Budapest: Secrets of the Old Town of Buda Guided Walk

Highlights

• Discover the hidden gems of the Old Town of Buda on a guided walking tour
• Enjoy a panoramic view of Budapest from the fairytale-like Fisherman's Bastion
• Explore the De la Motte–B.-Palace, a Baroque town palace with a herb loft
• Pass by the iconic Matthias Church, where the last kings of Hungary were crowned
• Learn about the history of the city and its citizens as you walk through the area

Description

Our walk in Buda's Old Town starts from the fairytale-like Fisherman's Bastion, where you can take in the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage panorama of Budapest, while learning about the beginnings of Hungarian history. We pass the iconic Matthias Church, where the last kings of Hungary were crowned. Walking through the narrow streets and medieval houses of the hilltop Castle District, you'll also get a glimpse into the lives of Buda's citizens alongside the kings. You can learn how nobles, soldiers and merchants survived both above and below ground the great disasters (fires, epidemics, sieges) that hit the city. Although the walled city of Buda has safeguarded the secrets of its ancient homes for centuries, the walk culminates in a rare opportunity to step inside a noble town palace (De la Motte–B.-Palace) and marvel at its 250-year-old living spaces decorated with Baroque wall paintings. Every corner of the building will be explored, from the wine cellar, which served as a shelter during World War II, to the herb loft, bringing to life the everyday world of Buda’s former apothecary and his family.

Includes

Guided walking tour in English Fisherman's Bastion (exterior view) Matthias Church (exterior view) Narrow streets and medieval houses of Old Town of Buda Historical insights about Hungarian history Access to the De la Motte–B.-Palace (noble town palace) Living spaces with Baroque wall paintings Wine cellar (used as WWII shelter) Herb loft (related to the apothecary’s life)

Important Information

• this is an English walking tour this is an outdoor and indoor programme the walk is recommended for persons above 12 years of age as the programme starts precisely at the time indicated, we cannot wait for latecomers the walk is held in all weather conditions (even in case of rain) we recommend that you wear comfortable walking shoes as the walk winds along cobbled streets, in dark but illuminated areas of the De la Motte–B.-Palace with steep stairs, narrow corridors, and solid, sometimes wet surfaces, the tour is not suitable for those with mobility challenges the temperature in the cellar is approximately 12°C (54°F) year-round, so we recommend dressing in layers

Easy cancellation

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