Communist Budapest Private Walking Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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With the help of a historian, this 3 hour private walking tour allows you to grasp the “goulash communism” of Budapest’s decades under totalitarianism, the soft dictatorship in which Hungarians had certain liberties in exchange for obedience on major issues. Learn why, for all the suffering of Budapest’s citizens under the communist regime, Hungary was called “the happiest barrack in the Soviet Bloc.”
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your guides are local historians who are also enthusiastic hosts and passionate storytellers. We love helping travelers from all over the world discover Budapest.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
3-hour guided walk with private historian guide
Tram and metro tickets (Your guide will assist you in purchasing the required tickets if you do not already have a transport pass)
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Hungarian Parliament Building
Traveling by subway to Kossuth Square in front of Parliament, we explore monuments from the 1956 revolution, before continuing to Liberty Square where we discuss aspects of the Cold War before the US Embassy, the monument to the Soviet Army, the statue of Ronald Reagan and an atomic shelter.
House of Terror Museum
We conclude outside the House of Terror, the imposing museum housed in the former headquarters of the communist secret services with a slab of the Berlin Wall in front. (Although the exhibit within is not included in the tour, this is the perfect endpoint for those interested in delving deeper into Hungary’s Cold War experience)
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Reviews
6 reviews
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Private Communism Tour
Katalina S,
Mar 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a four hour private tour with Andras that we really enjoyed. Andras is extremely knowledgable and kind and adjusted the tour to suit our interests. We would highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in the history of Hungary.
To learn how digestive communism was in Hungary
H2325MWcamilav,
Jan 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time in our tour. Andras Is extremely knowledgeable and had so much to share with us. Before we started our tour he asked us what we were most interested in learning about communism to make sure we would leave the tour extremely happy. This tour is great for adults, history enthusiasts and even children. Andras was able to make the tour interesting not only for the adults who had more background on the topics covered as well as for the young who needed a bit of introduction to what we would cover in the tour. Hungary is extremely interesting and different to what you usually learn was communism in school books and this tour was wonderful to help us learn about Hungary!
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Linda D,
Sep 12, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Kata was very knowledgeable and explained everything clearly. She has a broad world view which adds both interest and perspective. A sense of humor, grace and charm also makes for a pleasant as well as informative tour.
Must do for Budapest
TrailBlazer824076,
Jun 15, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Time went spent with Andras to learn about the history. Very knowledgeable and explained well the area and the history. Would highly recommend!
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918robina,
Dec 29, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Remarkably knowledgeable guides and gave such rich narrative and understanding--art, architecture, political history and trivia that informs one's understanding. The team who led and shared were fabulous and accessible--their warmth and enthusiasm for both Buda and Pest! Just fabulous. I would travel anywhere with them! And they made meaningful the scenery we passed.
An unexpected gem!
59irad,
Jun 25, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Communist Budapest tour was surprusingly informative and enjoyable! I was talked into it by my friend and I was a bit skeptical, because it is usually not my favorite subject - but in this case I was pleasantly surprised. Our tour guide, Izabella, was extremely well-read on the subject and was able to answer many of our interjecting questions about the history of Budapest. That, combined with the fantastic sights we saw during the walk, was enough to provide a very valuable experience - we were able to notice certain details in monuments that we certainly wouldn't have under normal circumstances. Amazing guide, amazing route!
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