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Budapest’s UNESCO-listed landmarks and Renaissance monuments should be top of the itinerary for first-time visitors, but exploring with a local host means you can tailor your tour to suit your interests. On this private and personalizable tour, visit Heroes Square, the Great Synagogue, and the Jewish Quarter; walk over the famous Chain Bridge; sample traditional Jewish pastries and a local snack; and explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods.

Budapest’s sights are spread over several districts, so seeing them can be tough on your feet. With this private tuk tuk tour, set your own itinerary with tips from your personal driver-guide, and then sit back and take in the sights and city's atmosphere from a soft-top 3-wheeler. Lastly, cap your explorations with goulash soup. A choice of departure times throughout the day and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

To experience the elegance of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Budapest visitors don't need to take a trip to Vienna. Instead, enjoy this half-day excursion to the Royal Palace of Gödöllő, less than an hour's drive from Budapest. With this private tour, start your day with easy hotel pickup before you're whisked to the palace to learn about the history of the monarchy and Queen Elisabeth, take in the building's baroque styling, and refresh with a coffee or tea—included in the tour price.

Get an in depth look at Budapest’s attractions and contemporary culture on a four-hour walking tour. Your private guide conveniently meets you in your hotel lobby before you set off to visit the city’s most popular sights. Enjoy included traditional cake and coffee, before pre-paid public transportation takes you to Castle Hill. You set the pace and decide how much time you want to spend at each location.

For travelers with a few days in Budapest, it's easy to get wrapped up in the bustle of the city, and forget to explore the quaint towns nearby. Visit two lovely towns outside the city on this private day trip from Budapest. After hotel pickup, head to Szentendre and Visegrád to wander medieval streets, and see the Danube Bend from a scenic lookout. End your day with a stop at a museum, or some shopping—it's up to you.

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.

Try some bull’s blood on this private tour in Eger, which is not something every tour offers. Your guide will take you all around the city, showing you the famous spots and giving you a local’s perspective. You’ll also make it to a Hungarian winery, where you’ll be able to taste the most famous wine in the county, the bull’s blood.

Turn your travel day from Budapest to Vienna into an unforgettable adventure. Instead of rushing from city to city, join a small-group, full-day road trip and explore hidden gems along the way in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Stroll through the colorful artists’ town of Szentendre, marvel at the grandeur of Esztergom Basilica—Hungary’s largest church—and enjoy a walk through the historic streets of Bratislava, the charming capital of Slovakia. Led by a local guide and limited to just 15 travelers, this 10-hour journey is packed with culture, stories, and scenery.

Get more out of your time in Hungary by swapping Budapest for a full-day private tour to a region known for its medicinal waters. Avoid public transport delays by traveling in a comfortable private vehicle. Visit the 13th-century Eger Castle, Sodomb's salt hill, and the Saliris Resort, where you can bathe in thermal water containing 30 trace minerals.

Sip traditional alcoholic beverages while learning about Hungarian drinking culture on this evening walking tour of Budapest’s famous ruin bars. In a small-group, visit three of the district's most popular spots—all abandoned buildings and courtyards turned into bars—while learning about the area’s unique history and transformation, and taking in creative street art.

Get an insider’s introduction to the unique and trendy phenomenon of “ruin bars” during this after-hours pub crawl in Budapest. Visit bars that have been converted from abandoned factories, homes, and shops in the city’s former Jewish Quarter in District VII. You’ll also get a peek at the neighborhood’s iconic street art.

This private tuk-tuk tour offers a fun way to explore Budapest, without booking taxis or using public transport. After hotel pickup, your driver takes you past key sights such as Andrassy Avenue, Heroes’ Square, and Central Market Hall. Visit the House of Unicum distillery for a taste of the city’s signature herbal liquor and learn about its history.

Immerse yourself in Budapest's culture through your taste buds with this street food tour of the city. You'll sample all sorts of local treats, from traditional Hungarian fare to specialty snacks from Turkish and Greek stteedt food joints, all washed down with local beer. You'll even get the chance to sample a traditional dessert all the way from Transylvania!

Explore Budapest’s rich culinary heritage beyond standard tourist spots on a small-group walking tour through downtown Pest and the historic Jewish Quarter. Guided by a local expert, you’ll visit family-run eateries, authentic street food vendors, and a 19th-century market hall. Savor 10 classic tastings—ranging from savory lángos and rich goulash to fruit soup, traditional pastries, and artisanal sausages—paired with local wines, beer, and traditional grape must. Along the way, take in vibrant street art, pass historic landmarks, and experience the city’s iconic ruin bar culture.

Get personalized attention during this half-day private walking tour in Budapest. Stop by the Hungarian capital's landmarks and highlights, including Andrássy Avenue and St. Stephen's Basilica on the Pest side of the river; Matthias Church and the Royal Palace on the Buda side. This private tour for just you and your party is fully customizable and gives you plenty of time to ask questions. One beverage at a local café included.

Self-guided ride with our bicycles to the scenic village of Szentendre, ca. 25km along the Danube. If you follow our recommended route you will leave from Downtown to Margarete Island, enjoy the nature of the car-free island and pass Old-Buda and the Roman Beach. It is up to you to decide on speed, stops, and enjoying the landscape. In summer you can even make a bathing stop. Ride on the perfect bicycle ways to Szentendre and enjoy the Mediterranean flair at the river. Plenty to see, enjoyable ride for leisure riders & families or sportsmen & women. Optional: Finish the tour with a relaxing boat ride on the Danube (ATTENTION: only available in Summer and the boat arrives at 18:10 in Budapest); The boat has to be booked directly with us. EUR 30/person. Please note: this is a self-guided tour, you are your own guide and have to find the way and handle technical issues yourself. If you want full comfort consider booking a private guided tour.

Get hands-on instruction in taking expert photographs and capture stunning views of Budapest by day or night during this customizable photo tour. Tours are limited to two participants, giving you plenty of time to receive personalized guidance. Photograph landmarks like the Hungarian Parliament or Chain Bridge, with itineraries dependent on weather conditions and your preferences.

Immerse yourself in the art and architecture of the Hungarian Art Nouveau movement on a private walking tour.  Skip the confusion of public transit and meet your art historian guide in your hotel lobby. Together, you’ll visit the Museum of Applied Arts, Gresham Palace, and more.  Enjoy a complimentary coffee at the House of Hungarian Art Nouveau, before admiring selected architecture throughout the city.

Cover the highlights of Budapest during this full-day private tour by car or minivan, depending on group size. Tick off top attractions on both sides of the Danube in Buda and Pest. Cover more locations in less time, from Castle Hill and the Fisherman's Bastion to Szechenyi Baths, getting down whenever and wherever you wish. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

Exploring Budapest’s Jewish Quarter independently may leave you only scratching the surface of its history and missing out on detail. Ensure you cover the highlights and more on this private half-day walking tour: visiting the Great Synagogue, Gozsdu Courtyard, Jewish Museum, and other musts; and giving you a guide to reveal the full stories behind the sights. The tour includes a choice of start times to suit your schedule.

Leave the Hungarian capital behind for the day and discover the scenic attractions along the Danube River on a private 8-hour tour. Comfortable and efficient transportation allows you to experience Esztergom, Visegrad, and Szentendre all in one day. Highlights on the exclusive excursion include a medieval citadel, baroque village, and 19th-century basilica. You also enjoy an included lunch served at a local restaurant along the river.

Seeing Budapest’s sights while also getting to know the real city is difficult without a guide for in-depth insight. This private walking tour makes it happen: with a personal guide to show you and share stories of the landmarks, and shed light on the Hungarian capital’s past, lifestyles, and cuisine. Stroll around Buda’s and Pest’s must-sees, hear about local life, and enjoy the opportunity to customize the itinerary around you.

Orientate yourself in a new city and discover its highlights on a private tour of Budapest. Benefit from the flexibility of a private tour to customize your itinerary according to your interests and arrange departure to suit you. Visit landmarks such as Vajdahunyad Castle, Széchenyi Baths, and St Stephen’s Basilica, exploring by foot and public transport for an immersive experience of the city.

Discover Budapest’s Jewish heritage past and present on a private walking tour that lets you explore Hungary's capital at your own pace. Choose your start time and set off with a private guide, hearing about the sights as you walk at your own speed. Visit the Dohány Street Synagogue and Jewish Museum, enjoy time at the Jewish Centre’s Family Research Center, and see the Martyrs’ Cemetery, memorials, and more. Choose from several tour durations, all with flexible itineraries.