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First Hungarian Secret Museum Free Audio Guide – Available in 8 languages Daily Access – Open every day from 8 am to 8 pm Heritage Hotel Location – Museum within a local heritage hotel 140 sqm Exhibition Space Onsite Cocktail Bar and Restaurant Historical Preservation – Present condition of the historic buildings displayed in the museum within walk-in distance

Walk straight in and start exploring Budapest’s St. Stephen’s Basilica, Hungary’s third-largest church, with prebooked tickets that let you skip the lines. Marvel at the intricate neoclassical architecture, get an up-close look at the organ, and see St. Stephen’s mummified right hand. Opt to visit the main hall only or upgrade to a ticket that includes the rooftop terrace and treasury.

Budapest is full of historical galleries and museums, but if you want to experience something more cutting-edge and contemporary, check out IKONO Budapest. This immersive museum contains 12 rooms where visitors can explore art, technology, and light in fun and surprising ways. Pre-booking your admission ticket guarantees your entry to this popular attraction, which makes an ideal rainy- or snowy-day activity.

Check out the cool urban art scene on this small group tour in Budapest. Your guide will show you artwork you never would locate on your own. Hear the stories of the artists and the art works themselves. When you’re finished, you’ll be taken to one of the city’s famous ruin bars, where you’ll be served a drink to wind up the tour.

Discover the Purrfect Destination for cat lovers with an entry ticket to Cat Museum Budapest. Meet and pet the resident cats as you explore the interactive art exhibition dedicated to felines. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, THAT CATS NATURALLY LIKE TO NAP DURING THE DAY. WE CANNOT PREDICT IN ADVANCE WHEN EACH OF THEM WILL BE ACTIVE OR IN THE MOOD TO PLAY, ALTHOUGH THEY ARE SOCIAL AND FRIENDLY BY NATURE. As part of our adoption program, we can only offer cats for adoption to residents of Hungary. Children under 8 years old are not allowed.

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.

Cinema Mystica is one of Budapest's most unique indoor attractions, offering a fully immersive journey through digital art, light, sound, and interactive installations. Located in the heart of the city inside the historic Párisi Udvar, the exhibition provides a perfect escape on rainy days, hot summer afternoons, or whenever you're looking for an unforgettable experience in Budapest. Visitors can explore a series of mesmerizing rooms filled with generative visuals, large-scale projections, interactive environments, and atmospheric soundscapes. Inspired by nature, consciousness, sacred geometry, and the hidden patterns that connect all living things, each space invites discovery, reflection, and play. Fully air-conditioned and suitable for visitors of all ages, Cinema Mystica offers a unique blend of art, technology, and wonder-making it one of the most memorable things to do in Budapest, whether you're a tourist, a local, or simply searching for an extraordinary indoor experience.

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.

Meet your hero in wax form at Madame Tussauds Budapest, home to 51 Hungarian and international figures. Come face to face with the likes of Iron Man’s Robert Downey Jr, football legend Lionel Messi, and even sip tea with the Queen of England. Marvel at the lifelike details of these expertly crafted wax figures and pose for photos with your favorite celebrities.

Curious about everyday life behind the Iron Curtain during the Cold War era? The Retro Budapest Interactive Museum, located in the heart of downtown, is a great entertaining program for all ages. It showcases thousands of original iconic items from the communist era of the '70s and '80s in thoughtfully arranged, air-conditioned thematic rooms. Explore engaging quizzes and interactive games or read news in an authentic studio equipped with original live TV cameras. Three Soviet cars are on display, including a Lada car that functions as a police car simulator, allowing you to virtually patrol the streets of Budapest. See a typical Eastern Bloc family home with standardized furniture and everyday items. View artifacts from Hungary's 1980 space mission, including a spacesuit and traditional canned goulash sent to the Salyut 6 crew. Visit retro bistro for coffee snacks, or browse souvenir shop.

A historic walking tour designed for travelers who want to see the city beyond the surface. Experience the best of Budapest’s Royal side in one immersive journey. From the "fairytale" spires of Fisherman’s Bastion to the top-secret tunnels of a Cold War nuclear bunker, this expert-led tour takes you through 1,000 years of Hungarian history. Start at the city’s heart and climb the historic ridge of Buda for the ultimate panoramic views. - UNESCO World Heritage Site: Explore the complete Buda Castle District with an expert local guide. - Iconic Landmarks: Visit the Royal Palace courtyards, Matthias Church, and Fisherman’s Bastion. - Breathtaking Panoramas: Enjoy the city's best views of the Hungarian Parliament and the Danube. - Small-Group Intimacy: A carefully designed, efficient route that avoids the big tour-bus crowds. - Customizable Upgrades: Choose a guided interior visit to Matthias Church or dive deep into history at the Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker.

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.

Budapest's Bohemian District VII is known for its great food, nightlife, and fantastic street art. Art enthusiasts that want to find some of the best street art in the neighborhood shouldn't miss this guided tour, where you discover diverse pieces, from murals and graffiti art to cutouts, and can snap photos as you go. Wrap up your tour at one of Budapest's famous ruin bars, where you can check out the quirky decor.

Take a refreshing break from bustling Budapest into the charmingly relaxed artists' town of Szentendre. Take a look at the open-air exhibition of young Hungarian artists, then ramble along the twisting, cobblestone alleys, soak up the Mediterranean atmosphere in an outdoor café. Climb the hill for stunning views of colorful rooftops nestled along the river. Marvel at the life-size marzipan sculpture of Lady Diana in the Marzipan Museum. After the guided tour you will have the opportunity to visit other museums or bargain for souvenirs in a tiny boutique. During the summer (between 1st of May and 27th of September and only on Friday-Saturday-Sunday) we return to Budapest on the Danube by boat. In winter the return is by car. The tour ends in the city center.

Trade typical tourist hot spots for a guided adventure that uncovers Budapest's vibrant street art and hidden gems. This alternative tour offers a fun exploration of often-overlooked local sights, with your guide sharing insights into the meaning behind the artwork—often reflecting social and political themes—while providing a deeper understanding of Hungarian culture.

Experience Budapest’s art nouveau landmarks on a small-group walking tour with an historian guide. Stop to see the city's art nouveau masterpieces, all graced with the decorative natural and folk motifs that characterized the early 20th-century architectural movement. Admire examples including the Royal Postal Savings Bank; learn about Hungary’s celebrated exponent, Odon Lechner; and uncover the design and history behind each building. Choose a morning or afternoon tour, with public transport passes at own expense.

Have you ever seen golden camels in the eye of a needle? Or a book bound with spiderweb? Or art pieces placed on a human hair? For that, the artist had to slow down the pace of his heartbeat as he worked on his art pieces between to heartbeats. I could go on describing what you can see in the Micro Art Museum, but it is best to come and check it out for yourself. The smallest and most elaborate art pieces in the world can be seen under microscopes. You can also see something without a microscope, but you wouldn't always be able to tell us what there is on the other side of the lens. Mykola Syadristy's art shows us that nothing is impossible, we just have to improve our skills and be persistent and patient.

What makes this tour unique is its deep dive into Budapest’s Art Nouveau architecture through engaging storytelling. Rather than a simple sightseeing walk, the experience connects the buildings to the cultural ambitions and artistic ideas of the early 20th century. Travelers learn to notice hidden details, symbolic decorations, and architectural innovations that define Hungarian Secession. It’s an experience designed for curious travelers who want to understand the city, not just see it. This is a group tour and requires a minimum of 5 participants to operate. If fewer than 5 guests are present at departure time, the tour will proceed as a private experience, with an adjusted rate applying, split equally among those present. In the rare case that too few travelers join, this will be decided on the spot at departure time. You may choose to join the tour under the adjusted terms or cancel for a full refund of your booking fee.

Get up close and personal with one of Budapest’s most important landmarks—and learn the stories behind the sights from your guide’s commentary—on a tour of St. Stephen’s Basilica. Pick from a small-group tour of the church (with optional upgrades to visit its treasury and tower) or a private tour, depending on your budget and preferences. Whichever you choose, you’ll have the chance to discover a true Hungarian icon.

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.

If you’re short on time in Budapest or want an overview of the city to help plan your sightseeing, this half-day tour is ideal. Settle into an air-conditioned coach and view the must-sees of Hungary’s capital as your guide shares their history. See the Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and Heroes Square; stroll around the Buda Castle district; and admire city views from hilltop Gellert Citadel.

Immerse yourself in Hungarian folk culture while enjoying a 4-course dinner cruise on the Danube. Tuck into a delicious 4-course meal with a main dish of your choice, sip a welcome drink included with your ticket, and watch musicians, singers, and folklore dancers in traditional dress entertain you. Enjoy nighttime views of Budapest as you float past Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Budapest’s bridges, and more during this 2-hour cruise.

Art enthusiasts find several fantastic museums in Budapest, but to really understand Hungarian art, you shouldn't miss the chance to experience Budapest's vibrant street art scene. On this art tour, follow your guide to see Budapest's murals, street art, and graffiti. Along the way, explore the Bohemian Jewish Quarter, and learn about the city's culture and history, through the lens of local artists' work.