• Private Tour
• Family Friendly
• Carbon Neutral

Get off the beaten track with me, your local insider and see the best and most authentic places in​ the city. I can tell you the most interesting stories about the city while showing you hidden gems you could never find on your own.

Destination

Budapest, Hungary

Category

Off The Beaten Track

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Magyar, Polski

Included

• Private guide

Excluded

• Chocolate tasting at own expenses

What you can expect

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with Irene.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Inner City Church - Budapest to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Beautiful Sights

   Stroll down Veres Palne Street and be amazed by the stunning architecture

4. Back in History

   Finding a key to see the hidden medieval city wall

5. Architectural Gems

   Be amazed by the luxury brothels of the 19th century

6. Relax Time

   Let's have a break at the beautiful Karolyi Gardens

7. Drinks Anyone?

   Get a drink in a hidden spot: an underground bar

8. Tasty Treat

   If you want, you can taste the best chocolate of the city!

9. Local Flavors

   Try out some of the best artisan products from the lake Balaton

10. Goodbyes

    End your tour at the Main Market Hall and ask your final questions!

11. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

I can personalize this tour for you

• Tell me your preferred date and group size
• Tell me your preferences and wishes so I can customize the tour for you
• Wait for my personal offer in your inbox!

Contact me

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

barclay 🇺🇸 United States

2 February 2025

irene was a delight to speak with. as educational as it was fun, had as laughing and inquisitive the whole time really enjoyed our time, highly recommend if you want to have an authentic experience. our day.

Cameron 🇺🇸 United States

8 October 2023

Irene was amazing. Her knowledge of Budapest and engaging style made our tour exceptional. We loved how she made our tour an inactive experience. Fantastic Tour wirh Irene

Denise🇺🇸 United States

24 September 2023

Irene just didn't just take us on a tour but brought history alive. Highly recommend!!!! GREAT TOUR!

Derek🇩🇪 Germany

24 September 2023

I recently had the pleasure of taking a private 3-hour tour in Budapest, guided by the delightful Irene. This wasn't just any typical tour; with Irene, we were introduced to some truly unique parts of the city, many of which were tucked away from the usual tourist paths. One of the things that stood out was Irene's impeccable English, which made communication effortless. Her sunny disposition and genuine enthusiasm made her an absolute joy to spend time with. More than once, we were treated to special locales, one of which isn't even accessible to the general tourist crowd. But what truly elevated this experience was Irene's profound knowledge of Hungary's history. We were captivated by the blend of local and personal stories she shared, offering a rich tapestry of insights that made us see Budapest in a whole new light. For those considering a tour in Budapest, even if it's not your first, I highly recommend Irene's tour. She has a unique ability to tailor the experience to your knowledge and interests, ensuring that you'll always discover something fresh and fascinating.Hidden Gems of Budapest with Irene

mike🇺🇸 United States

19 September 2023

Irene is awesome and very patient. I forgot that I made our start time one hour earlier from the time allowed on the with local website. We showed up an hour late, yet Irene was still there. She was a lot of fun and took us to most of the locations I requested. Before our trip I gave her a list of about 40 sights I wanted to see while in Budapest. She went through the sights and listed which ones were included on her tours and which ones would be possible to add to the tours and which ones were too far away. It probably took her an hour, and I hadn't booked a tour yet! If there is a ranking for all the Budapest tour guides, she should be number one. Irene is awesome

Eric🇳🇱 Netherlands

6 June 2023

It was my third time in Budapest and Irene still showed me things that I didn't see before on my other trips. On our tour we also got great tips for the rest of our trip or even the next visit to Budapest. For example we've tasted plenty of chocolates when the chocolate shop was open. At the end of our tour we've got a nice bonus. We turned our drinks after the tour into an improvised wine tasting. Irene gave us a selection of various Hungarian wines in a nice "ruin" pub. Thanks Irene for the great tour!Great stories about Budapest

Joep🇳🇱 Netherlands

5 June 2023

We had a great experience with Irene. She is a knowledgeable host and knows a lot about the city. We extended the tour with a fun (and informative) little wine tasting.

Daniel 🇨🇭 Switzerland

23 October 2022

Irene is a true local from Budapest and you can feel how she likes to share her home town Budapest with you. A lot of facts, personal anecdotes and stories - you almost feel a little bit local at the end of the tour. She is very good in providing information beneath the surprise that you may not expect. A very valuable experience that i would highly recommend to anyone who wants to learn and experience that little more.Through the eyes of a local

Chris🇨🇭 Switzerland

14 October 2022

Irene was an amazing guide for our family - a great mix of history, off the beaten path sights and great conversation on all things Budapest! Highly recommend her.Amazing Experience!

joy🇺🇸 United States

13 October 2022

I fell in love with Budapest the minute we stepped off the train and fell deeper in love after our tour. To truly learn about Budapest, you have to start from the beginning and that's exactly how our tour started. And as the 3 plus hours went, my husband and I were wanting to learn more. Irene is very knowledgeable and very personable. The tour seemed more like a walk with an old friend you haven't seen in a while and just she wants to tell you about the place she lives in. We definitely will be back and perhaps sit down with Irene for that cup of coffee we never got to do because we ran out of time.THIS! If You Really Want to Know Budapest

Keith🇺🇸 United States

8 June 2022

Irene has extensive knowledge of the history and hidden spots in Budapest. She also has a personality and delivery that really captures your attention. I learned a lot more about the medieval and roman history of the city and loved hearing about some stories from the past. It gave me a new perspective on this city. I definitely recommend taking this tour!!! A very interesting and informative tour!

Lily🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 May 2022

We were looking for a bit of knowledge on the area as we were doing a whistle stop tour of Budapest and had never been before- Irene was a perfect guide. A wonderful mix of local savvy with stories from the past, Irene took us around more quiet, less touristy streets and gave us an opportunity to absorb some of Budapest's wonderful history and architecture. With helpful advice on what we should do next, our short time with Irene was absolutely perfect. Cannot recommend enough. A peaceful, insightful walk through the city

Rick🇺🇸 United States

27 November 2021

Had great fun. Irene is the best. Right up our ally all the unusual stuffIrene

Courtney🇩🇪 Germany

13 October 2021

Thank you Irene, for showing my son and I around your beautiful city and even entertaining my son when I just couldn't lol. We saw some beautiful locations and I learned quite a bit from you. It was amazing talk with you at the end of the tour in that really cool bar. Great conversation and so easy to speak with you like we've been knowing each other before. Thank you so much for everything!Great experience

Michel🇱🇧 Lebanon

16 May 2019

The title was off the beaten-track and this is exactly what I got with Irene. A wonderful walk around Budapest's hidden spots and places and neighborhoods. A very special way to discover what tourists often miss. Thank you Irene for this memorable experience !A true off the beaten-track experience !

Krisztián🇳🇴 Norway

18 March 2019

Irene is a wonderful person with real passion for life, Budapest and life in Budapest. Although she's very knowledgeable about the city, she's still learning and isn't hiding it. She enjoys her tours as much as her "guests" and she is always ready for a discussion and never in a hurry. We love Irene and because of her, we love Budapest even more than before. Miss her already

Sara

26 November 2018

Irene is a beautiful person both inside and out! She is informative, funny, and warm. She’s also very accommodating and will do her very best to tailor the tour to your needs. My friend and I had the most enjoyable experience with her. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide to spend time with in Budapest 😊Do yourself a favor, book Irene!

My-An🇺🇸 United States

23 November 2018

Irene was an awesome guidea Knowledgeable of the landscape of the city (physical, economic, environmental, etc...), full of history, charm, and wit! The right level of energy and she spent extra time with us that she didn't have to. We'll definitely book with her the next time we're in town to see other parts of the city. Highly recommend her guiding services! Great guide!

Gabrielle🇺🇸 United States

24 August 2018

Irene is an excellent guide and we had a fantastic time! We only had a few days in Budapest and this was a wonderful way to spend 3 hours in this beautiful city. Irene showed us things we would never have seen, like an amazing chocolate shop and a beautiful park that made me feel like I was back in Paris. We saw the remains of the ancient city wall - bits that are out in the open and pieces even people who live there don’t know about. Irene is a fun and funny person, and great to talk with. Plus she knows so much about her city; our random questions never went unanswered. If you’re thinking about booking with Irene, I can pretty much guarantee you’ll have a great time. Excellent Off-the-Beaten-Track Budapest To

Leslie🇺🇸 United States

24 March 2018

Though the day in BUD was chilly & rainy, Irene brought the sunshine to our first trip to Budapest! She was informative, interesting and a pleasure to be with ~ thanks, Irene!Thanks, Irene!

Barb🇺🇸 United States

9 October 2017

If you want a truly open and informational tour from a local, book Irene!!! I have booked many tours and she was one of the best! Knowledgeable, personal able and genuinely interested in what you as a tourist want to see!! I loved my time with her!! Budapest cane alive.Evening tour with Irene

gdunne🇺🇸 United States

23 June 2022

My experience with Irene was perfect and everything you could hope for in a professional tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and clearly communicated the history, significance and interesting details of the location or individual. She was full of energy, very charming and personable. She tailored the tour to what interested me the most and made sure I did not miss anything important. You will love the time you send spend with Irene learning about the people places and cultureExceptional knowledge charm and personality

Roi🇮🇱 Israel

2 May 2018

Me and my wife met irene in a rainy morning. Irene was great l, very knowledgeable, kind and professional. The tour was amasing. We started at the heros sq. From there we went to a walk in the park and from there to the Szecska Baths. After we went to the jewish qt. After discovering the qt. We went to a great ruin bar with great vibes. From there a walk to the great synagogue and rnded in a hood restaurant. The tour was amaizing with good balance of history, discovering Budapest sites and enjoying the local food. Thanks irene. It was great!

Ellen🇺🇸 United States

26 February 2018

Book a tour with Irene. she is an absolutely wonderful Tour guide. She is from Hungary and knows Budapest so well. She exudes total warmth and grace and we thoroughly enjoyed our day with her!! YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!Irene is Fabulous!

Jill🇺🇸 United States

6 November 2017

We had a great time with Irene. She kept in touch with us before meeting and made a very distinct meeting spot. She speaks English extremely well and was so knowledgeable. We had fun tasting many Hungarian foods and she took us to cool spots in Budapest. Thank you, Irene! We highly recommend you!!!Fun in Budapest!!

alithea🇮🇳 India

9 October 2017

Irene gave us an amazing orientation of Budapest. She is very knowledgeable, helpful and fun and we had a fabulous time with her! :-) Amazing tour with Irene!

Fabrizio 🇭🇺 Hungary

20 May 2016

Irene is cheerful and outgoing and it was a blast spending time with her discovering a lesser-known Budapest. Her tour was informative and her great sense of humour made it all the more interesting. We visited the more authentic less-toutisty areas of Budapest together and it was fantastic!Main spots of Budapest with a Local