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Game of crowns – the Buda side discovery

Game of crowns – the Buda side discovery

75€ / per person
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On this tour we fly back in time on Buda side to explore the secret stories of the cobblestoned Castle District. We delve deeper among the historical walls to discover unseen gems and urban legends of the lovely narrow streets. While we visit the breathtaking sights of the Castle District such as Matthias Church, the fairy tale Fisherman’s Bastion, the Royal Palace and the beautiful Royal Garden, we will focus on the inner treasures, the wonders felt into oblivion and centuries-old secrets.

We exlpore the hidden world under the surface, detect urban legends and mysterious stories of the colourful dwelling houses. We will see how the locals live on that part of the city in beautiful dwelling houses with secret courtyards. We will discover the unseen legends of the local streets spiced with local Hungarian food and pálinka (the spirit of the Hungarians). Come and walk with me along the cobblestoned streets, get lost in the charming Castle District off the beaten tourist track and as a non plus ultra: try real Hungarian food during the tour.

4 hours
English+ Age
Culture walk
Food walk
History walk
  • Destination
    Budapest
  • Departure
    Jászai Mari square (hotel pick up available)
  • Departure Time
    2 PM (flexible starting available)
  • Return Time
    6 PM
  • Dress Code
    according to weather + comfy shoes :)
  • Included
    Coffee break with strudel tasting
    Pálinka tasting (spirit of the Hungarians)
    Public transportation ticket (during the tour)
    Two course dinner at the end of the tour (Goulash soup + traditional dessert)
  • Not Included
    Boat ticket (approx. 40 minutes on boat)
    Coffee break in a local spot
    Entrance ticket to the cupola of the St. Stephen's Basilica
    Entrance ticket to the Matthias Church
    Hungarian sausagues
    Hungarian seasonal specialties, such as traditional "lángos", "kürtős kalács", "szaloncukor", "bejgli" & so much more.
    Lunch: traditional sausages in a local spot
    Mulled (hot) wine
    One drink in a local garden
    Seasonal drink: mulled wine or hot chocolate
    Several traditional tastings: salami, sausage, pogácsa, rétes
    Special Xmas treat, the "kürtős kalács" (chimney cake)
    Strudel tasting & cocoa snail in local places
    Sweetness tastings: Hungarian biscuits, cookies, bonbons, chimney cake, 2 traditional desserts
    Traditional "lángos" (deep fried dough with sour cream and cheese)

From our gallery

Breathtaking view of Parliament building from the Fisherman’s Bastion Budapest
The view from the Castle District, Chain bridge and Pest side
Powerful statue of Eugen Savoy in front of the Royal Palace

Tour Plan

1

Meeting at Jászai Mari square

Jászai Mari square is located on Pest side, walking distance from the Parliament building or easily reachable by tram number 2 or 4/6.
2

Travelling to the Castle District

With the help of public transportation we are heading to the Castle District on a local itinerary, far from the tourists.
3

Discovering the hidden gems of the castle district

Cobblestoned streets, narrow alleyways, medieval atmosphere and romantic houses are waiting for us to explore spiced with the “Spirit of the Hungarians”.
4

Visiting the Matthias Church & Fisherman’s Bastion

A must see part of the district is waiting for us to discover. Urban legends, secret stories, brilliant architecture and wonderful panoramic view.
5

Coffee break with yummy strudels

In a secret street there is an old treasure with mouthwatering freshly baked strudel, a traditional Hungarian sweet.
6

Discovering the Royal Palace & Garden

Through the Raven’s Gate we enter to the Lion’s Garden to see fountains and atlases with the footprint of our royal history.
7

Finishing the tour in a local restaurant

Traditional Hungarian Goulash soup and a special treat, the “Somlói Galuska” is waiting for us to fall in love with.