Budapest: Buda Castle Walk with Saint Stephen's Hall

Highlights

• Wander through narrow corridors and cobbled courtyards at Buda Castle
• Marvel at panoramic views of the city from Várhegy Hill
• Hear fascinating tales about kings and queens, love, passion, war, and more
• Explore the recently restored interior of St. Stephen's Hall with your guide
• Discover an opulent space that showcases Hungarian craftsmanship at its finest

Description

Join a walking tour of the Buda Castle District and uncover 800 years of fascinating history. Hear interesting stories, marvel at breathtaking views, and visit the opulent St. Stephen's Hall, all in the company of a knowledgeable guide.

Head to the meeting point and get ready to discover one of the main symbols of the city of Budapest. Wander through the Castle's outdoor courts, see statues and fountains, and admire panoramic views of the city below.

Listen as your guide takes you on a journey through the past, from the Golden Age to the siege of Budapest during the Second World War. Learn about the communist era that followed and find out how the Palace was restored.

Finally, make your way inside St. Stephen's Hall, the only part of the Palace interior that has been fully and faithfully restored to its former glory after being looted and destroyed during World War II.

End your tour with a deeper appreciation of the importance of Buda Castle and understand why the Buda Castle District has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


In the Buda Castle Palace District, the road section leading from the Corvinus Gate to the Hunyadi Court will be temporarily closed due to construction works.
The Hunyadi Court remains accessible from St George’s Square:
- through the Habsburg Gate and the Terrace of the Fishing Children from the direction of the Savoy Terrace,
- and through the Hauszmann Ramp.
The Information Point in the Hunyadi Court will remain accessible, its opening hours will not change, so the relevant programs of the Buda Castle Walks will continue to start from the Palota Info Palace.
On-site traffic control staff and information boards assist traffic. Before the walks start, our guides will indicate the exact meeting place with a turquoise umbrella bearing the Buda Castle Walks logo.