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Budapest Highlights

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7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Discover Budapest at your own pace with a licensed private local guide!

A perfect introduction to Budapest without rushing with plenty of photo opportunities.

In addition to historical, cultural and architectural attractions we can always stop for a coffee or to taste some delicious local food.

Please note that this is a recommended itinerary and we will visit the attractions from the outside. The tour can be customized according to your pace and preferences.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Meals
  • 24-hour Budapest-travelcard: 7 EUR per person OR a 72-hour Budapest-travelcard: 15 EUR per person
  • Gratuities
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I will meet you in the lobby of your hotel right before the tour. If your hotel is not listed, please let me know its name and address.

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Budapest (pass by)

Please note that this is a recommended itinerary and we will visit the attractions from the outside. The tour can be customized according to your pace and preferences.
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Buda Castle

The Castle District is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest district of the city with a beautiful panorama. We will walk around to explore the sights of the former royal residence and the civilian town.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Matthias Church

This unique coronation church with a snow-white, lace-like stone spire was founded more than 700 years ago.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Bastion

This neo-Romanesque bastion offers a magnificent view of the Parliament building and the Danube River.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian Parliament Building

This majestic building is one of the largest of its kind in the world. I will tell you why it was built so big.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shoes on the Danube Bank

A heartbreaking memorial to the Hungarian Jewish Holocaust victims.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Szabadsag ter

Amazing buildings, interesting statues and lots of history under the shady trees.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

The largest Catholic church in Budapest, dedicated to the first king of the country.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz

This neo-Renaissance style music palace is like a jewel box and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Heroes' Square

The huge Millennium Monument on the square was erected for the 1000th anniversary of Hungary's existence.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Park

Budapest's second largest park offers several recreational activities for adults and children alike. For example: Szechenyi Thermal Bath, Vajdahunyad Castle, the Budapest Zoo, a boating lake, restaurants and playgrounds.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We will see the attractions from the outside, we will not enter.
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Budapest Highlights?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Budapest Highlights?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
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The following is included:
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
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  • 24-hour Budapest-travelcard: 7 EUR per person OR a 72-hour Budapest-travelcard: 15 EUR per person.
  • Gratuities.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Budapest Highlights is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Budapest Highlights will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We will see the attractions from the outside, we will not enter.
  • Operated by a business

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