"The ticket cost seemed too high for the service received. Delayed buses, overcrowding, and limited flexibility made the tour disappointing compared to other transportation options."
Big Bus Budapest Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour
Overview
Discover the city that appeals to all types of people. Budapest is regarded as "The Paris of East" and is one of the most exquisite cities in all of Europe. There are numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites in it. Budapest's stunning historical attractions include striking architecture. You won't have to lose out on amazing vistas and photo opportunities while travelling thanks to our top-deck seats. Don't let the opportunity slip to make priceless memories! Start your journey by reserving your tour right now!
About the activity
Free Cancellation
Mobile Voucher
Wheelchair Access
Wi-Fi Onboard
Flexi: 6 Months
Family Friendly
Instant Confirmation
Audio Guide
English
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Portuguese
Russian
Polish
Dutch
Hebrew
Swedish
Turkish
Korean
Arabic
Highlights
- Discover the best of Budapest with curated stops at its most iconic landmarks and scenic viewpoints.
- Capture panoramic views of the magnificent Hungarian Parliament Building and the elegant Margaret Bridge.
- Experience a guided walking tour through the lively streets of Pest, rich in history and culture.
- Travel in comfort with multilingual audio commentary available in 16 languages for an informative journey.
- Admire must-see attractions including St. Stephen’s Basilica, Chain Bridge, and the picturesque Danube River.
- Enjoy hassle-free entry with mobile vouchers—no need to print your tickets.
Itinerary
Use the hop-on, hop-off Budapest sightseeing tour to explore Budapest. Discover the best of Budapest, one of Europe's most gorgeous cities, with this tour. Take a bus tour to see well-known sights like Margaret Island, St Stephen's Basilica, and the Hungarian Parliament building.
Budapest bus excursions allow you to see the city's well-known sites at your own speed. Please feel free to get on and off at any number of stops. Guided walking tours are included in the price of the ticket, and a river boat offers breathtaking views of the city. Depending on the activities you want to do and the amount of time you have, you can select from three different ticket options.
Discover Ticket: With the aid of this package, you can spend a single day visiting Budapest's well-known sites and landmarks. An open-top double-decker bus allows you to visit a variety of interesting locations. Take a ride at any of the well-planned stops located across the city. Discover the hidden treasures of Budapest and learn about its rich cultural past. Take a stroll around the city centre to admire Pest's historic structures.
Essential Ticket: You may see all of Budapest's well-known landmarks and attractions in two days with this package. Take an open-top double-decker bus tour of Budapest, getting off and on at various locations. Find out about the city's hidden treasures, history, and culture. In Pest's city centre, you can find historic structures by taking a free walking tour. Admire breathtaking views of the Castle Gardens, Parliament Building, Royal Palace, and Chain Bridge while taking a Danube River cruise.
Explore Ticket: With this ticket, you get three days to spend at your own speed seeing the sights and landmarks of Budapest. Get on and off the bus to explore Budapest's stunning scenery and extensive history. Take a stroll around Pest and pay a visit to its historical sites.
Beautiful views of the Chain Bridge, Royal Palace, Castle Gardens, and Parliament Building along the Danube River can be seen during the river trip, which is also included. You may also see the magnificent Castle District and the Royal Palace with the Castle Shuttle Service.
Red Route Bus Tour: Travelling the Red Route allows you to explore some of Europe's most stunning cities. Get aboard to witness the spectacular views of Heroes Square, Andrassy Avenue, and other locations. To see Heroes' Square, St. Stephen's Basilica, and the Opera House, jump off. Budapest's well-known sites and attractions are ideal for exploration with the hop-on, hop-off bus trip.
Walking Tour: An English-speaking tour guide will accompany you on the Pest walking tour and lead you on enjoyable and educational tours across the area. Admire the Danube River vistas while stopping at several locations along the route.
River Cruise: Enjoy the breathtaking sights of the city as you travel down the Danube River. View the breathtaking views of the Parliament Building, Castle Garden, Chain Bridge, and Royal Palace.
Popular landmarks in Budapest:
- Heroes’ Square: One of Budapest’s most significant landmarks, featuring statues of historical figures.
- Andrássy Avenue: A UNESCO World Heritage Site lined with grand buildings and the Hungarian State Opera House.
- Chain Bridge: The iconic suspension bridge connecting Buda and Pest.
- Buda Castle: A historical castle and palace complex o@ering stunning views of the city.
- Parliament Building: One of the largest and most beautiful parliamentary buildings in the world.
- St. Stephen’s Basilica: A magnificent basilica with a stunning interior and a panoramic view from its dome.
- Great Market Hall: A vibrant market o@ering local produce, meats, pastries, spices, and souvenirs.
- Citadella: Located on Gellért Hill, providing panoramic views of Budapest.
What's Included
What's Included
- 1/ 2/ 3-Days Budapest Hop-On, Hop-Off Ticket (Based on option selected)
- Audio Guide in 16 lanugages
- Complimentary headphones are provided for you to keep
- Guided Walking Tour
- River Cruise
- Free Wi-Fi
Schedule
Red Route:
- Schedule: Buses running between 10:00am to 5:00pm with every 10-20 minutes frequency
- Full Loop: 90 Minutes (approx.)
- Departure Location: Stop #1 Basilica (Bus stop in front of St. Stephen's Basilica)
Guided Walking Tour:
- Tour Time: 11:00am
- Meeting Point: Stop #1 (Basilica), End Point: Stop #2 (Chain Bridge)
- Duration: 1 hour
- Guide: English
- How to redeem: Please present your ticket to Big Bus Tours staff before joining the walking tour.
River Cruise:
- Timings: 12.00, 13.30, 15.00, 16.30, 17.00, 18.00.
- Departure Location: Dock 6 (Pesti alsó rkp. 8., 1052 Budapest. Look for the red Big Bus sign. Closest stop: #13)
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Audio Guide: Available in 8 languages
- Service Provider: MAHART Passnave
Redemption Info
- You can board the buses from any designated bus stop.
- At our bus stops, provide the staff member with your printed or mobile ticket, and they will give you a receipt that you may use to board the Big Bus.
- Throughout the time that your ticket is valid, this receipt is required.
- When the bus is being boarded, a Big Bus Tours employee will verify the code on the ticket.
- The company or bus operator will not provide a refund if a voucher or ticket is misplaced.
- How to redeem Walking Tour: Please show your booking voucher to the Big Bus Tours streer staff before starting the tour.
- How to redeem River Cruise: Present your Big Bus Tour ticket when purchasing a Danube river cruise ticket at Dock 6 (Vigadó 6-os dokk), Jane Haining rakpart, 1052 Budapest, and enjoy 30% off the ticket price.
Know Before You Go
Voucher Validity:
- Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the 6 months from the date of purchase.
Important Info:
- There may be disruptions due to weather, traffic, and events. Refunds due to weather will not be issued unless the service is suspended due to weather.
- Infants will continue to travel free of charge and without a ticket while placed on the lap of a paying adult (up to two infants per adult). If the infant needs a separate individual seat, a kid category ticket must be ordered.
- Multiday tickets may only be used on consecutive days.
- Complimentary ear phones are provided, or you may use your own wired earbuds with a jack plug.
- Mobile App: Download "Big Bus Tours" mobile app to find the nearest bus stops, interactive route map, daily operational updates and city monuments.
- Road closures and heavy traffic can result in delays, reduced trips, and route modifications. We'll make every effort to deliver a seamless and regular service! Under these circumstances, there will be no refund.
- River Cruise: Seats are allocated on a first-come first-served basis, we highly recommend customers to arrive to the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure.
Cancellation Policy
- To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time.
- If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
- Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time.
- You must contact us through email. The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.
Disclaimer
- There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
- Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
- The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can easily book tours and activities through our website. Simply browse our destinations, select your preferred tour, choose your date and number of participants, and complete the secure online payment process. You'll receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase.
After booking, you'll receive a voucher via email. For hop-on-hop-off tours, exchange your voucher with the bus driver or staff at any designated stop to receive your physical ticket. For other activities, present your voucher (digital or printed) at the meeting point specified in your booking confirmation. Keep your ticket safe throughout the tour validity period.
We accept all major credit/debit cards. You can pay with a VISA debit or credit card, a MasterCard debit or credit card, Maestro, Visa Electron or American Express card.
Please note: We are based in the United Kingdom. Depending on your bank, an international transaction fee may apply. For more details about potential charges, please contact your card provider directly.
Yes. Your payment is absolutely safe with us. All transactions are protected with SSL encryption and processed securely. With our secure online payment system, your information is encrypted and protected against fraud. We use industry-standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) protocols to safeguard data transfer, and all personal information is stored in secure environments not accessible to the public.
You will receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase. If you do not receive it within a few minutes, please check your spam/junk folder.If any activity requires manual confirmation from the supplier/ tour operator, your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.
Still haven’t received it? Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com and our team will be happy to assist you.
Your reference number will be displayed on the confirmation page after you complete your booking and in the confirmation email you receive once your tour is confirmed. All booking reference numbers begin with “ACTXXXX”.
If you don't receive your confirmation email within 30 minutes of booking, please check your spam/junk folder first. If it's not there, contact our customer support at booking@activity-crest.com with your payment details and booking information. We'll resend your confirmation and voucher immediately.
Yes. You can modify your booking after purchase. Modifications depend on the specific tour's terms and conditions. Some bookings allow date changes up to 24-48 hours before the tour, while others may have stricter policies. Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com as soon as possible if you need to modify your booking. Please note that changes may be subject to availability and additional fees.
Please bring a printed copy of your ticket voucher. Some local suppliers also accept vouchers shown on a mobile device (check the activity page for details). A valid photo ID is required for the traveler named on the ticket. For certain activities, a valid ID for each participant may be required – this will be clearly stated on your ticket.
Our cancellation policy varies by tours. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. For specific cancellation terms and refund conditions, please check the individual tour page before booking. To cancel your booking, contact us at booking@activity-crest.com with your booking reference number.
Customer Reviews
4.5
based on 2,096 reviews
Rating Distribution
"As first-time visitors, this tour was exactly what we needed. It provided an excellent overview of the city while making every destination easy and enjoyable to explore."
"The buses appeared worn, and some advertised stops were missed without explanation. Poor communication and unreliable service made the overall sightseeing experience frustrating rather than enjoyable."
"The bus simplified our entire trip. Clear routes, frequent departures, and comfortable seating helped us visit famous attractions without worrying about maps or complicated public transportation."
"Riding on the upper deck was the highlight of our vacation. Stunning city views, fresh air, and entertaining commentary made every mile enjoyable and memorable."
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