europe
$74.59
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Overview

Get a historical overview of the Buda Castle District, walk through the small cobblestone streets and squares with a professional local guide. You'll get a feel for its medieval aspects from the first stone laid to the present day use. Your guide will lead you through the Castle area and its historical points, occupations and roles it played throughout the Hungarian history. We'll also show you around inside the Matthias Church and tell its stories and legends. Enjoy the magnificent view over the city from Fisherman’s Bastion.

During this tour, you will see the major sights including Royal Palace, the Presidential Palace, Disz Square, Holy Trinity Square, Hess Andras Square, Buda Tower
Small-group tour
Duration: 2 hours
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Skip the line entry and guided tour in Matthias Church
  • Licensed English speaking guide
  • Gratuity (optional)
  • Food and drink
  • Pick-up and drop-off

Meeting point
The Holy Trinity Column is in the middle of the square. Your guide will wait for you in front of the column at the stairs.
Return details
Tour concludes at the Royal Palace area, near the Funicular

  • Holy Trinity Column
    The tour starts at the column and your guide will have a short introduction at the beginning of the tour
  • Fisherman's Bastion
    Guests can enjoy the panorama from the Castle Hill over the city and the Danube, Parliament, Margaret Island
  • Statue of St Stephen
    The guide will introduce the brief history of Hungary at the statue of the state founder St Stephen
  • Matthias Church
    The tour will show you the historical church inside and your guide will give a detailed description.
  • Becsi Kapu Square
    The guests can see one of the main gates of the Castle area
  • Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
    Guide will explain the story of the church from the middle ages
  • Arpad Toth Promenade (Setany)
    Peaceful promenade offers a relaxed walk to Disz Square with beautiful view over the Taban district and Buda Hills
  • Of of the entrances of the Castle area (pass by)
  • Learn about the story of the funicular and the Castle Tunnel
  • Buda Castle
    The Palace area is open and guests can enter the inner courtyard. Today the complex houses several museums.
  • The huge statue of the mythical eagle of the ancient Hungarians facing the Danube from the Castle Hill (pass by)
  • Buda Hill Funicular
    See the Castle Hill Funicular in operation and enjoy views of the Chain Bridge from the city walls
  • Pass the Presidental Palace of Hungary and the diplomatic residence of the prime minister (pass by)
  • Prince Eugene of Savoy's Equestrian Statue
    From the terrace of the Royal Palace you can enjoy a spectacular view over the city.
  • Fountain of King Matthias
    Discover the legend of King Matthias and Szep Ilonka at the Matthias Fountain in the Palace courtyards
  • Your tour ends in the courtyards of the Royal Palace. (pass by)

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear modest clothing (covering the shoulders and thighs) when visiting the church. Male visitors are requested to enter with a bare head
  • Diplomatic receptions in the Castle District can alter the tour route any time of the year.
  • This tour involves 2 hours of walking covering about 4 km / 2.5 miles with stairs, cobblestones and slippery surfaces
  • Tour goes in all weather con, please dress appropriately
  • Solo travelers are welcome, discover Budapest alongside fellow travelers.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Buda Castle District Walk with Entry to Matthias Church

    Location Budapest, Hungary, Europe
    $74.59
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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