Free Tour of the Jewish Quarter and World War II

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Explore Budapest's Jewish Quarter: From Historical Landmark to Cultural Heart

Join us on a vibrant journey through Budapest's Jewish Quarter , where deep history meets cultural effervescence. This tour is not only a testament to Jewish resilience and history, but also a celebration of the area's transformation in the epicenter of the city's nightlife and urban art.

Why Choose This Tour?

• Historical Depth : With expert guides in history, art history, and tourism, we'll explore how World War II and the Holocaust shaped Budapest, giving you a deep understanding that goes beyond the history books.

• Culture and Fun : Explore the Ruin Bars and urban art neighborhood, a unique mix of history and modernity.

• Living Heritage : While we reveal the rich Jewish history, we also celebrate its vibrant cultural legacy that endures in every corner of the neighborhood.

• Duality : Discover how the neighborhood has gone from being a ghetto during World War II to becoming the most lively and alternative area of Budapest, full of colorful murals and unique bars.

BOOK YOUR CULTURAL ADVENTURE NOW.

This tour offers a perfect blend of historical depth and cultural exuberance, ideal for those looking to understand the past while enjoying Budapest's vibrant present. Don't wait any longer and join us on this unique tour!

Detailed Tour Itinerary:

🟢 Great Synagogue of Budapest 🕍
Majestic Start: We begin at the largest Synagogue in Europe, revealing why it is called the “Jewish Cathedral”. Discover the secrets and stunning architecture of this iconic site.

🟢 The Battle of Budapest.
A Warlike Past: Before we enter the former ghetto, we will explore the events of the Battle of Budapest, one of the most intense and least-known confrontations of World War II.

🟢 Synagogue Cemetery and Tree of Life 🌳
Emotional Tribute: We will visit the peaceful cemetery of the synagogue where the Tree of Life stands, a moving tribute to the victims of deportations during the Holocaust.

🟢 Orthodox Synagogue and Jewish Culture.
Living Culture: Learn the shocking story of Raoul Wallenberg. From there, we will walk to the Orthodox Synagogue, immersing ourselves in Jewish culture with its rituals, costumes, kosher food and other curiosities.

🟢 Monument to Carl Lutz.
Righteous Among the Nations 🫂: A stop to honor Carl Lutz and other heroes who played a crucial role in saving lives during dark times.

🟢 Urban Art and Ruin Bars.
Modern Culture 🎨: As we walk through the neighborhood, we will enjoy the vibrant street art and get to know the famous Ruin Bars, which are the essence of Budapest's alternative scene.

🟢 Stumbling Stones and Status Quo Synagogue.
History and Mysteries: We will follow the "stumbling blocks" to the third synagogue on our tour, Status Quo. Discover the history behind its curious name and its connection to the past and music.

🟢 The Ghetto Wall.
Lasting Testimony: We will conclude our tour in front of the impressive Budapest Ghetto Wall, the last vestige of the Holocaust in this city, where we will talk about the impact of Nazism in Hungary.

Tour Details:

• Meeting Point: Great Synagogue of Budapest.
• Completion: Ghetto Wall on Kiraly Street.
• Duration: Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

Frequent questions:

- Can I pay in Euros? Yes. We accept Euros, Dollars and Florins.
- Can I pay by card? No, but our guides have Bizzum or Revolut, for those who don't have cash.
- Where does the tour start and end? It starts at the Great Synagogue and ends on Kiraly Street, next to the Ghetto Wall.

REQUIREMENTS:

-A minimum of 6 people is required for the tour to depart

-We do not accept large group bookings on Free Tours. Group bookings of 6 or more people who want to attend must pay 8 euros or 3500 huf per person at the start. Otherwise, the guide may not admit them. (This also applies if a group of 6 or more, make multiple reservations. For example: you are a group of 10 friends, and you make 2 reservations of 5 people)