Budapest Jewish Heritage Memorial Walking Tour & Synagogue Entry
Dive into Budapest’s fascinating Jewish history, culture and heritage on a walking tour led by a local guide. With one of the largest Jewish communities in Middle and Eastern Europe, Budapest is full of historic Jewish quarters, memorials and synagogues, each with their own unique story and significance. Visit the Jewish Museum, Dohány Street Synagogue, Raul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park, the old Jewish quarter, Kazinczy Street Synagogue and more while learning about Hungary's complicated Jewish history over the centuries.
Budapest Dohany Synagogue & Hungarian Jewish Museum & free extras
Visit the Dohany street synagogue and Hungarian Jewish Museum without standing in line. Pay only for the admission, the guided tour and the priority entry are free. Visitors of Budapest can get acquainted with the Hungarian Jewish history, the dark period of the Holocaust and today's vibrant Jewish life during this program. Languages depend on availability, English is guaranteed at the bookable times. Europe's largest synagogue is a must see in Budapest. With its special architecture, breathtaking interior it fascinates every visitor. During the tour you will see also the Holocaust Cemetery, the Raoul Wallenberg Memorial Park with the Weeping Willow Tree of Life, the Circle of the Righteous Gentiles, the Heroes' Temple synagogue (unless it is closed for ceremonial preparations). Explore the collection of the Hungarian Jewish Museum, the II World War exhibition and other temporary exhibitions at leisure.
A private, personalised, walking tour to the Budapest Jewish Quarter revealing the heritage area which was actually a ghetto during WWII and is one of the most popular places of the city with the still perceptible, beautiful past. In spite of the the terrible history of the 20th century Hungarian Jewish communities, Jewish culture has a revival in Budapest with the largest Central and Eastern European Jewish community living here. Budapest Jewish Walk brings you exactly to the heart of this district and will tell you its past and present.
Explore the Historic Jewish Quarter, one of the oldest and most popular parts of Budapest! This living quarter is uniquely characterised by the culture of the Jewish community (the largest Jewish community of about 80 000 people lives in Budapest, in East-Central Europe) that settled down here centuries ago. The third largest synagogue in the world (the second largest one in Europe), the Jewish Museum and Archives with a rich collection and the most important Jewish religious and cultural institutions are located here. The quarter has been on the list of the UNESCO World Heritage since 2002. Let's discover the history, costumes, traditions and festivals together! PLEASE NOTE, THAT THE SYNAGOGUES AND THE MUSEUM ARE CLOSED ON FRIDAYS' AFTERNOON AND ON SATURDAYS' BECOUSE OF THE 'SABBATH'!
Immerse yourself in the Jewish history and heritage of Budapest with a Fast Track ticket to the Dohány Street Synagogue, the largest synagogue in Europe and one of the city's most important monuments. Admire the splendid Moorish-style architecture, the imposing twin towers, the decorated facade, and the elegant interiors of the prayer hall. The ticket also includes access to the Hungarian Jewish Museum, where you can discover the culture, traditions, and history of the Jewish community. Complete the visit with the exhibition on the Budapest Ghetto, the Lapidarium, the historic cemetery, and the Raoul Wallenberg Memorial Park, where the evocative Tree of Life, dedicated to the memory of Hungarian Holocaust victims, is located.