Sightseeing tours in and around Budapest
Budapest travel guide for sightseeing tours and adventure tours in Budapest and Hungary. Tours with guaranteed departures, private tours with online booking. All main Budapest tourist attractions.
Budapest is a uniquely beautiful European capital, and visitors are offered various guided sightseeing tour options, both by bus and Danube sightseeing boats.
Discover Hungary by one of our unique Hungary tours. Spend one or more unforgettable days in the romantic Hungarian Plain, in one of the cultural or history site of Hungary, in the beautiful natural areas of Hungary. Discover Hungary's travel attractions: Puszta, Lake Balaton, Danube Bend.
All the the below services and tours are guaranteed by one of the longest established Hungarian travel agency, CityRama.
General information about these tours
City tours in Budapest
City Tour
Location: Budapest
We start the tour from the Chain Bridge, pass by the Parliament and take the Margaret Bridge to drive over to the Buda side. We stop in the Castle District and during a short walk we show you the main attractions of the area. We walk to Matthias Church and to the Fishermen's Bastion (from where you can enjoy the beautiful panorama).
Next, we drive to the Gellért Hill (Citadel) and show you the most spectacular view of Budapest. We then take you over the Elisabeth Bridge to Pest and show you the famous Central Market Hall and the largest Synagogue of Europe, after which we drive to the City Park. We pass by Europe's largest thermal spa, the Budapest Zoo and the Amusement Park, then stop at the Heroes' Square (with statues of the most famous Hungarian kings and dukes).
We then take the Andrássy Avenue to downtown Pest, pass by the Opera House and the St Stephen's Basilica. During the tour we offer a brief overview of the last 1000 years of Hungarian history. The Tour ends in the city-centre.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 3.0 hours
Schedule: Daily 10.00 a.m. / 14.30
Price: 25 Euro (12 Euro for chidren)
Grand City Tour
Location: Budapest
We start the tour from the Chain Bridge. First, we take the Margaret Bridge and drive over to Buda. We stop in the Castle District and during a short walk we show you the main attractions of the area. We walk to Matthias Church and to the Fishermen's Bastion (from where you can enjoy the beautiful panorama).
Next, we drive to the Gellért Hill (Citadel) and show you the most spectacular view of Budapest. We then take you across the Elisabeth Bridge to Pest and show you the famous Central Market Hall, followed by the largest Synagogue of Europe and the City Park. We pass by Europe's largest thermal spa, the Budapest Zoo and the Amusement Park, after which stop at the Heroes' Square (with statues of the most famous Hungarian kings and dukes).
We then take the Andrássy Avenue to downtown Pest, pass by the Opera House and the St Stephen's Basilica. We then get off the bus again and take an interior visit of the impressive neo-gothic House of Parliament (guided tour incl.).
During the tour we offer a brief overview of the last 1000 years of Hungarian history.
The Tour ends in the city-centre.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 4.5 hours
Schedule: Daily (Except Monday): 10.00 a.m.
Price: 36 Euro (18 Euro for chidren)
Budapest by Night
Location: Budapest
Visit the illuminated "Paris of the East" and spend an enjoyable evening in a traditional restaurant in the hills of Buda! We serve you a traditional Hungarian three-course menu accompanied with wine.
During the dinner you can enjoy a colourful Folklore Show Programme with dancers - dressed in folk costumes - and Gipsy Music.
Next we drive around the illuminated city and stop on top of the Gellért Hill (Citadel), the most spectacular viewpoint of Budapest.
The tour ends at your hotel or at Monte Carlo Budapest. (voucher for free admission incl.).
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 4.0 hours
Schedule: April-October: Tue., Thur., Fri., Sat. 19.00
November - March (excl. January): Fri., Sat. 19.00
Price: 65 Euro (32 Euro for chidren)
Jewish Budapest
Location: Budapest
During this sightseeing tour we show you the most important Jewish Monuments of the Hungarian Capital and the world's second largest Synagogue. We walk through the former Jewish ghetto and visit the Dohány Street Synagogue with the Jewish Museum (interior visits).
Next we show you the famous Tree of Life, Temple of Heroes and the Cemetery in the Jewish Garden.
After the short walk you have the possibility to enjoy coffee and cake at a local pastry shop.
The tour ends in the Jewish Quarter.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 3.0 hours
Schedule: Sunday (excl. Dec.) 10.00 a.m.
There are no tours during holidays and on special occasions.
Price: 24 Euro (12 Euro for chidren)
Panorama & Boat Ride
Location: Budapest
We drive to the Castle Hill and discover the area of the Royal Palace. We show you the main attractions of the district: Castle Theatre, Palace of the Hungarian President, buildings of the National Library and the National Gallery. During the walking tour you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Budapest.
A ride on the Castle Hill Funicular (opened in 1870) takes us to Adam Clark square, from where we walk over to the Pest side by taking the oldest suspension bridge of continental Europe, the Chain Bridge. After this spectacular walk we take a Boat Ride on the Danube (Duration 1 hour / soft drink incl.).
The tour ends at the pier / city centre.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 3.0 hours
Schedule: April-October: Wed., Thur., Fri., Sat. 14.30
Price: 32 Euro (17 Euro for chidren)
Boat Ride with Dinner & Live Music
Location: Budapest
Budapest has many faces. This vibrant city calms down a little bit at nights, lights are lit up, and a new city comes out from the twilight. We created this program for those, who would like to enjoy the wonderful view of the city swimming in lights in a romantic candlelight atmosphere, and have a romantic dinner what is prepared by Hungary's only one Gault Millau rated chef, Klöter Gregor-Grex, on a boat with live music.
We will take you on a 1,5-hour-long cruise on one of our air-conditioned ships.
After dinner you can also admire the panorama from the open upper deck of the ship.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Schedule: April-October: daily 18:45(except 20th August)
November-March: Friday, Saturday 18:45 (except 24th and 31st December)
Price: 56 Euro (0 Euro for chidren)
Tours in Hungary
Sisi Tour
Location: Gödöllö
Visit the second largest Baroque Palace of the world in Gödöllö! After only a 30-minute drive from Budapest we arrive to the former summer residence of Queen Elisabeth (Sisi) and Francis Joseph (Habsburg Emperor & Hungarian King 1867-1916).
This interior visit of the Museum and the tour through the garden of the Chateau, gives you a glimpse of times under the Austro-Hungarian Empire. You will become acquainted with the secrets of the private life, the hidden doors, rooms and lovers of the royal couple.
Opportunity for coffee break (optional, not incl.).
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 3.0 hours
Schedule: April-October: Monday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m.
November - March (excl. January): Thur., Sat. 10.00 a.m.
Price: 38 Euro (19 Euro for chidren)
Szentendre Nostalgia
Location: Szentendre
We take you to the picturesque Artist's Village, called Szentendre. We wander around the baroque settlement, built on medieval ruins and walk along the narrrow streets. We invite you for a Lángos (fried Hungarian flat bread)*.
Then you will have the opportunity to go shopping or to visit the Margit Kovács Ceramic Museum or the Confectionery Museum (marzipan figures).
During the summer (between 1st of May and 30th of September) we return to Budapest on the Danube by boat. The tour ends in the city centre.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 4.5 hours
Schedule: April-October: daily (except Mon. and Wed.) 14.00
November-March: Tue., Fri., Sun. 10.00 a.m.
Boat trip 01.05- 30.09 In case of low water and during winter time we return to Budapest by bus
Price: 40 Euro (0 Euro for chidren)
Danube Bend Tour
Location: Esztergom, Visegrád, Szentendre
The Danube Bend - an excursion into Hungary's history. This is an unforgettable tour along the "Blue Danube" with stops in Visegrád, Esztergom and Szentendre.
Visegrád: we walk on the 750 year-old stones of the formal Royal Residence (entrance fee included), learn about life in the middle ages and enjoy the fascinating panorama on the Danube valley.
Esztergom: the Northern gate of Budapest - the centre of the Catholic Church. We visit the largest cathedral of Hungary (also burial place of famous cardinals of Hungary, like Primate József Mindszenty). Afterwards, we glance across the river and enjoy the view over to Slovakia.
Szentendre: On the way back we stop in the artist's village of Szentendre. It is a small baroque city at the gate of the Danube Bend, at the meeting place of the river Danube and the Pilis mountains, in a beautiful natural environment.
We walk around the baroque settlement, built on medieval ruins and go up the narrow streets to the panorama point to see the Danube. We then simply enjoy the special atmosphere of this village. You can also take the opportunity to visit the museums (for example the world-famous Margit Kovács Ceramic Museum, the Confectionery Museum-with buildings and people made of marzipan), or you can choose to visit the shops of the village.
During the summer (between the 1st of May and the 30th of September) we return to Budapest on the Danube by boat.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
The tour ends at the pier / city centre. During the tour we stop for lunch (optional, not incl.).
Duration: 8.5 hours
Schedule: April-October: daily (except Mon.,Tue.) 10.00 a.m.
November-March: Sat. 09.00 a.m.
Boat trip 1 May-30 September. In case of low water and during winter time we return to Budapest by bus.
Price: 56 Euro (28 Euro for chidren)
Puszta Tour
Location: Kecskemét
Spend an unforgettable day in the Puszta! At an hour's drive from Budapest, we stop in the baroque city of Kecskemét. We walk around the beautiful downtown and visit the most important squares and buildings, like the Main Square with the famous City Hall, the Theatre and the churches (guided walk).
From Kecskemét, we drive to a traditional Hungarian farm. After receiving the greetings of the horse(-herds)men, you can taste the famous Hungarian welcome drink, "Barack Pálinka" (Apricot Schnapps) and the "Pogácsa" (salty scone).
Horsemen will then take you around and through the Puszta by horse-carriage. The program continues with a traditional horse show, which includes several breathtaking field performances. You are then invited for a three-course lunch including the famous Hungarian goulash soup, accompanied by Hungarian gipsy music.
The programme offers the possibility to ride the horses.
The tour ends in the city centre.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 8.0 hours
Schedule: April-October: Mon., Thur., Sat. 09.00 a.m.
Price: 70 Euro (36 Euro for chidren)
Lake Balaton & Herend
Location: Balatonüred, Herend
We take you to Herend first, to the world's largest Porcelain Manufactory (founded 1826). Following a guided tour through the rooms we invite you for a coffee (possibility for shopping).
Next, we drive to Lake Balaton (the largest fresh-water lake of Central Europe) and visit the abbey (founded 1055) on the Tihany Peninsula. Following a 3-course lunch in a "csárda" restaurant, we go to Balatonfüred (with the oldest spa in Hungary) and walk along the famous promenade.
Finally, we return to Budapest, the tour ends in the city centre.
The price includes free pick-up service 30 minutes before the tour starts.
Duration: 10.0 hours
Schedule: April-October: Friday 09.00
Price: 70 Euro (36 Euro for chidren)
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6-13 August
Sziget is not only a festival, but a week-long chance to camp out in the temporarily built festival city on a gorgeous island which provides - besides basic facilities - posting and banking services, restaurants, pubs, two open-air movies theaters, cyber-places, and dance clubs.
