Explore Budapest’s vibrant history and savor unique Hungarian wines on a guided downtown walk. Taste local varieties and discover hidden gems.
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Budapest Parliament - Begin at the grand Parliament building in Kossuth Square, the most expensive structure ever built in Hungary, symbolizing Budapest’s economic and cultural rise. Discover the significant events of Hungary’s 1956 Uprising and revolution, the first major and unyielding anti-communist movement after WWII.
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Szabadsag ter - Wander through Liberty Square (Szabadság tér), Pest’s most charming public space, home to the impressive Stock Exchange Palace and other classic buildings. Admire the remarkable structures that have seen better days, including the Hungarian National Bank and the American Embassy, along with other Art Nouveau style facades in Budapest, like the Postal Savings Bank. Observe the last remaining Soviet monument and the monument of the German occupation.
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St. Stephen’s Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika) - Visit the square of the largest Catholic church and learn about its completion. Discover King Saint Stephen, the founder of the state and church in Hungary, and other famous Hungarian figures.
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Vorosmarty Square (Vorosmarty ter) - Explore Vörösmarty tér with its iconic landmarks like the Gerbaud café and learn about traditional Hungarian cakes from the imperial era of Budapest.
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Danube Promenade - Walk along the Danube promenade and view Gellért Hill and the Buda Castle while learning about the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Klotild Palaces - Appreciate the extraordinary architectural beauty of the Klotild Palaces and Párisi Udvar from various perspectives and learn about their history.
In this neighborhood, we will enter our wine shop.
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Private transportation
Discover Pest, the vibrant, bustling city, financial and cultural center of the Hungarian nation. Established in the late 19th century it gained new prominence as the second capital of the newly-created Austro-Hungarian Empire. Signs of that momentous 19th-century rise are everywhere to be found on this Budapest walking tour.
Get introduced to a wide range of local grape varieties, such as Bikavér, Kadarka , Olaszrizling and Furmint which are major players in Hungarian wine. We also focus on featuring lesser-known varieties and wines from small, family-run wineries that you won’t find in larger chain stores or supermarkets.
-4 glasses of wine (50 ml each glass) -Led by a sommelier
-Tasting Notes -Duration: 1 hour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
