Private tour in Budapest Kristóf K

Budapest's 'Champs-Élysées' Tour & Live Accordion Folk Music Performance

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Kristóf K.

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Dear Traveller, My name is Kristóf. I am a licensed Hungarian tour guide whose aim is to give you an unforgettable experience in my beautiful country, Hungary. I graduated from university as an expert in plant protection but after working for some years in my profession I realized that the job in which I am really interested in and which I would like to do the most is guiding tourists. That is why I accomplished a state-recognized tour guide training in 2021 and since then I have guided tourists in my capital with great enthusiasm. I have always been interested in history, art, culture and geography, and in discovering new places thus this job is like a 'dream job' for me. I am very interested in the past of my capital, that is why I read a lot about the history of Budapest and about the secrets its buildings hide always learning something new about this beautiful city. I deliver walking tours: we just walk or we walk and use public transport. But what can I offer you coming here to Budapest? First of all, I will provide you deep insight into the history and culture of Hungary, telling you interesting facts about Hungarian traditions, interesting stories about famous Hungarian historical figures, about the amazing monuments which appear all over the capital, and about the everyday life of the residents living here in Budapest. I will talk about great Hungarian kings and saints and legends related to them, and about leading citizens of the former Hungarian capital to whom we can mainly thank today's cityscape of Budapest. Whether you are interested in a short discovery of Budapest or a whole day exploration of the Hungarian capital, I happily guide you through this marvellous city taking into account all your requests and paying special attention to your comfort. I arrange your tour fully adjusted to your needs in terms of route, the attractions you wish to see, the timing of the tour and anything else which is important for you. Being a passionate lover of Hungarian traditions and culture and previously a member of a folk dance ensemble for a couple of years, I know a huge number of Hungarian folk songs and I also like to sing. That is why on my tours I will sing you some of the greatest Hungarian folk songs, so that you can get a ’taste’ of the Hungarian soul through its beautiful folk songs. I can't wait to meet you here in Budapest! Licensed tour guide in English - Government Office of the Capital City Budapest License for the Esztergom Basilica and Treasury Expert in Plant Protection (MSc) Agricultural Engineer in Environmental Management (BSc) I do not have any restrictions with regards to my guiding, except guiding inside the following monuments: Hungarian Parliament, Hungarian State Opera and Dohány Street Great Synagogue. In the case of the former two buildings they have their own guides and they organize their own tours and for guiding inside the Dohány Street Great Synagogue I would need a license which I have not obtained yet.

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Overview of your Budapest tour

In this 2.5-hour-long walk I give you deep insight into the history of Budapest’s most attracting street, the UNESCO World Heritage site Andrássy Avenue. After taking a look at the amazing St Stephen’s Basilica we discover beautiful aristocracy palaces built in the 19th century, important public institutions – buildings of former and current museums, theatres and universities –, historic apartments with gorgeous facades and a unique café related to the famous coffee house culture of Pest which evolved during the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy’s era. I tell you the story of the construction of this splendid avenue and that of the Millennial Underground with interesting stories about great Hungarians to whom we can thank today’s cityscape. You hear about the life of the Budapest citizens living here in the past two centuries and we also admire the ’musical pearls’ of this great avenue. At the end of the tour I entertain you with a Hungarian folk song and folk dance performance accompanied by live accordion music.

Your Budapest tour itinerary

Starting point: St Stephen's Basilica Outer visit of attractions: - Saxlehner Palace, luxury shops of the world's leading fashion brands, - Hungarian State Opera, Drechsler Palace-former Ballet Institute, Művész Coffee House - Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music, Nagymező Street-Pest's Broadway, Thália and Budapest Operetta Theatres, Statue of Ferenc Liszt, Oktogon Square with Grand Boulevard-buzzling city life, House of Terror, Puppet Theatre - University of Fine Arts, Former Hall of Art, Párisi Grand Department Store, Kodály Circus, Sgraffito House, Zoltán Kodály Memorial Museum, Ferenc Hopp Museum of Asiatic Arts The tour ends at Heroes' Square: Millennium Memorial, Vajdahunyad Castle, City Park Ice Rink and Rowing Lake, Museum of Fine Arts, Hall of Art. The tour can be fully customized according to your needs.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

We walk at a leisurely pace during the tour. If we meet at another meeting point than in front of the main entrance of St Stephen's Basilica we go to the starting point of the tour by public transport.

What's included
Private Guide
Services: Unique Hungarian folk music performance with live accordion music accompaniment
What's not included
Tickets: Entrance fees for the optional inside visits of monuments
Other: Personal expenses
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Budapest, Hungary

Recommended meeting point: in front of the main entrance of St Stephen's Basilica at Szent István tér Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZLTEKiciBmrKKDA87 I can also pick you up at your accommodation, at the Ferenc Liszt International Airport of Budapest, at any pier, railway station or at any other point of Budapest according to your request.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
History
Tour reference number
1417338
Languages
Hungarian
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Budapest best suited for?

This private tour in Budapest is perfect for travellers who want to explore the historical and cultural gems of Andrássy Avenue with a local expert. It's ideal for those interested in architecture, history, and music, as well as anyone looking to enjoy a unique Hungarian folk music performance. The tour is also suitable for families, including kids and seniors, as it is wheelchair accessible and kid-friendly.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Tour date
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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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