Discover Hungary's modern history, focusing on the era of Communism through an expert-led historical commentary including family stories in the heart of Budapest. All questions are welcome.

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Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Listen to expert commentary from a historian guide
Enjoy a drink in a retro café that has changed little since the 1970s
Go on a one-of-a kind walking tour in the heart of Budapest
Hear real family stories from the period of Communism

Full description

After meeting on the main square of Pest, Deák tér, the walk starts through one of the most pleasant areas of the city which is dotted with remnants of Communism. Other than bullet holes, the area is full of stories - from WW2 through to the 1956 revolution and then up to 1989/the early 90s. The aim of the tour is to understand the Communist ideology - its arrival, rule, and legacy in Hungary. Besides an expert commentary from a historian guide, personal family stories will be shared to provide a deeper understanding of the hardships and comic moments from the past system. The tour includes a ride on the red subway (M2) and a drink over a chat in a bar that has changed very little since its opening in 1961.

Includes

Expert guide
Drink in a cult retro café
Transportation ticket (subway)

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

Masks are optional for this activity

Meeting point

In front of Kempinski Hotel on Deák tér (Pest side, Budapest); Budapest, Erzsébet tér 8, 1051 Hungary.

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4.9 /5

based on 9 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
2.5/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Safety
4.8/5

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Daniel is an excellent tour guide! There was a lot of thought put into the tour. Daniel was really good at explaining the theory of communism and the different extremities of communism in Hungary. His personal stories really helped me to understand what it must have been like living in a communist country.

December 26, 2019

Whereas the Terror Museum covers post WWII through 1956 well, Gabor paints a fuller picture of the events that led up to WWI and through to 2002. While other tourists snap selfies in front of an old Soviet monument (not knowing how Hungarians feel about it), you learn about why it -- and Ronald Reagan -- is still there.

April 22, 2019

Kinga Nagy was an exceptional guide as she knows everything about Hungary, Budapest and the histories of the time. A very good ride.

October 6, 2019

Budapest: 3-Hour Walking Tour About Communism (Small Group)

Budapest: 3-Hour Walking Tour About Communism (Small Group)

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