Explore the Heart of Jewish Heritage on the Budapest Jewish Walk
Discover Budapest's rich Jewish history and cultural heritage through an enlightening guided walk in the historic Jewish Quarter.
The Budapest Jewish Walk offers an immersive experience into the rich Jewish heritage of Budapest. This guided tour takes you through the historic Jewish Quarter, showcasing significant sites, synagogues, and stories that have shaped the culture and identity of the Jewish community in Hungary.
A brief summary to Budapest Jewish Walk
- Wesselényi utca 21, Budapest, District VII., 1077, HU
- +36304276699
- Visit website
Local tips
- Book your tour in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons, to secure your spot.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves a fair amount of walking on cobblestone streets.
- Take time to explore the local shops and cafes after the tour for a taste of Jewish cuisine.
- Consider joining a night tour for a different perspective on the Jewish Quarter, illuminated beautifully after dark.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are already in the Jewish Quarter, head towards Wesselényi utca. From any location in the Quarter, look for signs pointing towards the Great Synagogue or the Kazinczy Street Synagogue, both of which are key landmarks. Wesselényi utca is just a few minutes' walk from either synagogue. Once you reach Wesselényi utca, continue walking until you reach number 21. The Budapest Jewish Walk is located right at this address.
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Public Transport - Tram
If you prefer to use public transport, you can take Tram 4 or 6. Locate the nearest tram stop in the Jewish Quarter, such as the 'Wesselényi utca - Király utca' stop. Board the tram and ride to 'Wesselényi utca - Rákóczi út'. Once you disembark, walk back along Wesselényi utca towards number 21. Be sure to purchase a ticket before getting on the tram; a single ticket costs 350 HUF. Validate your ticket upon boarding.
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Public Transport - Bus
You can also take Bus 7 or 73. Find the nearest bus stop in the Jewish Quarter, such as 'Rákóczi tér'. Board the bus and get off at the next stop, 'Király utca'. From there, walk along Király utca until it intersects with Wesselényi utca. Turn left on Wesselényi utca and continue walking until you reach number 21. Remember to purchase a ticket before boarding; a single ticket costs 350 HUF.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Kazinczy u.
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Klauzál u. 10
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Heroes' Temple
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Dob u.
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Dohány Street Synagogue
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Hungarian Jewish Museum and Archives
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Jewish Ghetto Wall Fragment
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Madách Imre tér
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Andrássy út
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Gutenberg tér
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Palais Krausz
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Ruin Bars Budapest
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Szimpla Kert
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Szimpla Sunday Farmers' Market
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Refugee Mural
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Kazinczy Street Synagogue
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Sasz-Chevra Orthodox Grand Synagogue
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Ghetto Memorial Wall
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synagogue
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Amazing Metal Art Gallery
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Essential places to dine
Fat Mama
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Gettó Gulyás
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Bors Gastro Bar
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Araz Restaurant
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Cirkusz Café
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Vintage Garden
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Szimpla Design Shop
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ESZKA
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Ever After Budapest Vintage & Design Shop
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Weinberger Judaica
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Gozsdu Weekend Market
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Judapest
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Printa Design Shop
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Ludovika
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Sark 2
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SEVEN Cocktail Bar
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Warm Up Cocktail bar
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DZZS Bar
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