Private Tour

A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Budapest’s Castle District

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

On this self-guided audio tour, you'll track down titillating tales and quirky facts behind the city’s historic facade. Join producer VInce Bur, a part-time tour guide born and raised in Budapest, as he leads you on a walking tour through Budapest’s bastion of folklore.

The Buda Castle District is the oldest and most picturesque part of Budapest. On this walking tour, you’ll find amazing architecture, breathtaking views, and pastry stores with tantalizing local sweets. Most importantly, you’ll hear countless fascinating stories spanning Hungary’s 1000-year-long history.

As you walk, you’ll learn where Dracula was imprisoned, why there’s a House of Houdini in Budapest, and what it was like to survive the Second World War inside the Hospital in the Rock, the medical facility located in a network of caves under Buda Castle.

Whether you’re a history geek, a foodie, or a curious traveller, this GPS-based tour will certainly level up your Budapest experience!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please bring your own smartphone and headphones

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Museum of Music History

Start your journey at the Museum of Music History, where you'll embark on a fascinating exploration of the Buda Castle District, delving into Hungary's rich history and cultural heritage.

Admission Not Applicable

Pass by the Mediaeval Jewish Chapel, a testament to the diverse religious and cultural influences that have shaped Budapest's historic landscape over the centuries.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it

The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Smartphone and headphones

Options

A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Budapest’s Castle District

Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Excellent Choice
Cheryl G,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great to be able to do this at your own speed, when you choose and pause when you want. Highly recommended, great value for money too.
Very good alternative to physical guide
mattsp2014,,Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very good and pleasant experience listening while we walked around and looked at sights. It was extra positive that the audio tour followed us via GPS and could start after when we were in place at the next attraction. There was a bit of a feeling of "treasure hunt luck."