Top Budapest Cultural Tours

If it's your first time in Budapest, get the lay of the land and a primer in Hungarian history on this in-depth and very affordable walking tour. Join a small group of fellow visitors and a guide who knows the city in and out for a stroll to most of the major attractions including the Hungarian Parliament, Europe's largest synagogue, and St. Stephen’s Basilica.

Travel through Budapest’s historic Jewish Quarter on a walking tour and learn about the community that remains active there today. See the Kazinczy Street Synagogue, Raul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park, the Jewish Museum and more, as your guide discusses in-depth the Jewish heritage behind the streets that you pass. With two routes to choose from, you’ll hear about the community’s past and the important role that the Jewish culture plays in contemporary Hungarian society.

Round up Budapest’s sights with ease and learn to ride a Segway personal transporter on a private city Segway tour. Choose a departure time to fit your schedule and cruise around Buda and Pest’s landmarks without the inconvenience of walking, catching buses, or jostling with others in a large tour group. Ideal for travelers seeking a quick and fun overview of the city, the tour includes training, equipment, and photos.

Discover the sights of the Danube Bend in one trip on this full-day tour from Budapest. Drive across the border into Slovakia, and visit Esztergom’s green-domed Basilica, the seat of Hungary’s Catholic church. Then, admire the Danube views from hilltop Visegrad Castle and enjoy a guided stroll around cobbled Szentendre, famous for its art shops. Hotel pickup, lunch, and return transport, with a Danube boat ride back to Budapest (May-September), are included.

See the sights of Budapest from a unique vantage point on a small-group electric scooter tour. After a pre-tour test ride, feel confident as you follow your guide through Budapest’s parks and bike paths. Customize your tour by choosing from different routes, including a riverside ride and comprehensive tour. You can also choose from two convenient tour times.

See a different side of Budapest with this night tour around the Buda Castle District. As well as passing key landmarks—such as Buda Castle and Matthias Church, the tour reveals mysterious stories that you wouldn’t find in a guidebook. Highlights include tales of Vlad Dracula, the city’s dark history, and notorious characters from the 19th century.

Admire the beautiful Buda Castle District on a walking tour in Budapest. Follow a local guide around the cobblestone streets and hear stories of the city’s rich history. See UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Royal Palace, as well as the lesser-known landmarks such as Sandor Palace. Be sure to capture pictures with family and friends from the panoramic lookout of Fisherman’s Bastion before you head out.

Hop into a soft-top tuk-tuk with a driver-guide and explore Budapest by three wheels on this shared tour. Most commonly found in Asia, tuk-tuks are perfect for navigating Budapest’s streets and discovering hidden places inaccessible to bigger vehicles. Breeze by the landmarks, stop for photos, and absorb the atmosphere on a flexible itinerary. Downtown pickup and drop-off included, with a choice of multiple departure times.

Travel back through time on a 3-hour history tour of Budapest by foot. As you walk, your guide will narrate the country’s rich history, from the 1956 Revolution to the fall of the Iron Curtain and everything in between. Take in stories of World War I and II as you pass the Parliament Building and visit a private exhibition hall to witness cultural relics along with communist propaganda.

View Budapest’s floodlit landmarks by boat on a Danube River evening cruise. Settle on the glass-enclosed vessel, and admire the cityscapes as you cruise by the UNESCO-listed riverbanks, glass in hand. Admire the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle district twinkling with lights, and sail under the illuminated Chain Bridge and other bridges. Your choice of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water, Wi-Fi, and onboard film and commentary included.

See the landmarks of Budapest and inside the Hungarian Parliament building on this 4-hour grand city tour. Enjoy a 3-hour panoramic drive to view highlights such as the Chain Bridge, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and Heroes’ Square, and soak up the city panoramas from the top of Gellért Hill. Enjoy a short walk around the Buda Castle District and finish with a 45-minute guided interior tour of the neo-Gothic Parliament, with entrance fee included.

Experience the beautiful sights of Budapest on a cruise along the Danube River. See famous landmarks such as the Chain Bridge, which connects the eastern and western sides of the city, as well as Buda Castle. On board you can enjoy wine and Hungarian sparkling wine and a buffet-style dinner included on the cruise, based on the tour option selected. Live music sets the mood as you glide past the capital city’s stunning backdrop.

Sip and sightsee along the Danube on this evening cruise in Budapest. Choose from multiple cruise options to suit your preferences and admire the stunning views of Buda Castle, the Parliament House, and the Citadel. Additional drinks are available for purchase on board as the evening continues along Budapest’s sparkling panorama.

Budapest is full of UNESCO-listed monuments, architectural wonders, and lively markets, but visiting on a group tour means a fixed itinerary and less time to explore. Instead, maximize your time with a private tour by luxury vehicle and tick off attractions such as Buda Castle, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, St Stephen’s Basilica, and the Central Market. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

The most monumental religious building of the Hungarian capital, with numerous statues and frescos and the oldest human hand of the world: the mummified right hand of the first Hungarian king Saint Stephen (from 1038). A lookout terrace on the dome with amazing panoramic wievs of the whole city. Possibility to visit the treasury and history exhibition of the church.

A visit on foot to discover the famous district of the Buda castle. See the major places of interest from Matthias Church to the Royal Palace, and explore hidden gems on the Buda side whilst hearing stories of Hungarian history.

This Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour of Budapest is one of the easiest ways to get around the city while you’re traveling. Book your 1-, 2-, or 3-day ticket and explore at your own pace. The route stops at many key areas of Budapest, including Heroes’ Square, the Hungarian Parliament Building, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and the Hungarian State Opera House. The bus offers recorded commentary about Budapest's sights in several languages.

Explore Budapest’s top attractions by bike on this 2-hour guided tour. Cycle past the Jewish Quarter, the sites of City Park, the iconic statues in Heroes’ Square, the UNESCO-listed Andrassy Avenue and more. As you go, your guide will provide historical background, anecdotes and fun facts about the surrounding architecture while you travel on the safe bike paths lining the city. Your tour route will remain on smaller roads to ensure a relaxing sightseeing experience.

Explore Budapest on a walking tour that highlights the history and landmarks of the Hungarian capital. Your guide shares commentary as you take in sites including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Buda Castle and Royal Gardens. You’ll also stop at St. Stephen's Basilica, Chain Bridge, Matthias Church, and Fisherman's Bastion on a tour that provides time for photos and conversation, and makes an ideal introduction to the city.

Visiting the Danube cities of Esztergom, Visegrad, and Szentendre from Budapest in one day is tricky without a car. On this private full-day tour, travel to all three in an air-conditioned vehicle. Accompanied by a guide, explore the cathedral in Esztergom. Take in the views in Visegrad and enjoy a local lunch. Stroll through the scenic streets of Szentendre. During the warmer months, take a river cruise back to Budapest.

Experience the romance of the Danube River by night on this candlelight dinner cruise. Cruise past the city's many beautiful illuminated sites as you dine on a 4-course dinner, passing by the Chain Bridge, the Elisabeth Bridge, and the Hungarian Parliament along the way. Local musicians are also on board to add zest to the experience by performing live Hungarian music.

Get a glimpse into Hungary’s history and culture on this 4.5-hour Godollo Palace and horse show experience from Budapest. Visit Godollo, the one-time summer residence of Queen Elisabeth, nicknamed ‘Sisi,’ and husband Emperor Franz Joseph I, and enjoy an interior palace tour. Then, visit a farm and enjoy a carriage ride, traditional Hungarian refreshments and a ‘magic’ horse show, complete with equestrian displays. Entrance fees, show, and air-conditioned transport included.

Avoid the lines and crowds on public transport and enjoy the luxury and freedom of a private Danube Bend tour. Make the most of limited time in Hungary and see three beautiful cities in a day, as well as spectacular countryside views. Along the way, the guide provides commentary to enrich the tour and help you learn about the local area. Highlights include Esztergom Basilica, Visegrad Citadel, Szentendre, and the Slovakian side of the Danube for photo opportunities.

Cruise the Danube River in the evening on a sightseeing cruise through Budapest. With a beverage in hand, take in the famous sights of Budapest along the banks of the river, deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site.