Discover Budapest’s Jewish Quarter, visit historic synagogues, and taste traditional pastries on this immersive private city walk.
Discover Budapest’s Jewish Quarter, visit historic synagogues, and taste traditional pastries on this immersive private city walk.
- Jewish Quarter - Explore sites like the remnants of the wall that once enclosed the former ghetto and the yellow-star houses.
- Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga) - Also known as the Dohány Street Synagogue, it is the largest active synagogue in Europe. Marvel at its stunning architecture and learn about its turbulent history. A full…
- Jewish Quarter - Explore sites like the remnants of the wall that once enclosed the former ghetto and the yellow-star houses.
- Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga) - Also known as the Dohány Street Synagogue, it is the largest active synagogue in Europe. Marvel at its stunning architecture and learn about its turbulent history. A full tour of the building is available upon request for an additional entrance fee.
- Kazinczy Street Synagogue - TEMPORARILY CLOSED for renovations, so entry is not possible at this time, but it can be viewed from the outside. Built in the 1910s, this synagogue offers insights into the rich culture and history of Budapest’s Jewish community and showcases the Art Nouveau architecture of the era. Entry is currently restricted due to a community ban.
- Rumbach Street Synagogue - Recently renovated, this building boasts remarkable architecture and a significant historical role, remaining a vital part of Budapest’s Jewish community. The tour does not include tickets for entry, but a visit inside can be arranged upon request.
- Carl Lutz Memorial - A public statue and memorial honoring the Swiss diplomat who saved thousands of Jewish lives during the Holocaust. Here, the story of Carl Lutz and the era’s horrors are recounted, highlighting his exemplary courage and kindness.
- Szimpla Kert - A key attraction in the VII district, known for its ruin bars. Szimpla Kert stands out with its unique design and atmosphere, drawing visitors from around the globe.
- Shoes on the Danube Bank - A poignant memorial for those who were shot into the Danube during the Arrow Cross terror.
- Kiraly Street - At Kiraly St. No. 15, discover an original segment of the Budapest Great Ghetto, where the history of the world’s second-largest WWII ghetto is shared.

- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
Join a stroll through the 7th District Jewish Quarter in Budapest to delve into the vibrant history of the Hungarian Jewish Community. Discover the transformations the district has undergone since the 1990s, evolving into the city’s bohemian quarter while gradually reclaiming its historical charm. This tour includes visits to three significant…
Join a stroll through the 7th District Jewish Quarter in Budapest to delve into the vibrant history of the Hungarian Jewish Community. Discover the transformations the district has undergone since the 1990s, evolving into the city’s bohemian quarter while gradually reclaiming its historical charm. This tour includes visits to three significant synagogues: the Dohány Street Synagogue, the Kazinczy Street Orthodox Synagogue, and the newly renovated Rumbach Street Synagogue. Additionally, explore other sites connected to the Jewish community’s dynamic history in this area of Budapest. Upon request, the tour can extend to the Shoes on the Danube Memorial near the Parliament building. Experience more of the Jewish heritage by sampling traditional Jewish pastries.
P.S: Please be aware that tours booked for Friday afternoons or Saturdays may not include entry to the synagogues due to religious observances.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- The tour is not recommended on Saturdays because due to the Jewish holidays the synagogues are closed.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.