Discover all the major landmarks and the greatest panoramic views of Budapest on our signature tour!

Enjoy a ride along the spectacular Danube riverbank with the view of the historic Buda Castle and the beautiful bridges. Drive along the World Heritage Andrassy avenue - often referred to as Budapest’s Champs Elysee -, view the Opera House and the beautiful 19th-century palaces. Visit Heroes' square – the largest square of Budapest - and the Millennium Monument commemorating the 1000th year anniversary of the arrival of the Magyar tribes. Enjoy a short tour in the neighboring City Park, home of the Zoo, Szechenyi Thermal Bath and Vajdahunyad Castle. Drive back to the city center, stop at the imposing Saint Stephen’s Basilica and the magnificent Parliament building, the two tallest and largest buildings of Budapest. If you are lucky you may even see the changing of the guards here. Cross Chain bridge over to Buda, and start exploring the historic Buda Castle. During the tour along the cobblestone streets, stop at the iconic Matthias church and the Fisherman’s Bastion, and enjoy the spectacular views. Make an additional stop at the Royal Palace - and view the changing of the guards at the nearby Presidential Palace. At last, drive to the top of Gellert Hill, to see the Citadel and  Liberty Statue and to admire the breathtaking panoramic view of Budapest.

Tour stops

• Heroes' Square and the Millennium Monument
• Szechenyi Thermal Bath
• Vajdahunyad Castle
• Opera House
• St Stephen's Basilica
• Hungarian Parliament building
• Matthias Church & Fisherman's Bastion
• Church of St. Mary Magdalene
• The Royal Palace
• Gellert Thermal Bath
• Gellert Hill - Citadel & Liberty Statue

Tour Specs

Approximate duration with stops: 4 hours
Driving distance: 25 km

Tips

• St Stephens Basilica
  Take a look inside St. Stephens Basilica and visit it's 60 m high dome with a spectacular view of Budapest.
• Parliament
  Take a guided tour inside the Hungarian Parliament Building, and visit the 1000-year-old Hungarian crown. You can book the tours online on http://ww.jegymester.hu
• Visit the caves beneath the Buda Castle
  Take a guided tour at The hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker museum or go for a vampire hunt in Buda Castle Labyrinth.
• View the Changing of the Guards at the Presidential Palace
  The Presidential Palace is located right next to upper station of the Funicular near the Royal Palace, where regular changing of the guards are held daily every hour on the hour from 10 am till 5 pm. On Saturday and Sunday at 12 am there is an extended show when the guards execute also precision drills with their rifles.
• Take a look inside Budapest Great Market Hall and taste Hungarian delicatessen

Discover the greatest panoramic views of Budapest and explore Margaret Island!

Enjoy a scenic ride along the spectacular Danube riverbanks and bridges with stunning views of nearly all the famous landmarks of Budapest. Visit the gardens in the Neo-Renaissance Castle Garden Bazaar with a beautiful view of Budapest Riverfront. Stop at the Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial, located on the Pest riverbank near the Parliament building.Learn about the hungarian Jewish history and enjoy the beautiful Danube panorama. Explore Margaret Island -the green oasis of Budapest featuring flower gardens, waterfall, musical fountains, wildlife, historic ruins. Explore the historic Buda Castle. Take a tour along the cobblestone streets, view the iconic Matthias church, and enjoy the spectacular views from the Fisherman’s Bastion. Stop at the Royal Palace and view the changing of the guards in front of the Presidential Palace. At last drive to the top of Gellert Hill, for a final stop to view the Citadel, the Liberty Statue and admire the breathtaking panoramic view of Budapest.

Tour stops

• Castle Garden Bazaar
• Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial
• Margaret Island
• Margaret Bridge
• Buda Riverbank Panoramic view
• Buda Castle Funicular-Chain Bridge
• Matthias Church & the Fisherman Bastion
• Church of St Mary Magdalene
• The Royal Palace
• Gellert Bath
• Gellert Hill-Citadel and the Liberty statue

Tour Specs

Approximate duration with stops: 4 hours
Driving distance: 28 km

Tips

• Castle Garden Bazaar
  Free entrance to the garden with a beautiful view of Budapest riverfont
• Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial
  The memorial is located on the edge of the riverbank and it is only accessable by foot. Parking is available 100-200 mts from the memorial across the road.ou can also take a short walk to the Parliament Building
• Margaret Island
  The island is a car free zone. You can park your scooter in the public parking and discover the island on foot or alternatively you can rent a bicycle or electric car near the parking. The Grand Musical Fountain is located on the other side of the island near Margaret bridge. The 10 minute shows start every hour on the hour from 11 am to 10 pm (April-October). The last show at 9 pm is a 55 min show with spectacular lights.
• Changing of the Guards at the Presidential Palace
  The Presidential Palace is located right next to upper station of the Funicular near the Royal Palace, where regular changing of the guards are held daily every hour on the hour from 10 am till 5 pm. On Saturday and Sunday at 12 am there is an extended show when the guards execute also precision drills with their rifles.

Discover the spectacular Danube riverbanks and bridges and enjoy the Grand Musical Fountain show on Margaret Island

Enjoy a scenic ride along the spectacular Danube riverbanks and bridges with stunning views of nearly all the famous landmarks of Budapest. Visit the gardens in the Neo-Renaissance Castle Garden Bazaar with a beautiful view of Budapest Riverfront. Stop at the Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial, located on the Pest riverbank near the Parliament building.Learn about the hungarian Jewish history and enjoy the beautiful Danube panorama. Stop at Margaret bridge and walk to Margaret Island to view the Grand Musical Fountain show. Make a final stop on the Buda Riverbank with a stunning view of the Hungarian Parliament Building.

Tour stops

• Castle Garden Bazaar
• Shoes on the Danube Memorial &Hungarian Parliament building
• Margaret Bridge ( dedicated stop for the Grand Musical Fountain on Margaret Island)
• Buda riverbank panoramic view

Tour Specs

Approximate duration with stops :1 hour
Driving distance: 10 km

Tips

• Castle Garden Bazaar
  Free entrance to the gardens with a beautiful view of the Budapest Riverfront.
• Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial.
  The memorial is located on the edge of the riverbank and it is only accessable by foot. Parking is available 100-200 m from the memorial accross the road. You can also take a short walk to the Parliament Building
• The Grand Musical Fountain show on Margaret Island.
  Stop at Margaret bridge (on the Pest side before you cross the bridge) and walk 10 min to the Grand Musical Fountain located on Margaret Island close to Margaret Bridge. The shows start every hour on the hour from 11 am to 10 pm. The last show at 9 pm is the most spectacular 55 min show with lights

Explore the two famous Buda hills, the romantic Buda Castle and Gellert Hill with their historic monuments and stunning views.

Visit the gardens in the Neo-Renaissance Castle Garden Bazaar with a beautiful view of Budapest Riverfront. Explore the historic Buda Castle. Take a tour along the cobblestone streets, view the iconic Matthias church and enjoy the spectacular panorama from the Fisherman’s Bastion. Stop at the Royal Palace - and view the changing of the guards in front of the Presidential Palace. At last, drive to the top of Gellert Hill, view the Citadel and the Liberty Statue and to admire the breathtaking panoramic view of Budapest.

Tour highlights

• Castle Garden Bazaar
• Buda Castle Funicular-Chain Bridge
• Matthias Church and the Fisherman Bastion
• Church of St Mary Magdalene
• The Royal Palace
• Gellert Thermal Bath
• Gellert Hill -the Citadel and the Liberty statue

Tour Specs

Approximate duration with stops : 2 hours
Driving distance: 14 km

Tips

• Castle Garden Bazaar
  Free entrance to the gardens with a beautiful view of the Budapest Riverfront
• Visit the caves beneath the Buda Castle
  Take a guided tour at The hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker museum or go for a vampire hunt in Buda Castle Labyrinth.
• View the Changing of the Guards at the Presidential Palace
  The Presidential Palace is located right next to upper station of the Funicular near the Royal Palace, where regular changing of the guards are held daily every hour on the hour from 10 am till 5 pm. On Saturday and Sunday at 12 am there is an extended show when the guards execute also precision drills with their rifles.

Take a look inside the historic Jewish quarter and view the Dohany street Synagogue the largest one in Europe. Visit Heroes' square – the largest square of Budapest - and the Millennium Monument commemorating the 1000th year anniversary of the arrival of the Magyar tribes. Enjoy a short tour in the neighboring City Park, home of the Zoo, Szechenyi Thermal Bath and Vajdahunyad Castle. Drive along the World Heritage Andrassy avenue - often referred to as Budapest’s Champs Elysee -, view the Opera House and the beautiful 19th-century palaces. Stop at the imposing Saint Stephen’s Basilica and the magnificent Parliament building, the two tallest and largest buildings of Budapest. If you are lucky you may even see the changing of the guards here. You may also visit the Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial located just 5 min walk from the Hungarian Parliament Building.

Tour stops

• The Dohany street Syanagoge
• Heroes Square and the Millenial Monument
• Szechenyi Thermal Bath
• Vajdahunyad Castle
• Opera House
• Saint Stephen’s Basilica
• Hungarian Parliament Building

Tour Specs

Approximate duration with stops : 2 hours
Driving distance: 15 km

Tips

• The Dohany street Synagogue
  Visit Dohany street Synagogue on a guided tour. Ticket information: http://www.jewishtourhungary.com
• St Stephen's Basilica
  Take a look inside St. Stephens Basilica and visit it's 60 m high dome with a spectacular view of Budapest.
• Parliament
  Take a guided tour inside the Parliament building and view the 1000 year old Hungarian crown. You can book the tours online on http://www.jegymester.hu

Leave the hustle and bustle of the city and discover Budapest the natural wonders hidden in the Buda Hills and it's caves.

Enjoy a ride on the winding roads of the Buda Hills to Zugliget - a fascinating neighborhood of the city famous for beautiful villas. Take a spectacular journey to Janos hill on the chairlift, visit Elisabeth lookout tower located on the peak 529 m high above the city and enjoy a breathtaking view of Budapest. In clear weather, you can even see the Tatra mountains in Slovakia! Return to the valley with the chairlift and drive to Harmashatar hill for another stunning view of the city. Take a guided tour in Palvölgyi Cave remarkable for its beautiful stalactite formations. Drive back to the city and enjoy a scenic ride along the spectacular Danube riverbank, with the views of the Parliament and nearly all famous landmarks of Budapest.

Tour stops

• Hungarian Government Residence
• Zugliget Chairlift lower station (trip to Janos hill)
• Harmashatar hill-Karoly Gückler lookout
• Palvölgyi Cave
• Buda Riverbank Panoramic view

Tour specs

Driving distance: 35 km
Approxiamte duration with stops: 6 hrs

Tips

Zugliget Chairlift
The nearly 1-km-long, cable-suspended conveyance taking riders up the side of János Hill in about 15 minutes. Near the upper station stands the Erzsébet Lookout Tower, providing an amazing view of Budapest. Open every day except on Mondays of every even numbered weeks. MAR/OCT 10.00-17.00 APR/SEP 10.00-18.00 MAY-AUG: 10.00-19.00

Pálvölgyi Cave tour
The cave is noted for its spectacular stalactites and rock formations. The tour last 45 minutes and it is 500 m long taking you through narrow passages and up several hundred steps. The temperature is a constant 11°C so wear a jacket or jumper. Closed on Monday. Open TUE-SUN 10.00 am to 4.00 pm. Tours start every hour and 15 min. The first tour is at 10.15 , the last one at 16.15.

Discover Szentendre a picturesque tiny baroque town remarkable for its colorful old houses, churches, museums, art galleries. Stroll around the tiny main square flanked by dozens of cafes, restaurants, and souvenir shops. Take a look at Obuda (Old Buda) - the smallest brother of Buda and Pest -a fascinating neighborhood of the city with its ancient ruins of Aquincum the capital in the Roman times, historical turn of the century factory buildings, charming garden city houses and modern high rise housing blocks. Obuda is also home to the Sziget Festival, one of the largest music events of Europe and the popular Romai beach, the ever summer favorite of the locals with simple and cheap restaurants, cafes and bars.

Tour stops

• Graphisoft Park
• Romai beach
• Szentendre Danube Promenade
• Buda riverbank panoramic view

Tour specs
Tour distance: 50 km
Approximate duration with stops: 4 hours

Tips

• Visit Szentendre Retro Museum an amazing private collection of cars, motorcycles, household appliances, toys, furniture used in the 70' and 80' in the Eastern Bloc.
• Try "langos" (fried bread) the favorite meal of the locals. The shop is located in a narrow alley leading up to the hill from the main square.
• Take a stroll on Romai beach and try Hake fish (Hekk), or sausage in one of the cheap restaurants.

Discover Szentendre – the jewelry box of the Danube Bend - a picturesque tiny baroque town with a Mediterranean atmosphere. Visit Szentendre Skanzen Folk Village the largest open-air museum of Hungary showcasing the rural life with original thatched roof houses, windmill, animal farm and much more. Take a look inside Obuda (Old Buda) a fascinating neighborhood of the city with its ancient ruins of Aquincum the capital in the Roman times, historical turn of the century factory buildings, charming garden city houses.Obuda is also home to the Sziget Festival, one of the largest music events of Europe and the popular Romai beach, the ever summer favorite of the locals with simple and cheap restaurants, cafes and bars.

Tour stops

• Graphisoft park
• Romai beach
• Szentendre Danube Promenade
• Szentendre Skanzen Open Air Folk Village
• Buda riverbank panoramic view

Tour specs
Tour distance: 60 km
Approximate duration with stops: 5-6 hours

Tips

• Visit Szentendre Retro Museum an amazing private collection of cars, motorcycles, household appliances, toys, furniture used in the 70' and 80' in the Eastern Bloc.
• Try "langos" (fried bread) the favorite meal of the locals. The shop is located in a narrow alley leading up to the hill from the main square.
• Take a stroll on Romai beach and try Hake fish or sausage in one of the cheap restaurants.

Discover Szentendre a picturesque tiny baroque town remarkable for its colorful old houses, churches, museums, art galleries. Stroll around the tiny main square flanked by dozens of cafes, restaurants, and souvenir shops. Take a look at Obuda (Old Buda) - the smallest brother of Buda and Pest -a fascinating neighborhood of the city with its ancient ruins of Aquincum the capital in the Roman times, historical turn of the century factory buildings, charming garden city houses and modern high rise housing blocks. Obuda is also home to the Sziget Festival, one of the largest music events of Europe and the popular Romai beach, the ever summer favorite of the locals with simple and cheap restaurants, cafes and bars. Enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere of the white sand Lupa beach Budapest’s newest summer attraction! This beach has a real Caribbean feeling with its white sand, palm trees, bars, restaurants, and the fun is granted thanks to the wide range of land and watersport facilities.

Tour stops

• Graphisoft park
• Romai beach
• Szentendre Danube promenade
• Lupa beach
• Buda riverbank panoramic view

Tour specs
Tour distance: 55 km
Approximate duration with stops: 6-8 hours

Tips

• Lupa Beach is opened from May to mid-September. Buy your ticket to Premium beach, where you can find a dozen of restaurants and bars, and also watersport facilities, sunbeds, and umbrellas are available for rent.
• Visit Szentendre Retro Museum an amazing private collection of cars, motorcycles, household appliances, toys, furniture used in the 70' and 80' in the Eastern Bloc.
• Try "langos" (fried bread) the favorite meal of the locals. The shop is located in a narrow alley leading up to the hill from the main square.
• Take a stroll on Romai beach, try Hake fish (Hekk) or sausage in one of the cheap restaurants

Visit Visegrad and Szentendre the two pearls of the Danube Bend. Take a scenic ride through the beautiful Duna-Ipoly National park on the way to Visegrad the capitol of Danube Bend located just 40 km from Budapest. Visit Visegrad High Castle, the former residence of the Hungarian kings located on the hilltop, and enjoy the stunning view of the Danube Bend. Discover Szentendre – a picturesque tiny baroque town with a Mediterranian atmosphere remarkable for its colorful old houses, churches, museums, art galleries and dozens of cafes, restaurants, and souvenir shops.

Tour stops

• Szentendre Skanzen Folk Village
• Visegrad High Castle
• Szentendre Danube promenade
• Buda riverbank panoramic view

Tour specs

Tour distance: 100 km
Approximate duration with stops: 8 hours

Tips

• Visit Szentendre Skanzen Open Air Folk Village (closed on Monday) the largest open-air museum of Hungary showcasing rural life with original thatched roof houses, windmill, animal farm and much more.
• Have lunch at Silvanus hotel panoramic restaurant with a stunning view of the Danube Bend. The restaurant is located 5 min drive from the High Castle.
• Visit Szentendre Retro Museum an amazing private collection of cars, motorcycles, household appliances, toys, furniture used in the 70' and 80' in the Eastern Bloc.
• Try "langos" (fried bread) the favorite meal of the locals. The shop is located in Szentendre in a narrow alley leading up to the hill from the main square. 

Visit Visegrad and Szentendre the two pearls of the Danube Bend and enjoy a piece of the Caribbean on the white sand Lupa beach the newest summer attraction near Budapest. Take a scenic ride through the beautiful Duna-Ipoly National Park on the way to Visegrad, the capitol of Danube Bend, located just 40 km from Budapest. Visit Visegrad High Castle, the former residence of the Hungarian kings located on the hilltop, and enjoy the stunning view of the Danube Bend. Discover Szentendre – a picturesque tiny baroque town with a Mediterranian atmosphere remarkable for its colorful old houses, churches, museums, art galleries and dozens of cafes, restaurants, and souvenir shops. Enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere of the white sand Lupa beach Budapest’s newest summer attraction! This beach has a real Caribbean feeling with its white sand, palm trees, bars, restaurants, and the fun is granted thanks to the wide range of land and watersport facilities.

Tour stops

• Szentendre Skanzen Folk Village
• Visegrad High Castle
• Szentendre Danube promenade
• Lupa beach
• Buda riverbank panoramic view

Tour specs

Tour distance: 100 km
Approximate duration with stops: 8 hours

Tips

• Visit Szentendre Skanzen Open Air Folk Village (closed on Monday) the largest open-air museum of Hungary showcasing rural life with original thatched roof houses, windmill, animal farm and much more.
• Visit Szentendre Retro Museum an amazing private collection of cars, motorcycles, household appliances, toys, furniture used in the 70' and 80' in the Eastern Bloc.
• Try "langos" (fried bread) the favorite meal of the locals. The shop is located in Szentendre, in a narrow alley leading up to the hill from the main square.

Drive to Etyek, the center of the Buda-Etyek wine region located 30 km from Budapest. On the way to Etyek have a look at the "Habsburg Castle" in Sóskút, the residence of the Habsburg Royal family, which had ruled Hungary for 300 years. Visit the historic Circle Cellar uniquely carved in the limestone, then drive to Korda Film Studios located at the village hilltop and enjoy the beautiful view of the countryside with vineyards and press houses. You can taste a few local wines accompanied with delicious homemade snacks (pogácsa (scone) sausage, ham, cheese, etc) in Etyek family-run wineries. Drive to the village Zsámbék, and visit its famous medieval Ruin Church where you can also enjoy the panoramic view of the Zsambek basin. On the way back to Budapest enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the countryside and the tiny villages flanked by the Buda Hills.

Tour stops

• Habsburg Castle in Sóskút
• Etyek Circle Cellars
• Korda Film Studios
• Abacus hotel Herceghalom
• Zsambek Ruin Church

Tour specs

Tour distance: 100 km
Approximate duration with stops : 8 hours

Tips

Visit the multi-million dollar state of the art Korda Film Studios considered as Hungarian Hollywood. The 2-hour guided backstage tour including a lot of interactive shows lets you know about the history of motion pictures, the secrets of filmmaking tricks and you can also visit the outdoor backlot sets like the streets of New York with the Brooklyn Bridge, the Colosseum and the St Peter's Cathedral in Rome and more. Open WE-SUN 2 Hour backstage tour HUF 3500/ EUR 11. The tours operate only with min. 15 participants and subject to advance reservation.

Visit the largest baroque palace of Hungary just a thrown stone away from Budapest!
Visit Godollo Royal Palace located in the small town Godollo 30 km from Budapest. The 250 years old palace is the largest baroque palace of Hungary that was presented as coronation gift to Emperor Franz Joseph I and Queen Elisabeth for use as a residence. The palace is often called Sissi Palace being Queen Elizabeth's (Sissi) favourite place in Hungary who frequently stayed here.

Tour stops

Godollo Royal Palace

Tour specs

Tour distance: 60 km
Approximate duration: 4 hours

Tips

• The staterooms in Gödöllő Royal palace can be visited with an audio guide available in major languages. You can visit the park free of charge, and there is a nice coffe shop as well.
• Lazar Horse Ranch located only 5 km away from Godollo organizes daily horse shows in the summer season
• Hungaroring the Formula 1 race circuit of Budapest is located in Mogyorod a few kilometers from Gödöllő. Although you can't visit the track, you can drive go-karts on a go-kart track located inside the circuit.
• Aquarena is located in Mogyoród, near the Hungaroring F1 race circuit. With its space of 11,5 hectares is the largest outdoor water theme park in Central-Europe There are 26 water slides with a total length of about 1 mile and 9 pools. There is a pizza restaurant called Pizzarena and other restaurants too.
  
   

Visit the largest baroque palace of Hungary, and have fun in AquaWorld Central Europe’s largest indoor water park

Visit Godollo Royal Palace located in the small town Godollo 30 km from Budapest. The 250 years old palace is the largest baroque palace of Hungary that was presented as coronation gift to Emperor Franz Joseph I and Queen Elisabeth for use as a residence. The palace is often called Sissi Palace being Queen Elizabeth's (Sissi) favorite place in Hungary who frequently stayed here. Drive to AquaWorld located on the outskirts of Budapest and have fun in one of Europe's largest indoor waterpark featuring 11 thrilling waterslides, indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpool and sauna world. The bravest can take a breathtaking ride from as high as 17 m or on the 180 m mountain river flanked with steep rocks. On the way back drive along the Danube riverbanks and you will enjoy the spectacular view of Budapest.

Tour stops

• Godollo Royal Palace
• Fót Catholic Church
• Aquaworld water theme park
• Rakpart Chill beach

Tour specs
Tour distance: 80 km
Approximate duraton with stops: 8 hours

Tips

The staterooms in Gödöllő Royal palace can be visited with an audio guide available in major languages. You can visit the park  free of charge, and there is a nice coffe shop as well.

Discover a small lake with great countryside, castles & beach! Take a panoramic tour around the second largest lake in Hungary, visit two beautiful castles and relax on the beach.

Drive to Lake Velencei the second largest lake in Hungary located near Szekesfehervar 60 km from Budapest. Stop in Martonvasar and take a leisurely walk in the beautiful park of Brunszvik Castle where Beethoven composed Appassionata. Enjoy the natural beauty of the countryside featuring reed, birds, horses, thatched-roof cottages on a panoramic tour around the lake. Visit the unique 100 years old Bory Castle -the largest building of the world built by a single man. View the giant statue of Hussar Miska in the village Pakozd and enjoy the stunning view of the lake from Bence hill lookout. After the tour, enjoy Velence Korzo sandy beach before driving back to Budapest.

Tour stops

• Brunszvik Castle
• Bory Castle
• The giant statue of Hussar Miska
• Bence Hill lookout
• Velence Korzo sandy beach

Tour specs

Tour distance: 140 km
Recommended duration with stops: 8-9 hours

Tips

• Try the Hungarian fish soup (halászlé) and Turós csusza ( pasta with cottage cheese) in Szúnyogsziget Halászcsárda a typical thatched roof tavern located on the lakeside.