Jewish Cuisine and Culture Walk

Experience Budapest’s Jewish food renaissance, taste traditional (and modern) dishes, and gain a deeper understanding of Hungary’s Jewish history and culture.
Mini group
4 hrs
Group size up to 8 persons
Mobile ticket
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
English

These days the seventh district is one of Budapest’s hippest neighborhoods, known for its quirky bars, cool cafés, hidden art galleries, and cutting-edge design shops. Before World War Two it was one of Europe’s largest Jewish communities, and it remains the center of Jewish life in Hungary today. By the early 18th century the neighborhood had become a melting pot of religions and ethnicities. During the war Jews were herded into these streets, walls were put up, and a ghetto was created where the majority of Jews survived the war.

This walking tour focuses on the area’s history and culture, with a special emphasis on exploring and tasting Jewish-Hungarian cuisine in several styles. We will discuss the neighborhood’s past, including its more recent past during which many historic buildings were demolished, altering the fabric of the neighborhood. You will see the neighborhood’s four synagogues, which have long been focal points of Budapest’s Jewish society.

You will also see the modern face of the district, including fabulous murals and street art, fun design shops, and great cafés. Though the neighborhood today can claim to have some of the most diverse culinary offerings in Budapest, the tour will focus on the dynamic Jewish cuisine found here. Do come hungry, as the tour will include tastings of several Hungarian-Jewish specialties which could be (depending on the day): sausages, matzo ball soup, gefilte fish, Jewish eggs, cholent, roasted goose, and flódni. You’ll leave the tour with a full belly, as well as a deeper understanding of Hungary’s Jewish history, culture, and cuisine.

Important information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• This tour is available any day of the week (rain or shine) except for Hungarian national holidays (due to venue closings). Special note: you will not be admitted to synagogues on Saturdays!
• This is a small group tour (which means minimum of 2 guests and maximum of 8 guests). If you would rather have a private tour (which can be customized), please make sure you choose that option when booking
• Although there will be plenty of eating breaks, be prepared to cover a lot of ground on your feet during this tour. Unfortunately this tour is not wheelchair accessible
• Minimum numbers of 2 apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Not suitable for:

• Wheelchair users
• Vegans

This
excursion
in a mini-group
Small group
There will be a maximum of 10 members in the group with you
More benefit
It will cost less than an individual one, but will pass in the same comfort
Guide near
In a small group, you will get more attention from the guide
€101.88
per person
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Online Booking
Price
Adult (Age 15-99)
€101.88
per person
Children (Age 5-14)
€61.13
per person
For any payment method you must book a ticket through the booking form below and receive confirmation by e-mail and (or) SMS.
What is included in activity

• Food-specialized guide who is well-versed in Jewish history
• Walk around the seventh district, with many stops at interesting venues
• Food and drink tastings at 4-6 venues
• Full Jewish lunch

What is not included

• Gratuities (optional)

What places you will see

• Jewish Quarter

Activity book period
You can book tour up to 3 hours in advance.
Languages in what activity is performed
English
Directions to meet your guide

Budapest, Madách Imre tér, 1075 Magyarország

How long your tour will be
4 hrs
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