Buda - Walk in the Castle District
On this walk, you can discover the secrets of the Buda Castle District - every street has a story to tell, and there are breathtaking views of the city from several points in the district.
What we will see on this tour:
Our tour will start at the statue of Pope Ince XI in Hess András Square, where we will begin with a short journey back in time to the former royal seat of Buda. We will then take a tour of Matthias Church and its surroundings, and of course walk to the Fisherman's Bastion, one of the most popular photo points in the city. From here, you can see not only the Danube and the Parliament, but also other famous sights of the city.
During our walk, we will pass through Szentháromság Square and the romantic little streets of Girbegurba, and then we will reach the Tóth Árpád promenade, where we will enjoy an unrivalled view of Buda. We'll also talk about the legends of Buda, Turkish heritage, one of the oldest confectionery shops on the Buda side, the Ruszwurm, and the secret tunnel system in the belly of the Castle Hill.
We also pass the most important public buildings of the Castle District and the station of the Sikló, before arriving at the grandiose Palace of Buda. Here you will find the Hungarian National Gallery and the Budapest History Museum, and from the terrace of the Palace you can enjoy the view of the river below and the Pest side.
At the end of the tour, we will walk down from the Castle through the Castle Garden Bazaar and finish our walk on Ybl Miklós Square. From here you can easily reach the countless tram and bus lines, or continue exploring the city with a pleasant walk along the Danube.
Who do I recommend this tour to?
There are many cobblestones and stairs in the castle district, so the tour is not recommended for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
Meeting point: Hess András square, statue of Pope Innocent XI.
Starting times:
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 4 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Price: 20 Euro / person
Included in the price: live guided tour and personalised tips and advice for your stay
Not included in the price: entrance fees (we will not enter any buildings during the tour)
Type of tour: public tour - fixed starting times and open to other guests
Extended Tours:
If you’re eager to continue exploring the city with me, I recommend my Pest - Downtown gems tour at 10 am and Jewish Quarter and Street Art Walk starting at 1 pm. If you join me on all three tours, you'll have a complete, comprehensive picture of Budapest's sights by the end of the day.
