Top Budapest Culinary Tours

Sidestep the tourist traps and discover Budapest’s best local food at family-run spots on a small-group tour led by a guide who treats every stop like their own neighborhood. Guests choose between two distinct paths, both featuring 8 authentic tastings and a surprise Secret Dish: select Option A to explore Óbuda’s Roman ruins, visiting a working butcher, café, and historic restaurant for Hungarian sausage, lángos, fánk, and strudel; or choose Option B to wander Downtown Budapest’s grand boulevards and Baroque courtyards while sampling gulyás soup, lángos, pickled vegetables, local meats, chimney cake, and Hungarian beer.

Sample some of the best Hungarian cuisine—both traditional street food and an authentic meal—on this small-group food tour of Budapest’s vibrant District 7. Explore the historic cultural hub and learn why the food is so beloved while sampling traditional dishes like nokedli dumplings and lángos, paired with pálinka and sweet wine from Hungary’s Tokaji region.

Explore Hungary’s renowned Etyek wine region—and enjoy a hassle-free way to travel beyond Budapest city limits—on this half-day tasting tour, complete with lunch or dinner. Set off with your group (or just your guide, if private option selected), and head to Etyek, famed for its white and sparkling wines. Visit two or three top wineries to taste their wines and learn about their craft. This intimate tour also features a traditional Hungarian meal.

Discover aspects of Budapest’s culinary scene that most guidebooks miss on this half-day small-group food and wine tour. Sample traditional Hungarian dishes such as goulash—as well as sweet treats like chimney cake and langos—as you visit street food stalls and boutique eateries across the city and learn about the country’s unique cuisine.

If you’re keen to swap the touristy spots in Budapest for an off-the-beaten-path adventure, this small-group tour takes you to the lesser-known district of Obuda. Discover dining spots that locals love and try a variety of Hungarian specialties, such as grilled sausages, soup, pancakes, and beer, with tastings included.

Experience Budapest at night aboard River Diva on a scenic dinner cruise along the Danube. Settle into the spacious Grand Salon and enjoy a seasonal buffet created by Executive Chef Viktor Moldován. Choose from a varied selection of starters, main courses, side dishes, vegetarian options, and desserts served across multiple buffet stations. Throughout the cruise, enjoy unlimited cocktails, spirits, Prosecco, wine, beer, soft drinks, and water, with drinks served directly to your table. Live music creates a relaxed atmosphere as you pass Budapest’s illuminated riverside landmarks, including the Hungarian Parliament Building, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Gellért Hill, and Liberty Bridge. After dinner, visit the panoramic rooftop deck, weather permitting, and take in uninterrupted views of the city skyline and the lights reflecting across the Danube. River Diva brings together dinner, unlimited drinks, live music, attentive service, and panoramic views for a memorable evening in Budapest.

Without local knowledge of Hungarian food, it can be tricky to figure out menus and know what to order. With this tour, get a shortcut to the local food scene and walk around the city’s foodie hotspots with a private guide to help expand your culinary knowledge. All food and drink tastings are included such as goulash, local cheese, cured meats, strudel, and Hungarian wine.

Step off the typical tourist trail during this delectable culinary outing, and explore Budapest with just a small group for company. Be sure to arrive hungry: You’ll visit numerous stops across the city to taste various treats and delicacies. Head to locals-approved eateries to sample traditional Hungarian staples, and try dishes that represent the city’s immigrant communities, too. Wash it all down with refreshing, local beer.

Take in the stunning views of Budapest as you glide along the Danube River on our relaxing, all-you-can-eat Hungarian gourmet dinner cruise. Enjoy unlimited red, rosé and white wines in addition to your dinner, while admiring the illuminated beauty of the House of Parliament, Buda Castle, Chain Bridge, Gellert Hill, Elizabeth Bridge and many more illustrious sights. For a richer experience, you can optionally upgrade your experience with a tasting of traditional Hungarian spirits like Pálinka or Unicum. This cruise combines the enchanting sights of Budapest with the flavors of Hungary, creating a truly memorable evening on the river. - 2 hour scenic cruise along the Danube River - All-you-can-eat Hungarian gourmet buffet dinner - See remarkable landmarks illuminated during the cruise - Option to upgrade your ticket for a tasting of traditional Hungarian spirits

Skip the tourist traps and discover Budapest’s culinary highlights on a private walking tour. Discover hidden gems as you explore with your food-loving local host, and get a taste of authentic Hungarian cuisine with six or 10 tastings. Visit locations including the Central Market Hall, Jewish Quarter, and a ruin pub, and benefit from the customizable itinerary of a private tour, allowing your personal guide to cater to your preferences.

Skip the hassle of navigating Budapest on your own with this private tuk-tuk city tour. Cruise through iconic landmarks, panoramic viewpoints, and hidden streets inaccessible to larger vehicles, with flexible routing and plenty of photo stops. With hotel pickup, all-weather protection, and warm blankets included, enjoy a seamless, stress-free, and uniquely immersive open-air experience.

It can get pretty tiring visiting all the Budapest sights you want to take in on foot. Instead, zip through the city in style aboard an electric motorcycle on this small-group bike tour. Ride by sights such as Chain Bridge, Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Castle, and the Hungarian Parliament, stopping to explore and listen to facts about some of the city’s most popular landmarks.

Get acquainted with Hungary's culinary culture and history with a sommelier as your guide during this afternoon tasting experience. Sip five top local wines paired with fresh bread, Hungarian cheese, and charcuterie. Learn more than you would dining out alone. A tasting sheet helps you keep track of the different wines; also receive a map of the Hungarian wine regions to keep.

Experience the sights and sounds of Budapest on a four-hour e-bike tour. Visit Freedom Square, Margaret Bridge, and more. You'll enjoy the thrill of seeing the city by bike and won’t get worn out thanks to the electric motor.  Your guide is with you every step of the way to narrate the tour and answer questions. Across the river, enjoy a break with complimentary cake and coffee, before continuing the tour.

Discover Budapest with ease and check off lots of dispersed highlights in a half-day with this guided Segway tour. Choose between private or shared group options, then 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 and equipment.

Delve into Budapest’s culinary culture during a walking tour of the Hungarian capital. Along the way, visit the vibrant Central Market Hall, sample traditional cakes in an atmospheric coffee house, and more. Also sample local wines, spirits, and cheeses during a sommelier-led tasting, with exclusive discounts on wine purchases. Choose from a small-group or private tour for a personalized experience either way.

Visit Szechenyi Spa, the largest public bath in Budapest, with 18 indoor and outdoor pools, with this prebooked admission ticket. Under neo-baroque domes, enjoy full-day access to a handful of steam rooms, saunas, and springs-fed baths. Dip in the impressive outdoor pool or soak up the sauna in the city that is famous for its relaxing baths. This ticket includes your own locker or changing cabin.

Saddle up for a comprehensive 2.5 or 4-hour tour of Budapest by bike. See more sights than you could cover by walking, hitting top attractions like Heroes’ Square, City Park, the Parliament Building and the Great Market Hall, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. For the longer tour, a hot drink and sweet baked treat are included.

Discover Budapest’s best-known attractions all in one tour, and speed around the city with ease, when you explore via Segway. Meet your guide at a time that works best for you—this private tour can be tailored to fit your schedule—and get acquainted with your Segway. Once you feel comfortable, set off and explore. You’ll discover the UNESCO-listed Banks of the Danube, will admire highlights of the Budapest Castle District, will see the Hungarian Parliament Building, will glide past St. Stephen’s Basilica, and much more.

See the best of Budapest on a 3.5-hour bike tour led by a private guide. Wheel around the bike paths and cobblestone streets to pass UNESCO-listed Buda Castle District, the iconic statues in Heroes’ Square, the impressive Parliament Building and more. Your guide will provide anecdotes and historical background as you go, giving context to all the major landmarks surrounding you. You’ll also enjoy a stop to rest your legs with a hot beverage and Hungarian treat during the tour.

Experience the highlights of Budapest on a private Segway tour. Enjoy the flexibility to choose a start time that works for your schedule. Traveling by Segway allows you to see a lot of the city in a short amount of time. Learn about the sights also get the personalized attention of your private guide from start to finish. Afterwards, take home complimentary photos from your tour.

See the sights of Budapest as you cruise the city on a Segway. This tour offers a choice of durations for your guided trip around central Pest. An orientation is provided before the tour begins so that you feel comfortable when it comes time to navigate the streets. Ride past top attractions like St. Stephen’s Basilica, the Hungarian State Opera House and Andrassy Avenue along the way.

Study up on your Hungarian wines with this evening tasting in Budapest. Led by an expert guide, you’ll be given an introduction to regional characteristics, sampling eight varietals at a local wine shop and sharing your thoughts with your companions. Ask questions as you take in the flavor notes, pairing your samples with artisanal bread, local cheeses and charcuteries. Groups are limited to 24 people.