Budapest: Saint Stephen's Basilica Guided Tour with Panoramic City Views

Experience the grandeur of Budapest’s Saint Stephen’s Basilica on a guided tour. Marvel at the stunning statues and frescoes, and see the mummified hand of King Saint Stephen. Upgrade for panoramic city views and access to the church’s treasury and history exhibition.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • St. Stephen’s Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika) - You will visit the church, go to the lookout terrace around the dome, and have the possibility to visit the treasury and history exhibition.
What's Included
  • Tour guiding
  • Entrance ticket
Additional Information

Embark on a guided exploration of the most significant religious structure in Hungary’s capital, brimming with countless statues and frescoes. Discover the world’s most ancient human hand: the preserved right hand of the first King of Hungary, Saint Stephen, from 1038. Added features of the tour encompass: An observation deck on the dome offering…

Location
Szent István tér 2
Szent István tér
Meet your guide in front of the Basilica Ticket Office. It is on the square, 50 meters to the right from the steps of St Stephen's Basilica, next to Starbucks coffee shop. Your tour guide will hold a sign GUIDED TOUR, staying a few meters away at Starbucks, if there is a crowd at the ticket office.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Stephen_b
Jul 18, 2025
Well worth while - Interior of the basilica is astonishing and we were taken around it by a friendly and knowledgeable guide.
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Neil_h
Jul 16, 2025
Recommended tour - Our tour guide was knowledgable and personable. I would recommend a tour of this cathedral as it has many interesting and unique historical parts.
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Missvoyage1
Jun 19, 2025
Budapest Basilica - The basilica was redone at the time of covid. It's a jewel. We are amazed by the richness of the scenery, chandeliers, paintings etc... We're full of them. Symbols are hidden everywhere. This cathedral is absolutely beautiful.
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Tabithaeastbourne
Jun 13, 2025
A friendly and informative tour enjoyed by my husband and I - We really enjoyed our tour, the guide was very relaxed and friendly, but informative. There were 6 people on our tour which was ideal
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Suzan_s
Jun 8, 2025
Lovely tour - The guide wasn’t feeling well but she still did a lovely job on the tour. She apologized for being late and not having the sign we were to look for but she made an effort to find all the participants and gather us.
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Patrick_c
Jun 6, 2025
Outstanding! - Our guide was informative, knowledgeable, and prepared. Her passion for giving us great information was exceptional. We all enjoyed it. My husband and friends all felt the same way.
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Fiona
Jun 1, 2025
Well worth the visit. - A beautiful Basilica, definitely a 'must see'. Our guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. Don't forget to book the option with the Treasury and Dome, there's a lift!! Well worth seeing and hearing the history behind it.
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Maryjane_h
May 29, 2025
Don’t miss this tour!! - One of the most beautiful churches we have ever seen!! Great tour with a lovely guide. One time and on point.
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Susanfc3675ct
Jun 15, 2025
Gorgeous inside - Inside is fantastic, didn't take the stairs to go down and see the treasure To warm that day? But did go up to the tower staircase wasn't too bad. They were a bit narrow.
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Jerry_m
Jun 30, 2025
Incredible views and building but a tad too long. - Petra was WONDERFUL. That said, I don’t think a guided tour was necessary. Spent probably 2x there than needed. It’s beautiful….and the view from the top is a must. It was brutally hot. We waited an extra 15 minutes for some no-shows….while that’s nice, they made no contact so we should have started 5 minutes max. Would suggest cutting back to 30 minutes. Still a great experience.
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).