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Free Tour Hungarian Culture and Gastronomy

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Free Tour Hungarian Culture and Gastronomy

Let's eat Budapest! Gastronomy is the reflection of local culture and history. Get lost with us in the Ruin Bars, the luxurious Imperial Cafes, the majestic Central Market, and know the history behind each dish.

discover Budapest through its flavors! In this free gastronomic tour we will visit the smells, tastes and the most delicious anecdotes of the city. We will start at the Central Market, where you will know the star products such as goose foie, mangalica pork or paprika, and we will tell you what to eat, where and why.

We will walk along Váci Utca, the most gastronomic street of Budapest, and we will talk about goulash, lángos, chimney cake, Jewish traditions, and communist cuisine.

We finish in the most bohemian area of the city, next to Galeries Paris and Café Central, where you will learn about the pastries of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the most famous literary cafes.

Hungarian gastronomy is a gateway to its history, and this tour is ideal to get to know it in a different, fun and very appetizing way. Did you know that Tokaj wine was nicknamed "the wine of kings"? Or that in Hungary there was an official communist recipe book?

Plus, you'll take away a bunch of recommendations to keep eating like a local.

Remarks: 2 stops are made to taste the products, but it is at your own expense and totally optional. Requirement: minimum 6 people for the tour to start.

Meeting point

Enfrente del Gran Mercado Central

Before you go

Length
About 2h 30min
Languages
Spanish
Usual start times
11:00 (Budapest time)
Coming up
37 departures in 3 months, 1 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 2h 30min.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is Enfrente del Gran Mercado Central. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

37 departures are listed in the next three months, 1 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:00. Times are local to Budapest.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.

Is it accessible?

The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.

Can I bring my dog?

The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.

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