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Communism in Hungary with a Historian

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Budapest, Hungary

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Overview

Experience the remnants of Communism in the capital of Hungary as they come alive during this tour through an expert historical commentary and family stories.

We are committed to tell the history of modern Hungary as objectively and factually as possible while we are happy to include our own personal opinion and personal life experiences.

The tour includes seeing parts of Buda and Pest as well as a drink at a cult café which opened in 1961 and hasn't changed much since.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Included drink in a cult, Communist style cafe
  • Tickets for subway (public transportation)

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Budapest
    Erzsébet tér, 1051 Hungary

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Budapest
    Frankel Leó út, 1027 Hungary

    We end the tour usually in Bambi Cafe on the Buda side close to the center and Margaret bridge. On colder / wet days we often end on the Pest side in the center close to where we begin the tour.

    What To Expect

    Elizabeth Square

    Former Stalin square with interesting monuments and stories
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

    We talk about the churches and religious life during Communism, mentioning our family stories. We walk by the church and see it from the outside.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Szabadsag ter

    See remnants of Communism from memorials through statues and embassies (and even part of a bunker from the outside) with stories making them alive.
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    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Hungarian Parliament Building

    We cover one of the most important events of the 1956 revolution - the so-called "Bloody Thursday" which happened on Kossuth square, in front of the Parliament.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Communism in Hungary with a Historian?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-106046P2

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    • Tea and coffeeIncluded drink in a cult, Communist style cafe
    • Tickets for subway (public transportation)

    Additional Info

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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Cancellation Policy

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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