Pay for the synagogue admission tickets only and enjoy a free, complex tour of about 2.5 hours with experts. Your Budapest experience must include the Jewish district - the former Ghetto area. We have been on a mission to passionately help visitors learn about the Hungarian Jewish history, culture and heritage for over 25 years now.
On this tour we present Europe's largest synagogue the Dohany, the Heroes' Temple synagogue and the recently renovated magnificent Rumbach synagogue from inside, while we stroll along the streets of the former Budapest Ghetto and learn about Righteous Gentiles who helped save many lives during the dark times of the Hungarian Holocaust and Jewish life in Budapest today. The tour offers an insight into the various Hungarian Jewish movements in today's cultural, commercial and entertainment center of our colorful, multicultural and breathtaking Budapest.
Visit the largest Jewish temple of Europe, learn about the Hungarian Neologue Jewish Community and the history of the Hungarian Jewry.
See the spectacular architectural masterpiece of the 1850's Budapest and admire the organ played by Franz Liszt as well.
Learn about the Hungarian Holocaust and the Righteous Gentiles who saved tens of thousands of Hungarian Jews risking their own lives.
Visit the Emmanuel Tree of Life Memorial.
Visit the Holocaust Cemetery created on the territory of the Budapest ghetto, the resting place of more than 2000 victims.
The Rumbach Synagogue is a remarkable masterpiece of the Viennese architect Otto Wagner from 1872. The synagogue has recently reopened after many years of renovations. It is a spectacular Moorish building, a true hidden treasure of the Budapest Jewish district, a breath-taking building to visit along the streets of the former Budapest Ghetto.
The Kiraly street was the high street of Pest in the 18th and the beginning of the 19th century. As a commercial and trade center it became the cradle of Jewish life in Pest. Today it is bustling with commercial and cultural life again.
This is the most colorful spot in the Jewish district, the location of entertainment and cultural life. In the past this place housed kosher salami stores, food stores as well as apartments. Today you can meet here local Jewish artists, local artisan and antique products or eat and drink with friends.
Meet one of the brave Righteous Gentiles who risked his own life to save thousands of Hungarian Jews during the Holocaust.
See the restaurant, gallery, cultural stage and theatre named after the Jewish Dutch philosopher of Portuguese Sephardi origin, who was an early representative of the Enlightenment in the 17th century.
See one of the best known places in Budapest for kosher flodni, the most delicious Hungarian Jewish cake.
The street running parallel to Kiraly was the central street of the Jewish district of Pest. It also ran in the center of the Budapest ghetto. Today again this is the scene of the revival of Jewish life in Budapest and Hungarian Jewish orthodoxy.
The Kazinczy street is called today the cultural street of Budapest. It is full of ruin pubs but also the Hungarian Orthodox Jewish Center is here, with a synagogue, a mikveh, Kosher restaurants and cafes, schools, butchery, Kosher food stores and a lot more.
Admire the architectural beauty of the early 20th century Art Noveau - called Secession in Budapest - architecture. The Orthodox synagogue serves the Hungarian traditional Orthodox Jewish Community.
Meet the coordinator/guide with a blue flag/umbrella in front of the Security Entrance before the Ticket Office lane.
Your ticket can not be picked up from the Ticket Office of the Dohany synagogue. Please redeem your ticket from the guide/coordinator of Hidden Treasures of Hungary waiting with a blue flag/umbrella before the Security Entrance a few minutes before your program.
Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is a vibrant city known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and thermal baths. Straddling the Danube River, it offers a unique blend of Eastern and Western European cultures, making it a captivating destination for travelers.
The Hungarian Parliament Building is a stunning example of neo-Gothic architecture and a symbol of Hungary.
Buda Castle is a historical castle and palace complex that offers panoramic views of the city.
Széchenyi Thermal Bath is one of the largest thermal baths in Europe, offering a relaxing experience in historic surroundings.
Fisherman's Bastion is a neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque structure offering panoramic views of the Danube and Pest.
Heroes' Square is a significant monument and a major landmark in Budapest, commemorating the heroes of Hungary's history.
A traditional Hungarian soup made with beef, vegetables, and paprika.
A deep-fried dough topped with sour cream, cheese, and garlic.
A sweet, cylindrical pastry cooked over an open fire and coated with sugar and cinnamon.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, cooked in a tomato sauce.
This is the best time to visit Budapest for warm weather and outdoor activities. The city is lively with festivals and tourists.
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Budapest is generally safe for travelers, but petty crime and scams can occur, especially in tourist areas.
Budapest-Keleti Railway Station, Budapest-Nyugati Railway Station
Népliget Bus Station, Árpád Bridge Bus Station
The metro system is efficient and easy to use, with four lines connecting major attractions.
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Car, Bike, Scooter
A charming town known for its museums, galleries, and colorful houses.
A historic town with a stunning basilica and a rich history.
A historic town with a royal palace and scenic views of the Danube Bend.
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