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Downtown Budapest with a historian
Free cancellation
Place: Budapest
Duration: up to 3 hours
Language: English
Availability: Every day
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Do this because
- Let locals explain you the differences between Pest and Buda
- Explore downtown Budapest along the river Danube
- Learn about the history and the lives of residents
What to expect
On this tour, you will explore the downtown of Budapest on the east bank of the Danube River. Pest is the younger part of the capital that - being the fastest growing city in the last decades of the 19th century - is today the bustling metropolis of Hungary, making it the center of education, politics, nightlife - and sights to see!
You will learn about the history of Pest, about the different mentality of Pest and Buda residents and you will be given an account of how is it to live here today: for locals, for the young, for the old and for the expat community. The guides are not afraid to answer any question & enter any topic about Budapest and Hungary.
Downtown Budapest - Tour highlights include:
- Saint Stephen's Basilica
- Heroes' Square
- Vajdahunyad Castle and the City Park
- Riding the oldest underground of the European continent
- An open conversation about Budapest
- Learning about local stories, history, personal stories, legends and urban legends
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Important to know
- You are going to use subways on the tour
- Bring an umbrella in case of rain
- The minimum age to participate is 14 years
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What’s included
Subway tickets
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Budapest Explorers
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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