Take a personalized tour that travels back in time to the heyday of Pest in the late 1890s and early 20th century. Enjoy a 3-hour introduction to and exploration of the Art Nouveau buildings in Budapest, and visit some additional hidden treasures.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, German
- Pickup included
- Your guide will meet you at your accommodation in Budapest. From there, you will make your way to the first stop together. Please inform the local partner where you would like to be picked up.
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the great historic decades of Budapest
- Learn why Art Nouveau was so important in Budapest and how it affected the city
- Gain a greater understanding of Hungarian and Budapest history and culture
Full description
Enjoy a 3-hour tour of Budapest that explores the Art Nouveau movement and how it affected the area in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Whether you are interested in architecture, a history buff, or just looking to learn about Budapest in a unique way, this tour has a little bit of something for everyone.
On this tour, learn why the facade of most late 19th-century buildings are so decorative and find out why there are no skyscrapers in Budapest. Discover why Art Nouveau is called Secession (szecesszió) in Hungarian, and how Hungarian folk motifs were built into the Art Nouveau designs.
Hear about the ways in which Art Nouveau revolutionized architecture, what beehives symbolize on Budapest's public buildings, and hear fascinating tales about the architects behind these buildings.
Includes
- Notebooks
- Pens
- Printed material
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
