Fine Wines & Ruin Bars
Budapest, Hungary
From USD 80.23
Office phone number: +36 30 714 2551
Fine Wines & Ruin Bars
Budapest, Hungary
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Wine makes an excellent pairing for history, don’t you think? Discover Budapest old and new through its stylish wine bars, ruin bars, and underground hangouts. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the city’s bar scene in the most eclectic part of Budapest, accompanied of course by the best Hungarian wines and local finger foods.
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Highlights
- Discover hidden gems in the Soho of Budapest
- Experience happy hour in five of the coolest local watering holes
- Get a taste of Hungarian wine in all its forms: red, white, and spritzer!
- Get the local gossip over traditional snacks and learn the history of the Jewish ghetto with drink in hand
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- On this tour, you visit smaller wine bars that have connections to Hungarian winemakers. The selection of the wines and regions changes from tour to tour, but our goal is to always highlight 3-4 different wine regions of the country.
- Your tour takes place in the buffer zone of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Andrássy Avenue. The Jewish Quarter is situated just next to it and as such, it cannot be altered dramatically, which helps preserve the cultural integrity of the area.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Deák Ferenc Square, in front of the stairs to a small, white church, opposite Starbucks.
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- Starting time: 5.00 PM
- Ending point:
Kadarka wine bar on Kiraly Street.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 5 glasses of Hungarian wine and drinks (3 glasses of wine, 1 choice of rosé wine or local beer, 1 shot), selection of small snacks.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, tips and gratuities for your guide.
Get ready to discover the best wine venues and ruin bars in Budapest! We’re going to share our favourite city stories with you, paired alongside some of the best Hungarian wines.
We’ll start our evening adventure in the main junction of the city and wander over to the Old Jewish ghetto to discover the coolest local hangouts by night. Beginning with classic spritzers, moving on to easy-going whites, and following those up with dark, full-bodied reds. And of course, Budapest’s night scene wouldn’t be complete without a traditional Hungarian drink to top it all off!
After our welcome drink and short stroll through the city’s streets, we’ll head over to the former Jewish quarter to learn the rich history of this neighbourhood, often known as the Soho of Budapest. In line with its late 19th-century elegance and the 21st-century lifestyle, our Budapest walking tour continues to a local wine-lovers hangout with a cool cellar ambiance. Over a glass of white, we’ll explore the importance of wine to local Hungarian culture.
Our stroll continues into the streets of the 7th District, where we’ll stop to see the first ruin bar of the city, for a glass of rosé or a choice of local beer. Then, it’s onwards to another bar, with each stop giving you a completely different atmosphere to experience. As we move along, you’ll learn about old and new Budapest, and see how quickly the city scenes change with just a few minutes of walking.
Our final stop will be at a place you couldn’t find on your own — off the beaten track, this locals’ favorite venue serves the best variety of reds in the city. We wouldn’t let you miss out on this hidden gem! After the tour, you may want to stick around the neighbourhood for another drink and a late-night bite. Be sure to ask your local guide what other watering holes make them happy!
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 5 glasses of Hungarian wine and drinks (3 glasses of wine, 1 choice of rosé wine or local beer, 1 shot), selection of small snacks.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, tips and gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Comfortable walking shoes
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Additional Information: This tour is not suitable for travellers under the age of 18.
Closure of sites: Tours are altered to the opening time of sites to be visited.
Child Policy: Children and teens under age 18 are not permitted to join this tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +36 30 714 2551
Email address: info@budapesturbanadventures.com
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