UniqueBudapest, a team of authentic, young and enthusiastic local guides, reveals the many faces of Budapest with a local touch. Whether it's art, history or culture, UniqueBudapest has a walking tour that suits your interest. Tours come with a behind-the-scenes-view of Budapest, leading through abandoned passages, aristocratic mansions, hidden treasures, Jewish remains, stories from the past and trendy entertainment venues. UniqueBudapest's guides are passionate and knowledgeable about the city and will help you discover "Budapest with a difference".
UniqueBudapest Tours
11 unique guided tours are offered in several languages (English, François, Deutsch, Italiano, Español, Magyar). Pre-registration is required for all UniqueBudapest tours and we have made it easy to reserve your spot using the form below.
Art Nouveau, Eclectic and Culture Tour
Visitors to Budapest are often impressed by its beautiful late 19th and early 20th century architecture. This tour features the most beautiful Eclectic-style buildings Budapest is well known for along with some unique Art Nouveau masterpieces. Not to mention that along the way you will discover theaters, galleries and statues and hear some interesting stories.
Meeting point: House of Hungarian Art Nouveau (Honvéd utca 3, Pest, District 5)
Duration: 4 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 9,000 (2-3 people), HUF 7,500 (4-9 people), HUF 5,000 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
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Villas and Urban Mansions Tour
This tour takes visitors back to the turn of the 20th century when the aristocracy had commissioned beautiful Classicist, Eclectic and Art Nouveau style villas and mansions. You will also learn about Hungary's history, explore beautiful art and architecture and discover many hidden gems along the tour.
Meeting point: Corner of Dózsa György út and Lendvay utca, Pest, District 6
Duration: 3.5 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 6,000 (2-3 people), HUF 4,500 (4-9 people) HUF 3,000 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
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Retro Budapest Tour
Once upon a time, in the 60s and the 70s, Hungary was the 'happiest barrack' in the Eastern Block. Today, the remains of socialism and "Stalin Baroque" are scattered throughout the city. This tour will take you to the 'Retro' hot spots in Budapest while giving an insight into Hungary's recent past.
Meeting point: In front of the Franciscan Church at Ferenciek tere, Pest, District 5
Duration: 3 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 6,000 (2-3 people), HUF 4,500 (4-9 people) HUF 3,000 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
The Treasures of Budapest's City Center Tour
This walk in Budapest's city center leads through passages, tiny shops, Parisian-like squares and cafés, markets, Art Nouveau mansions and statues that will captivate you. It's a unique downtown discovery tour that goes way beyond the guide books.
Meeting point: In front of the Franciscan Church at Ferenciek tere, Pest, District 5
Duration: 3.5 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 7,000 (2-3 people), HUF 5,000 (4-9 people), HUF 3,500 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
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Stories of the Danube Tour
The beautiful Danube River both divides and connects Buda and Pest. It plays an integral role in the city's past and present and this tour features many moving and amusing stories while strolling along the embankment in Pest, including the Danube Promenade.
Meeting point: Európa Café (Szt. István körút. 7-9, Pest, District 5)
Duration: 4 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 7,000 (2-3 people), HUF 5,000 (4-9 people), HUF 3,500 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
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Pest by Night Tour
This tour features trendy entertainment hot-spots, including a walk through Budapest's Montmartre and Soho, where in addition to the several pubs and cafés there are also many galleries and boutiques. The tour starts at Szimpla Kert, the most famous 'ruin pub' of Budapest.
Meeting point: Szimpla Kert (Kazinczy utca 14, Pest, District 7)
Duration: This tour doesn't have a preset duration, it's really up to you how long you want to party.
Price per person, including entrance fees + one welcome drink: HUF 8,000 (2-3 people), HUF 6,500 (4-9 people), HUF 4,500 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
In the Footsteps of Franz Liszt Tour
Ferenc Liszt (1811-1886) the celebrated piano virtuoso, composer and music teacher was born in Hungary. 2011 marked the 200th anniversary of his birthday. This tour will provide an insight into the famous composer's life and take you to the places where Liszt lived and worked in Budapest.
Meeting point: In front of the Franciscan Church at Ferenciek tere, Pest, District 5
Duration: 3.5 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 8,000 (2-3 people), HUF 6,500 (4-9 people), HUF 4,500 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
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Secrets of the Jewish Quarter Tour
This tour reveals the hidden treasures of Budapest's former Jewish Quarter. Along the way you will see some wonderful sights and architecture and learn about Jewish history and culture in Budapest. The tour starts at the Great Synagogue in Dohány Street, the second largest synagogue in the world.
Meeting point: In front of the Great Synagogue in Dohány utca, Pest, District 7
Duration: 3.5 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 9,000 (2-3 people), HUF 7,500 (4-9 people), HUF 5,000 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
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Deluxe Tour
This tour is a journey back in time to an epoch when the first department stores were built and when grand cafés flourished in Budapest. The tour provides an insight into turn of the 20th century Hungary and lets you discover the works of Hungarian contemporary artists and designers 100 years later.
Meeting point: In front of the Franciscan Church at Ferenciek tere, Pest, District 5
Duration: 3.5 hours
Price per person, including entrance fees: HUF 8,000 (2-3 people), HUF 6,500 (4-9 people), HUF 4,500 (10-15 people)
Minimum participants: 2
Cycling in the City
A fun way to see the many sights in Budapest. This tour will take you to the most attractive sights in Buda and Pest while giving an insight into history and culture.
Meeting point: Depends on whether you are staying in Buda or Pest. Please specify in the reservation form below under 'special requests'.
Price: HUF 10,000 (4-9 people), HUF 8,500 (10-15 people)
Duration: 3.5 hours
Good to know: The minimum number of participants is 4 people. Registration must be done at least 5 days ahead.
Kayak Tour on the Danube
If you are feeling adventurous, this unique tour on the Danube provides an unforgettable experience. No skills are required. Wear comfortable, warm clothes and bring your camera.
Meeting point: In front of the Church of St. Anna at Batthyány tér 7, Buda, District 1
Duration: 3.5 hours
Price per person, including welcome drink + food: HUF 16,000 (4-9 people), HUF 14,000 (10-15 people)
Good to know: Tours start April 1st. The minimum number of participants is 4 people. Registration must be done at least 5 days ahead.
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Reserve Your UniqueBudapest Tour
We have partnered with UniqueBudapest to make it easy to reserve a spot in one of their walking tours. Simply fill out the form below and UniqueBudapest will respond directly.
To accommodate opening hours (museums and attractions), recommended tour departure times are 9 am and 10 am in the morning and 2 pm and 3 pm in the afternoon. Recommended tour departure times for the Pest by Night Tour are 7 pm and 8 pm. Upon request UniqueBudapest will do their best to accommodate all other departure times.
Tours depart under most weather conditions, but don't worry there is ample opportunity to take a rest and grab a coffe or a sandwich to keep you going. Payment is due in cash on the spot, prior to the tour.
