Uncover the secrets of Budapest’s ‘goulash communism’ on a private walking tour with a historian guide. Explore the city’s totalitarian past and discover why Hungary was known as ‘the happiest barrack in the Soviet Bloc.’
- Hungarian Parliament Building - Traveling by subway to Kossuth Square in front of Parliament, we explore monuments from the 1956 revolution, before continuing to Liberty Square where we discuss aspects of the Cold War before the US Embassy, the monument to the Soviet Army, the statue of Ronald Reagan and an atomic shelter.
- 3-hour guided walk with a private historian guide
- Tram and metro tickets (Your guide will assist you in purchasing the required tickets if you do not already have a transport pass)
Accompanied by a historian, this private walking tour of 3 hours enables you to understand the concept of “goulash communism” of Budapest’s several decades under autocratic rule, the lenient despotism where Hungarians were granted some freedoms as long as they complied with essential matters. Discover why, despite the hardships endured by Budapest’s residents under the communist rule, Hungary was referred to as “the most cheerful camp in the Soviet Bloc.”
- Your guides are local historians who are also enthusiastic hosts and passionate storytellers. We love helping travelers from all over the world discover Budapest.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.