BUDAPEST
The best of Budapest, on both banks of the Danube.
Budapest's 15 most popular classical music & opera tours, side by side: what each one costs, how long it runs and where you book it. The pick of the bunch, and what the day actually gets you on either bank of the Danube.
Step inside the restored Hungarian State Opera House for a 60-minute guided tour, ending with live singing and great acoustics.
Most Popular“the singers. the wouman guided the tour was exelent. interesting”
Hear Mozart and Baroque favorites in Budapest’s St Stephen’s Basilica. Choose among 3 concerts and 4 seating classes for about 70 minutes.
“The location was perfect which added to the ambiance of the evening. We had the pleasure of being seated in the 2 nd row which made the experience both intimate and memorable. I would recommend this concert to any one visiting Budapest.”
Hear an organ concert at St. Stephen’s Basilica with Kolos Kováts, flute by Eleonóra Krusic, and a program spanning Mozart to Bach.
Spend 70 minutes in Matthias Church hearing Mozart, Bach, and more with the Duna String Orchestra and violin soloist Gabora Gyula. $70.
“The concert was a truly enjoyable experience. I appreciated not only the quality of the music but also the unique and serene atmosphere of the church, which added a special touch to the performance.”
Matthias Church entry in Budapest’s Castle District: neo-Gothic beauty, museum access, and Danube views nearby for one day.
“Matthias Church is a stunning blend of Gothic elegance and Hungarian history. Its colourful tiled roof and ornate spires make it a visual landmark in the Castle District. Inside, the richly painted walls and stained glass windows create a sacred, almost theatrical atmosphere. From royal coronations to miraculous legends, every corner whispers centuries of stories.…”
Listen to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and more in St. Michael’s Church, with excellent acoustics, helpful seating options, and a 70-minute program.
“What a lovely evening. Would definitely recommend.”
See the Rajkó Folk Ensemble perform Hungarian music and dance at Hungarian Gastro Cellar, with drink or dinner options. 80 minutes.
“The theatre was absolutly beautifull, we sat on the balcon and it was a pleasure to visit this program, the dancers and the musicants were all professionals! After this we joined the cruise, which was an easy 10 minutes walk from the theatre.”
Budapest Danube 4-course dinner cruise with operetta and folk entertainment, a welcome drink, and night skyline views with vegetarian option.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our evening dinner cruise. The entertainment was of a high standard and performed enthusiastically. The staff generally were very friendly and helpful. By way of constructive criticism, I didn’t think the four course and window seat options were value for money. The seating arrangement only gave one party member the view. The…”
Hear organ music in St. Stephen’s Basilica, then add a Danube cruise with views and drinks or dinner options in Budapest.
“Wow, not a single complaint. Breathtaking and spectacular to see and listen to. Loved every minute of this concert.”
Buda Castle District walk with Matthias Church entry and Danube views from Fisherman’s Bastion, led by a small-group guide.
“Petra was excellent!!! We loved it all including her knowledge and kindness to our elderly mother!! She was fantastic !!”
Rajkó Folk Ensemble performs Budapest Hungarian folk dance and live music in an intimate wine-cellar venue, with optional food packages.
“Theater was half empty. Dancing was excellent. Performance would have been greatly improved if there were a master of ceremonies, announcing the different dances and giving commentary on where they originated and introducing to the dancers and musicians.”
70 minutes of live organ and chamber music in Budapest’s St. Michael’s Church on the city’s oldest working organ, from $24.
“Range and skill of the performer. In the hands of a master. A fabulous way to spend 70 minutes. Beautiful location.”
Private Buda Castle walk for up to six with skip-the-line entry, cake and coffee, and Matthias Church in 3.5 hours.
“We had such a great guide. Zotan was unbelievably wonderful. We threw him for a loop when we asked him if he could show us around the Pest side instead of the Buda side (I erroneously did not realize our group saw the Buda side that morning). Zotan was very amenable and an absolute pro.…”
A 2-hour small-group walk through Budapest’s Castle District, with skip-the-line Matthias Church entry and panoramic views.
“Rebekah provided a tour de force performance! Very knowledgeable and extremely passionate, she educated and entertained us in equal measure. Highly recommended!”
Private Castle District tour with Matthias Church entry, plus coffee and cake. 3 hours of panoramic views, history, and pickup.
“Our guide Lazlo was terrific. Very knowledgeable and informative. We enjoyed learning the history of the castle and Hungary.”
The baths, the river, the castle hill and the ruin bars - and every way to spend a day on either bank of the Danube.
