Overview
Dive into Budapest’s fascinating Jewish history, culture and heritage on a walking tour led by a local guide. With one of the largest Jewish communities in Middle and Eastern Europe, Budapest is full of historic Jewish quarters, memorials and synagogues, each with their own unique story and significance.
Visit the Jewish Museum, Dohány Street Synagogue, Raul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park, the old Jewish quarter, Kazinczy Street Synagogue and more while learning about Hungary's complicated Jewish history over the centuries. A choice of times are available when booking.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Entrance to the Kazinczy Street Synagogue (Grand Tour only)
Entrance to the Great Synagogue
Professional guide
Cake at a kosher bakery or 10% discount card (Grand Tour only)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In front of Dohány street Synagogue, Address: Budapest, 1074 Dohány street. 2
End point
Concludes at Raoul Wallenberg Memorial Park (Essential Tour)
Good to know
Please be at the meeting point (Dohany Street synagouge, Dohany utca 2 ., 1074) as leats 15 minutes before the chosen starting time.
What to expect
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Budapest Jewish Heritage Tours
3 hours
Follow the footprints of the Hungarian Jewry with our well-informed guide
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Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga)
30 min
First, we will visit the Dohány Street Synagogue (interior visit), which is the largest in Europe and the second largest in the world.
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Hungarian Jewish Museum and Archives
45 min
You also get a local guided tour in the Jewish Museum, where you see the Hungarian Jewish heritage through a unique collection of art pieces from Hungary and Eastern Europe, and the rich tradition of Judaism, its holidays and everyday life. A separate room commemorates the Hungarian Holocaust.
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Gozsdu Udvar
5 min
Only with Grand tour option! Pass by the thriving Gozsdu passage.
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Carl Lutz Memorial
20 min
Only with Grand tour option! During our journey we visit the Memorial Park dedicated to Carl Lutz.
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Kazinczy Street Synagogue
30 min
Grand tour only! Explore the main synagogue of the Hungarian Orthodox Jewry. It is one of the largest operating orthodox synagogues in Europe, built in art-nouveau style. At the end of the tour, you have two options: you can accept our invitation to have a cake in the glatt kosher Fröhlich confectionery or you can receive 10% discount in the glatt kosher Carmel restaurant.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Budapest).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Budapest Jewish Heritage Tour & Synagogue Ticket
Can I cancel Budapest Jewish Heritage Tour & Synagogue Ticket for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
In front of Dohány street Synagogue, Address: Budapest, 1074 Dohány street. 2
What's included?
- Entrance to the Kazinczy Street Synagogue (Grand Tour only)
- Entrance to the Great Synagogue
- Professional guide
- Cake at a kosher bakery or 10% discount card (Grand Tour only)
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Budapest Jewish Heritage Tours, Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga), Hungarian Jewish Museum and Archives, Gozsdu Udvar, Carl Lutz Memorial, Kazinczy Street Synagogue.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Hungária Koncert Kft
