Budapest Essential: 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour + River Cruise and Walking Tour

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Highlights

  • Learn about Budapest's past and present via audio commentary in 16 languages

  • See top Budapest attractions including Heroes’ Square, Castle Hill, and Széchenyi Baths

  • Marvel at the spectacular city views during an optional Danube River cruise

  • Soak in epic views of the Hungarian Parliament building and Margaret Bridge

Summary

Discover Budapest's awe-inspiring architecture and rich history on a captivating Big Bus tour. Explore iconic sights, delve into the city's fascinating past, and enjoy optional river cruise with unique views.

Tour info

Duration
2 days
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Arabic, German, Greek, English, Spanish, French, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Korean, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Turkish
Meeting Point

Stop 3: József Attila Street (Deák Ferenc square, opposite Visitors' Center at József Attila utca 24)

Stop 9: Heroes' Square (Dózsa György Road 88., in front of Mirage Hotel)

Stop 11: New York Cafe (Erzsébet krt. 9-11, bus stop outside Lidl)

Stop 7: Opera (Andrássy út 25)

Stop 8: Octogon / Liszt Ferenc Square (Andrássy út 45, bus stop Octogon M, no. F01089)

Stop 20: Parliament (Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út 60, bus stop Báthory utca, no. F00941)

Stop 2: Chain Bridge (Széchenyi István tér - bus stop Széchenyi István tér; no. 008218)

Stop 4: Synagogue (Dohány utca)

Stop 5: Astoria (Rákóczi út 4, Astoria M Bus Stop)

Stop 6: Andrássy Avenue (Andrássy út 3, bus stop at Bajcy-Zsilinszky út M ; no. F00944)

Stop 10: Keleti Railway Station (Rákóczi út 90, bus stop at Huszár utca, station no. F01161)

Stop 12: Astoria (Rákóczi út 4, bus stop Astoria M)

Stop 13: Váci Street (Kossuth Lajos utca, Ferenciek tere, bus stop Ferenciek tere, in front of Klotild palota)

Stop 14: Gellért Bath (Budapest, Műegyetem rkp., 1111, opposite side of Hotel Gellért close to riverside)

Stop 15: Castle Garden (Ybl Miklós tér 2-6, Várkert Bazár bus stop)

Stop 16: Castle/Funicular (Clark Ádám Sq., opposite side Of Funicular, Lánchíd street)

Stop 17: Batthyany Square (Batthyany square, bus stop Bem rkp. Night bus station next to tram, no. 067592)

Stop 18: Margaret Bridge (Margaret Bridge, West bank, Buda side, bus stop no. F00190)

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Step aboard the open top double decker Big Bus and embark on an unforgettable journey through Budapest's vibrant cityscape. Marvel at the awe-inspiring architecture as you traverse the streets, immersing yourself in the rich history and daily life of this enchanting city. The bus route is designed to showcase Budapest's iconic historical sights, allowing you to hop off at your leisure and further explore attractions such as Basilica, Chain Bridge, Synagogue, and State Opera House. 

Immerse yourself in Hungarian history as our knowledgeable guides lead you on a fascinating 1-hour walking tour, providing unique insights and tales of the city's past. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the poignant Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial sculpture, admire the grandeur of Parliament, stroll along the vibrant Vaci Fashion Street, and promenade along the picturesque riverbanks. Includes a 60-minute river cruise, where you'll be treated to breathtaking views of Budapest.

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What’s included?

  • Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off throughout ticket validity

  • Pre-recorded audio commentary, available in 16 languages

  • Free Wi-Fi on-board and Headphones provided

  • Guided Walking Tour and River Cruise Included

  • Live Guide on Hop-On Hop-Off

  • Hotel Pickup/Dropoff

  • Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Flexible ticket: we will accept your ticket up to 14 days from the date booked

  • Most of our fleet are wheelchair accessible on lower deck

  • Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators

  • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck

  • Small animals must be carried in an enclosed basket, cage or pet carrier

Before you go

  • Redeem voucher with a Big Bus staff member at any stop

  • Stops directions, Bus live-tracking and more: Download Big Bus App, it's free!

  • Free Headphones Available on Every Bus

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

    Tickets are valid from the first date of redemption.

    Meeting Point: Stop #1 - Basilica (Bus stop in front of St. Stephen's Basilica) or join at any of the stops along the route.

    Download the Big Bus Tours app ahead of your trip to see all stops you can hop on and enjoy the convenience the live bus tracking offers.
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Big Bus Tours is the world’s largest operator of open-top sightseeing tours, inspiring the spirit of adventure in 26 world-famous cities across four continents. Beginning its journey 28 years’ ago, with a fleet of only three buses, Big Bus Tours has swiftly expanded to a global fleet of hundreds of open-top buses, turning 6 million tourists into explorers, every year. Big Bus Tours operates in Prague, Boston, Madrid, Munich, Los Angeles, Singapore, Dublin, London, Dubai, Hong Kong, New York, Las Vegas, Chicago, Abu Dhabi, Budapest, Miami, Muscat, Rome, Paris, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Darwin, Sydney, Vienna, Washington DC and Berlin, with a sightseeing concept designed to provide a flexible approach to city discovery. Each open-top bus tour provides a hop-on, hop-off facility at a
variety of interesting locations, with complimentary additions to enhance the visitor sightseeing experience.

We envision to be the number 1 thing to do in every world-famous city. Our vision is to be the #1 thing to do in every world famous city. In doing so, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality Hop on Hop off service in the industry. Our tours are enriched with state-of-the-art digital audio-guides that are not only informative, but also entertaining for individuals of all ages. Covering all major landmarks and points of interest in each city, our buses offer the flexibility for customers to hop on and off at their convenience throughout the duration of their ticket. We pride ourselves in offering a wide variety of products tailored to meet the needs of every traveller, with many tickets even including additional exciting activities such as boat tours, walking tours, and attraction tickets.

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