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Explore the most famous Hungarian church, Matthias Church, with an official, certified German-speaking tour guide.

Highlights

• Listen to the architectural history of Matthias Church
• Visit the inside of Matthias Church
• Learn the stories and legends of the church
• Enter the honorary box of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Sisi
• Check out the exhibition in the roof truss

Description

The beautiful Matthias Church in the old town of Buda has over 750 years of history behind it: the former small parish church of the Germans living in Buda became a magnificent Gothic cathedral under King Matthias Corvinus, which served as a mosque during the Ottoman period. For several hundred years, it was a simple baroque church, which was transformed into a beautiful neo-Gothic church for Hungary's millennium celebrations. Don't forget: it was also used as a coronation church for the last two Habsburg rulers, Franz Joseph and Karl. During the tour, you'll get a brief overview of the building's history and then see all the important parts of the church from the inside: the main nave, the small side chapels, the tomb of a Hungarian royal couple, the honorary lodge of Emperor Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth, and the exhibition in the roof truss. The tour guide will not only tell you important facts, but also many interesting and curious stories and legends that make the Matthias Church experience even more versatile. Since the guide buys the admission tickets (included in the price) in advance, you won't have to wait in line at the ticket office during this visit. After the tour, you're welcome to stay in St. Matthias Church to see everything again or to take photos/videos.

Includes

Professional German-speaking tour of Matthias Church Entrance to St. Matthias Church Small/medium group of up to 25 people

Important Information

• Since St. Matthias Church is an active Catholic church, you must wear appropriate clothing for admission: your shoulders should be covered and headgear should be removed. Drinking, eating, and smoking are not allowed in the church.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund