Enigmatic reminiscences of Communism

The tour lasts 4 hours

Available in English

Description

May I invite you to experience the decayed glory of communism?

IMPORTANT! The size of the group is a maximum of 5 "adventurers". Usually less...I try to give a personal, unique touch of an experience.

Walking among the epitomical monuments and cenotaphs is really an ultimate way of a freaky time traveling. (Memento Park)

Switching towards the enigmatic mountains of Buda, we come across a unique local narrow-gauge railway system controlled by children. Still a living part of the communist heritage railway fans may brave embarking on.

Alongside we perform a nice short walk following the path of the Normafa forest over food and drink pavilions. An excellent occasion for a relaxed walk under the shadows of the trees.

These spots are out of town and are not stressed by over-tourism.
This tour needs 4 hours. We travel by my minibus.

The entrance fee of the museum is your cost of 3000 HUF (appr. 7.5 EUR). FREE ENTRY WITH A VALID BUDAPEST CARD!
Ticket to the children's railway is 1000 HUF (appr. 2.5 EURO). Railway is off on Monday but we check out the central station.

Guide: Tamas

Guiding since 2023

Hello, I'm Tamas. I set up my tour profile to show off some of the concealed solitaires of Buda side. I am up to make known the covered details of history beyond the main attractions. The walks are conducted at a slow speed & I always try to tailor it to your needs & interests. Happen we alter the track to see additional spots. My study background is language science & business science in the UK with curiosity about XXth century history. We may set the course of our conversation to many directions: fine wines, languages, Cold War radio stations, impacts of Communism on civil life, local pubs & cafés in the area.

5 stops

4 hours

Meeting point:Budapest, Batthyány tér 7, 1011 HungaryAt the white Church in Batthyány tér (square). Here starts the tour.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Memento ParkA museum of statues and other mementos of the communist period. We experience the ever changing strategy of telling the same past events of history.

Outside visit

Normafa ParkNice walking and relaxing area with buffets & panoramic views of the city

Outside visit

Csillebérc vasútállomásA tiny little railway station among the trees, decorated in an unique Communist style.

5 stops

4 hours

Meeting point:Budapest, Batthyány tér 7, 1011 HungaryAt the white Church in Batthyány tér (square). Here starts the tour.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Memento ParkA museum of statues and other mementos of the communist period. We experience the ever changing strategy of telling the same past events of history.

Outside visit

Normafa ParkNice walking and relaxing area with buffets & panoramic views of the city

Outside visit

Csillebérc vasútállomásA tiny little railway station among the trees, decorated in an unique Communist style.

12 reviews

Professionalism

5.00

Entertainment

12 reviews

Professionalism

5.00

Entertainment

4.67

Communication

4.73

Quality

4.82

Route

4.92

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Not suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.