Budapest Art Nouveau Walking Tour with Historian Guide
Budapest Art Nouveau Walking Tour with Historian Guide
In the company of a historian, discover Budapest’s most beautiful art nouveau landmarks on this 3-hour, small-group walking tour. Popular from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, the art nouveau aesthetic is distinctive for its colorful, highly decorative, nature-inspired designs. Today, Budapest offers some of the best examples of art nouveau buildings and landmarks in the world.
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Gresham Palace
Admire the facades and interior designs of the glorious Gresham Palace, once an office space and series of luxury apartments, and today Budapest’s most luxurious hotel.
20 minutesPostatakarek Bank
Discover the flamboyant Royal Postal Savings Bank, designed by Ödön Lechner, also known as the Gaudi of Hungary, and discuss the interior design elements of the entrance hall.
20 minutesThonet House
Consider the use of tiles in facades that Hungarian Art Nouveau became famous for, as we pause at Thonet House, thanks to innovations by the famous Zsolnay porcelain and ceramics factory in Pécs, a town in the south of Hungary.
20 minutesHouse of Hungarian Art Nouveau
A coffee house and small museum with a brilliant art nouveau facade, where we explore the common motifs of Hungarian Secessionism.
35 minutesKazinczy Street Synagogue
We conclude at the fascinating orthodox Kazinczy Street Synagogue, decorated in Art Nouveau style. Except on Saturdays, we enjoy a visit to the synagogue's interior.
25 minutesIncluded
- Historian guide
Not Included
- Public transportation passes
- Food and drinks
- Additional costs may be included, if one or both of these sites are open on the day of your tour: House of Hungarian Art Nouveau: 1000 HUF per person (approximately 3.50 USD) Orthodox Synagogue on Kazinczy street: 2000 HUF per person (approximately 7.00 USD)
Good to Know
- Expect a moderate amount of walking: comfortable shoes are recommended
- Maximum group size of eight people
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.