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Free tour

Let's discover Budapest downtown through the eye of late characters, actors, presidents and folk artists

4.88
Excellent(8)
Duration: 1 hour
Languages: English and French
Guru: Gergo
Registered on 8 September 2025
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Hello all, I am proficient in English, French, and Hungarian. I have a strong appreciation for movies, pop culture, and Hungarian folk art.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

I show you important historical characters and their stories behind who appeared in Budapest during the eventful 20th century.

I share some personal story of my family how we survived the 2nd WW and the challanges of the communism

 

What role have they played in the Hungarian people's life?
You also going to discovere the so called "gerilla sculptor" Mihaly Kolodko's famous and funny miniatur sculpts.

-Statue of Peter Falk,,
We start our discovery tour here. With the introduction of the legendary actor who figured the character of Colombo

-Parliament, square
 I inteoduce you the story of the largest Parlament building in the world!
Lso You will learn about how the function of this institute has changed during the turbulent 19th and 20th century

- Liberty Square
Discover together the tiny miniature statues of Mihaly Kolodko the so called "Guerilla sculptor" and real-sized statues of  President George W.. Bush and President Ronald Raegen
I will explain their role in the amazing progress from the cold war to a peaceful ending of socialism.

if you like we can light a candle at the memorial of the victims of the Nazi terror in Budapest.

then we visit the interactiv fountain that let you go through dry if you know the trick :)

Continue with  , "Officer's statue (according to urban legends rubbing his belly brings good luck to the visitors :)

- St Stephens square.
The square is periodically used for cultural events.
I will let you know the secrets of this iconic  and breath-taking  neo-reneissant building that offers wonderful shots for camera enthusiastics.

-Four Seasons historical building
I tell you here why is that building is special due to its past since 1904
You can enjoy the beautiful view on the Chain Bridge and the entire Buda Castle

-Vörösmarty square
This place with the Verbally Palace beautiful Art deco building will give us a travel back in time to the end of the XIX.th century.

- "Scientists are human too"
You can try the interactive screen-installation dedicated to the world famous Hungarian scientists
Fun point: I
introduce the one and only Pop Art Toilet to you which is a mixture of an exhibition and a functioning public toilet (if necessary) :)
i introduce you tge larcest Arz deco building that is unyquein its kind

-Next I guide you to a place where you can find  the last existing showroom and art shop in Hungary dedicated entirely to the traditional folk art products such as rare black ceramic plates, embroidered shirts  and many more all made by registered artist.
Every item is strictly made by hand, no mass product gadgets can be found here.

-The beautifully renovated Paris courtyard

This is the largest Ard-deco/Neo Gothic building in the World and show you around in the rarely seen amazing enterieur  too. 

Join me for this tour andI promise you will  return to your room with great memories and with smile :).


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Budapest, Falk Miksa u., 1055 Hungary
Atthe statue of the "Columbo"
1
Outside visit
Statue of Columbo/Peter Falk
Walkers will get to know the Hungarian connection of the famous Hollywood actor Peter Fall and about the reason why his statue is there.
2
Outside visit
Hungarian Parliament Building
Walkers will see the Parliament from the Kossuth square, and will learn less known details about the buildin historical background, how it was functioning during the turbulent 20th century. I will introduce them interesting details about it's architectural design and about the crown installed and guarded inside.
3
Outside visit
Hungarian Parliament Building
I let you know the less known facts about the architectural aspect, of this huge building and how it functioned during the 20th century. For to be able to visit inside wou will need to pre-check in for another guided visit inside the building to enjoy the close view of the holy Crown exposed under the main dome.
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How much does this tour cost?

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.

Tour reviews

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Professionalism
4.86
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4.86
Communication
4.71
Quality
5.00
Route
4.86

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require 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.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Let's discover Budapest downtown through the eye of late characters, actors, presidents and folk artists
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