Budapest: Buda Castle District Vampires and Myths Night Tour

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Budapest: Buda Castle District Vampires and Myths Night Tour
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Top rated
4.6505203 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.6505203 out of 5 stars
2787 reviews

Experience Budapest's iconic Buda Castle district on a guided walking tour after dark. Let your Gothic-adorned narrator tell you macabre stories of medieval battles, vampires, and Hungarian folk tales.

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Duration 110 minutes - 2 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

K
Katharina – Germany

Amazing tour with a wonderful guide. He really made the stories come to life and the time flew by. Plus, great views of the castle hill in the night.

D
Daniel – Australia

The tour was amazing, we had the most enthusiastic Vampire Bernadette trying her hardest to hypnotise us with her stories of Budapest's dark history. Had to check our bodies when we got home for bite marks! 10/10!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Zero Kilometre Stone

  • On foot

    (5 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Buda Castle

    Photo stop, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • On foot

    (3 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Statue of Prince Eugene of Savoy

    Photo stop, Sightseeing (8 minutes)

  • On foot

    (1 minute)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Fountain of King Matthias

    Visit, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • On foot

    (2 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    The House of Houdini

    Visit, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • On foot

    (2 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Matthias Church

    Sightseeing (15 minutes)

  • On foot

    (1 minute)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Fisherman's Bastion

    Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Zero Kilometre Stone

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Dig into the myths of the Buda Castle District in Budapest on a walking tour
  • Hear chilling tales of vampires, including Vlad Dracula and Elizabeth Báthory
  • Experience the enchanting atmosphere of the Buda Castle District by night
  • Gaze up at the iconic Buda Castle and learn about those who lived there
  • Follow your actor guide through the magical streets of Budapest at night

Full description

Join your Gothic-attired guide on a night tour of the infamous Buda Castle District. Stroll beneath the stars and slip into a world of legends, bloody history, dark creatures, and chilling tales that unfolded in the very streets you walk.

Far from the crowds of Pest, meet your actor guide and embark on your nighttime adventure. The tour starts from the bottom of the castle hill, but if you wish, you can meet the guide and group once they have reached the top.

Explore Budapest's enchanting history and admire the spectacular Buda Castle, where Hungarian rulers once toiled deep into the night. Hear stories of cruelty and learn about the despicable actions of Elizabeth Bathory, the bloody countess.

Discover how the Romanian prince Vlad Dracula ended up in the prison of Buda Castle and journey into Hungary's dark past, where, according to legend, vampires and other creatures of the night roamed the streets and villages.

Includes

  • Walking tour
  • Actor/guide in a period costume
  • Entry to attractions seen
  • Jump scares

Meeting point

Meet at the Kilometre Zero Stone, which is located at the bottom of the Buda Castle Hill, by the funicular entrance (Clark Adam Square), a few meters away from the Chain Bridge (Buda side). If you do not wish to walk up the hill, consider taking the funicular and meeting the group on top of the hill; in this case please inform the activity provider in advance.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Umbrella

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Baby carriages
  • Party groups

Know before you go

  • The tour includes an uphill walk and two flights of stairs. If you wish to skip the stairs, meet the guide at the bottom to be directed to a funicular (fee not included)
  • This tour takes place outside and operates in rain or shine
  • During the walking tour, you will be allowed to take photos only. Short videos are permitted, but long video and audio recordings are prohibited during the walking tour

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 2787 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Katharina – GermanyMay 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing tour with a wonderful guide. He really made the stories come to life and the time flew by. Plus, great views of the castle hill in the night.
D
Daniel – AustraliaMay 17, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour was amazing, we had the most enthusiastic Vampire Bernadette trying her hardest to hypnotise us with her stories of Budapest's dark history. Had to check our bodies when we got home for bite marks! 10/10!
J
Joseph – United KingdomMay 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Fabian was witty, charming and interactive; he was very entertaining and it was so interesting to hear about Hungarian folklore. Also seeing Budapest at night from Buda Castle is something else. 10/10 would recommend!

Product ID: 59444

Activity provider:Mysterium Tours

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