Absolute Walk

Type of tour : Half day tour -
Departure location : Deak Square in front of the church steps
Duration : 3.5 hours

The Absolute Walk, more than churches & castles! Recommended by all the major guide books.

Our walking tour begins with a short ride on the Millennium metro out to the Heroes' Square and City Park. There we learn about Hungarian history and culture through the line of kings displayed in chronological order. After that, we'll take a walk through the park to look at the Vajdahunyad Castle complex built for the world EXPO in 1896, displaying the typical Hungarian architecture used for it. Next will be a stop at Szechenyi bath house (you'll get to peek inside if it's open) to learn about the amazing bath culture this country has to offer. Then we'll take the Millennium Metro back to the city center and stop over at the Opera house (just outside, we won't go in) and Andrassy Boulevard to tell you about the significance the Opera and that street brought to our culture and nobility.

We’ll have a 10 to 15-minute WC and refreshments break where you can buy snacks and drinks.

Our next stop is by St. Stephen’s Basilica (you'll get to peek inside when it is open) and Deák Square through Elizabeth square and then we will walk down to the center, stopping by Ferenciek Square for a look at the amazing architectural buildings, a short stroll along the Vaci walking street and finally to the riverside’s famous Danube Promenade. Here we will get a look at the spectacular view of Gellert hill and the Citadel, as well as the Buda Hills and the Buda Castle District as we pass it. We'll take a stop at the Vigado, the former municipal hall with loads of historical stories, and then go for a picturesque photo op with the little princess before crossing the famous Chain Bridge.

For the final part of the tour, we'll climb the steps up into the Buda Castle District to the Royal Palace and walk through the old cobblestone streets and alleys to our finishing point in front of the Matthias church and Fisherman’s Bastion.

Highlights
- Hungarian History and Culture
- Heroes' Sq and City Park with a peek into the bath house
- Inner Pest - Opera, Basilica, Synagogue
- Walking District - Vaci St, Danube Promenade, Chain Bridge
- Buda Castle District - Royal Palace, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church

Includes
- Private English speaking guide
- Public transport tickets during tour when applicable
- Stops for photos and questions

Excludes
- Entrance fees to sights and museums
- Meals and drinks unless specified
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Optional activity costs