Budapest: Buda Castle Cave Tour

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Activity provider:Duna-Ipoly Nemzeti Park Igazgatóság
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Budapest: Buda Castle Cave Tour
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4.7246275 out of 5 stars
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4.7246275 out of 5 stars
4296 reviews

Explore the labyrinth cave system under the Buda Castle District as you learn about the history and unique geology of the caverns.

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Duration 40 minutes - 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English

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Louise – United Kingdom

It was a very hot day and it was really nice to visit the 12°c cave, felt very refreshing. Our guide Laszlo was welcoming and friendly and led us through explaining the history of the caves in an entertaining way. Really enjoyed this rare treat, go while you still can (spoiler. ... they have regularly shut the caves and banned access to the public for 20+years)

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Thorsten – United Arab Emirates

Super tour. Vicky was a great guide. Highly recommendable.

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Highlights

  • Discover the mystical cave system underneath the Buda Castle
  • Learn about the geology and the unique history of the area
  • Marvel at the natural limestone caverns and 800-year-old man-made cellars
  • Participate in a true time travel in one of the most extraordinary caves of Hungary

Full description

Explore a part of the network of underground tunnels under Castle Hill with your guide. Learn more about the history and role of the cave tunnels and their geology.


Admire the natural limestone and the manpower that went into creating this labyrinth cave system.

Meet for the cave tour either at Trinity Square (Szentháromság tér) or for the shorter tour option at Dárda Street, where you enter the Buda Castle underground cave system.


After a short introduction, you will start your tour and learn about the history of the labyrinth-like of the cave system which once served as wine cellars, bomb shelters, and even a medieval prison.


Admire the natural limestone caverns and the 800-year-old man-made cellars in one of the most unique caves of Hungary.


The tour is a journey through time during where you will be able to learn a lot about not only the geology of the Buda Castle but also about the combined work of man and nature throughout many centuries.

Includes

  • Walking tour
  • Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with claustrophobia
  • Wheelchair users
  • Visually impaired people

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Clothes that can get dirty
  • Closed-toe shoes

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Baby strollers
  • Smoking
  • Food and drinks
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Littering
  • Baby carriages
  • Video recording

Know before you go

  • Tour times are announced some weeks or days before the actual tour.
  • The temperature inside the cave is 12°C (54°F) so please dress accordingly
  • The regular walking tour route is roughly 1.5 km (1 mile) long. The tours take place in a cave on paved roads with lighting
  • Caves do not have cell phone service
  • Your clothes and shoes may get dirty when you lean on walls or if the road gets a bit muddy
  • Children under the age of 3 are not permitted to join this tour
  • The tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues or with claustrophobia
  • This tour is unfortunately not accessible for wheelchair users
  • Unruly or disruptive customers will be escorted out of the cave without a refund
  • Customers under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away by the tour guide without a refund.
  • By entering the cave all participants automatically accept full compliance with the tour guide's instructions, including adherence to all written and/or verbal regulations and prohibitions.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 4296 reviews

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  • Value for money
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Louise – United KingdomJune 13, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a very hot day and it was really nice to visit the 12°c cave, felt very refreshing. Our guide Laszlo was welcoming and friendly and led us through explaining the history of the caves in an entertaining way. Really enjoyed this rare treat, go while you still can (spoiler. ... they have regularly shut the caves and banned access to the public for 20+years)
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Thorsten – United Arab EmiratesJune 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Super tour. Vicky was a great guide. Highly recommendable.
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Ernest – GibraltarJune 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent. Interesting place with much history surrounding it. The visit was made outstanding thanks to the fantastic guide. She was knowledgeable and passionate and had great presentational skills.

Product ID: 391260

Activity provider:Duna-Ipoly Nemzeti Park Igazgatóság

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