Buda Castle District Walk with Entry to Matthias Church
(174) Reviews
Budapest
About
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
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Licensed English speaking guide
Skip the line entry and guided tour in Matthias Church
Pick-up and drop-off
Food and drink
Gratuity (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Holy Trinity Statue
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
Buda Castle
Tour concludes at the Royal Palace area, near the Funicular
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please wear modest clothing (covering the shoulders and thighs) when visiting the church. Male visitors are requested to enter with a bare head
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Diplomatic receptions in the Castle District can alter the tour route any time of the year.
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This tour involves 2 hours of walking covering about 4 km / 2.5 miles with stairs, cobblestones and slippery surfaces
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Buda Castle District Walk with Entry to Matthias Church
(174) Reviews
Budapest
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About
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
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Licensed English speaking guide
Skip the line entry and guided tour in Matthias Church
Pick-up and drop-off
Food and drink
Gratuity (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Holy Trinity Statue
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
Buda Castle
Tour concludes at the Royal Palace area, near the Funicular
Itinerary
1
Holy Trinity Column
The tour starts at the column and your guide will have a short introduction at the beginning of the tour
10 minutes
2
Fisherman's Bastion
Guests can enjoy the panorama from the Castle Hill over the city and the Danube, Parliament, Margaret Island
15 minutes
3
Statue of St Stephen
The guide will introduce the brief history of Hungary at the statue of the state founder St Stephen
5 minutes
4
Matthias Church
The tour will show you the historical church inside and your guide will give a detailed description.
30 minutes
5
Becsi Kapu Square
The guests can see one of the main gates of the Castle area
5 minutes
6
Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
Guide will explain the story of the church from the middle ages
10 minutes
7
Arpad Toth Promenade (Setany)
Peaceful promenade offers a relaxed walk to Disz Square with beautiful view over the Taban district and Buda Hills
10 minutes
8
Disz Square
Of of the entrances of the Castle area
9
Budapest Castle Hill Funicular
Learn about the story of the funicular and the Castle Tunnel
5 minutes
10
Buda Castle
The Palace area is open and guests can enter the inner courtyard. Today the complex houses several museums.
10 minutes
11
Turul Bird Statue
The huge statue of the mythical eagle of the ancient Hungarians facing the Danube from the Castle Hill
12
Buda Hill Funicular
See the Castle Hill Funicular in operation and enjoy views of the Chain Bridge from the city walls
5 minutes
13
Sandor Palace
Pass the Presidental Palace of Hungary and the diplomatic residence of the prime minister
14
Prince Eugene of Savoy's Equestrian Statue
From the terrace of the Royal Palace you can enjoy a spectacular view over the city.
5 minutes
15
Fountain of King Matthias
Discover the legend of King Matthias and Szep Ilonka at the Matthias Fountain in the Palace courtyards
5 minutes
16
Varhegy
Your tour ends in the courtyards of the Royal Palace.
