Description:
Spend the morning visiting Budapest Parliament and then join us for a cruise along the Danube river afterwards.
The Parliament of Budapest is the third largest parliament building in the world and one of the most prominent monuments in Hungary. Inspired by the Palace of Westminster, this largest building in the country with eccentric Neo-Gothic elements and Eclectic style was built by Imre Steindl in 1904.
During the tour, you will wander around the massive halls of the House of Parliament as your guide shares facts and secrets of the Parliament's past. Visit the hall of the National Assembly and to fascinated by the holiest relics of Hungarian history, the Holy Crown and the crowning jewels.
This tour is in English and starts at 11:00 or 11:15 (depending on the date). Our hostess will be at the Visitors Entrance 15 minutes before the tour starts to greet you. The tour will last for approximately 1 hour.
After the Parliament tour your host will show you the meeting point for the cruise (Akadémia port 3). The cruise starts at 14:00, please be at the meeting point 30 minutes prior to the event. Also known as the artery of Budapest, which divides Buda and Pest, the shoreline of Danube river is adorned with impressive sights and architecture such as the Basilica, the Great Market Hall, the Buda Castle, the Fisherman’s Bastion and much more. You cruise will also offer you an impressive view of the Parliament which you have just visited from a different perspective.
***Please read the Important Note section for special information pertaining to Parliament entry***
Meeting point for the Parliament tour: Budapest, Kossuth Lajos tér 1-3, 1055
Meeting point for the cruise: Budapest, Széchenyi rkp. 6, 1054 / Akadémia port 3
What's included & what's not
Price includes:
- Entry to the Parliament (tour) approx 1 hour
- 14:00 River cruise ticket 90 mins (cruise only)
Price does not include:
- Food and drinks
- Optional pickup service from your hotel to the Parliament for 12€ per person. Please note, this is pickup only, there is no drop-off
Important notes:
- The Parliament tour cannot be rescheduled, if the guest cannot attend or misses the starting time, we can not issue a refund. Same applies to the optional pick-up option.
- After you booked, you will receive a confirmation PDF via email (in Hungarian language). This will be your ticket to the Parliament, you MUST PRINT THE PDF AND BRING WITH YOU. You can print your ticket at the info desk 15 minutes prior to the tour.
- You must bring photo ID/passport with you when entering the Parliament
- A ticket cannot be refunded or rescheduled
- If your preferred tour time is not available (places are very limited for visiting), we will offer you the closest time/ alternative. If it is not suitable for you and we do not receive any feedback from you within 24h before the tour we are not able to refund your money.
- There will be a security check for entering the building. Larger bags, packages and objects capable of causing injury are strictly prohibited.
- The Parliament may cancel the tour due to Parliament programs and state protocol events
- For security reasons, you may not remain inside the Parliament following your guided visit
- Price includes Parliament booking fee
- Student price is valid for students below 24 years. Make sure to bring your student ID
