Budapest Christmas Market Tour with Basilica visit & Chimney cake
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Have a stroll around the most amazing Christmas markets of Budapest. Experience the Hungarian Christmas season with a local guide, discover our myths, marvel at the festive lights of the capital, let your senses be spoiled. Let us introduce you three very different Christmas markets of Budapest so that you can enjoy artisan products, explore what local people eat and drink during the holiday season, and walk around the gorgeous Christmas lights while sipping a mug of hot mulled wine or chocolate.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz
Our meeting point is at the entrance staircase of the Opera House. From there we walk down Andrássy Avenue.
St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)
We take a look in to the largest Catholic church of Budapest, pass by its nativity scene, and watch the holiday video mapping show on its facade.
What‘s Included
St. Stephen's Basilica
Chimney cake sampling
Mulled wine
Professional, certified local guide
Hot tea
Small-group walking tour
Unique video mapping show
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Budapest Christmas Market Tour with Basilica visit & Chimney cake
Reviews
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved this tour
Kelley S,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Stephan was an excellent guide. Saw and learned so much more than just the Christmas markets. Definitely recommend
Must-See Christmas markets in Budapest
Karen A,,Dec 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely afternoon discovering the Christmas markets with Zsuzsa. She gave us tips on which food we should try and which ones are prepared in the traditional or classic manner. She also gave us tips on where to buy the best pastries in town and introduced us to the section of the road where every winning "Hungarian wine of the year" is lined up. We also got the chance to try mulled wine and hot tea and we love them. They warm the stomach which helps with the freezing temperature at night.
Christmas Market tour
Linda G,,Dec 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00I can't say enough great things about Katlin Boldizsar, owner and operator of Wonderguides. I almost did not show uo because I was tired of the Christmas markets after arriving from Vienna the day before. This tour was SO much more than a Christmas market tour. Katlain gave me an extensive history inside the St. Stephans Basilica. This is beautiful structure with so much history. She has a history degree, and her grandmother taught history. I'm a history buff and she loaded me with all the history that I could absorb. We did some tastings in the Christmas market and did some more exploring in the city. I highly recommend Katalin and her company for any of your travel needs in Budapest!!!
Pick this Christmas market tour!
Michele P,,Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00My guide was great. I was the only person and honestly if you know where to look you can explore the different markets on your own though this tour also includes a tour of st Stephen’s basilica as there is a large market nearby. That alone is worthwhile addition. Learned about the local traditions and the town. Exploring at night is a must do. Sampled chimney cake - knowing where to go is key and other treats.
Saint Stephen’s basilica amazing and history of the area Hungry
Culture03166894405,,Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had am amazing time thanks to your guide Katalin was the best guide I have ever had her knowledge was exceptional and the way she looked after me I will be highly recommend to others to do this tour thanks to her
Christmas magic at the Christmas markets
Mark N,,Nov 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely incredible tour with our guide Zsuzanna . she was knowledgeable , thoughtful and a fun loving guide. She made sure we learned about St Stephen’s church and the history of the area . We also had a magical experience at the beautiful Christmas at the Bacilica Market and Vovosmarty Square Market which were both fantastic .? Our guide introduced us the local street foods Chimmney cakes, Langos, and mulled wine. All very tasty! When in Budapest we will always ask fo Zsuzanna. thank u for one the best tours ever. Perfect way to start our trip! Thank u Zsuzamna
Great Christmas Market.
Linda P,,Dec 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour guide was great. She did her very best but the Christmas Market was extremely crowded so we couldn't enjoy it as much as we hoped. She was very accommodating and knowledgable. The light show on the St. Steven's Basilica was a pleasant surprise.
Highly recommend!
Latoya J,,Dec 27, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Not only did we get a tour of the market and explanation of the goods there, we also got some information about local sites and statues. I learned so much from this tour!
Perfect for a weeknight in Budapest!
Travelchaos3,,Dec 8, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour with Katalin. It was educational and fun…two of my favorite things. She was also very responsive to my unique interests. I learned a lot about Hungary, its history, and its people all while enjoying the Christmas market atmosphere! Highly recommend!
Great tour and excellent tour guide
W7464DOscottp,,Dec 24, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Susan was an excellent guide. She knew many of the facts about Budapest that only a trained local would know. She brought us through Christmas market, stopped for warm wine and cinnamon buns and showed us many of the antique buildings that were abandoned during the communist period - one that is worth seeing is currently the Four Seasons. She dropped us off at her favorite restaurant which was a Hungarian place called The Strudel. Highly recommend. Great time
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