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Hungarian State Opera House Tickets

Opened in 1884, the Hungarian State Opera House is a Neo-Renaissance masterpiece designed by Miklós Ybl, celebrated for its richly gilded interiors, grand staircase, and ornate chandeliers. As one of Europe’s most prestigious opera venues, it has hosted legendary composers, iconic premieres, and continues to showcase Hungary’s enduring musical heritage.
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Heroes' Square in Budapest, Hungary with Millennium Monument and statues.

Budapest: 3-Hour Grand City Tour and Castle Walk

3 hrs
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  • Opt for a live-guided city tour of Budapest with multilingual expert commentary, making it easy to follow stories and insights in your chosen language.

  • Travel in comfort with air-conditioned bus transport, ensuring a smooth and well-organized sightseeing experience from start to finish.

  • Discover Budapest’s most iconic landmarks, including Castle Hill, Heroes’ Square, and the Danube riverbanks, all thoughtfully included in one comprehensive route.

  • Stroll through the historic Castle District, enjoying photo stops at Fisherman’s Bastion and Gellért Hill overlooking the city.

  • Gain fascinating insights into Budapest’s history, culture, and architecture as your guide brings each landmark and neighborhood to life.

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  • Opt for a live-guided city tour of Budapest with multilingual expert commentary, making it easy to follow stories and insights in your chosen language.

  • Travel in comfort with air-conditioned bus transport, ensuring a smooth and well-organized sightseeing experience from start to finish.

  • Discover Budapest’s most iconic landmarks, including Castle Hill, Heroes’ Square, and the Danube riverbanks, all thoughtfully included in one comprehensive route.

  • Stroll through the historic Castle District, enjoying photo stops at Fisherman’s Bastion and Gellért Hill overlooking the city.

  • Gain fascinating insights into Budapest’s history, culture, and architecture as your guide brings each landmark and neighborhood to life.

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€40
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St. Stephen's Basilica with Budapest skyline during walking tour.

Budapest: Guided Walking Tour of Pest

2 hrs

  • Stroll through Pest’s lively streets with a professional guide, discovering a mix of celebrated landmarks and lesser-known corners along the route.

  • Admire St Stephen’s Basilica, Budapest’s largest cathedral, while learning the history and symbolism behind its impressive exterior.

  • Walk past the Chain Bridge and along the Danube Bank, enjoying sweeping views of the Hungarian Parliament, one of the largest parliamentary buildings in the world.

  • Explore Liberty Square and visit a local street market, experiencing everyday Budapest beyond the usual tourist paths.

  • Enjoy engaging commentary and historical insights that bring Pest’s elegant 19th-century architecture and urban life into focus.

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  • Stroll through Pest’s lively streets with a professional guide, discovering a mix of celebrated landmarks and lesser-known corners along the route.

  • Admire St Stephen’s Basilica, Budapest’s largest cathedral, while learning the history and symbolism behind its impressive exterior.

  • Walk past the Chain Bridge and along the Danube Bank, enjoying sweeping views of the Hungarian Parliament, one of the largest parliamentary buildings in the world.

  • Explore Liberty Square and visit a local street market, experiencing everyday Budapest beyond the usual tourist paths.

  • Enjoy engaging commentary and historical insights that bring Pest’s elegant 19th-century architecture and urban life into focus.

from
€15
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Red City Sightseeing bus in Budapest with tourists walking nearby, Ferris wheel in background.

City Sightseeing: Budapest Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Extended validity
2 more

  • Discover Budapest with this flexible 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.

  • Travel across 2 routes with over 25 stops on a bus departing every 10 to 15 mins.

  • Take a relaxing cruise along the Danube River with 30% off if you show the bus ticket and a walking tour, included with your bus pass.

  • Allow the fleeting panorama of Budapest’s treasured sights to unfold from the open-air decks and pick up interesting quirks using the multilingual audio guide.

  • Cover key attractions such as Castle Garden, Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes' Square, and more.

More details

  • Discover Budapest with this flexible 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.

  • Travel across 2 routes with over 25 stops on a bus departing every 10 to 15 mins.

  • Take a relaxing cruise along the Danube River with 30% off if you show the bus ticket and a walking tour, included with your bus pass.

  • Allow the fleeting panorama of Budapest’s treasured sights to unfold from the open-air decks and pick up interesting quirks using the multilingual audio guide.

  • Cover key attractions such as Castle Garden, Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes' Square, and more.

from
€35.10
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Kunsthalle Budapest with sightseeing bus in front.

Big Bus: Budapest Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Explore at your pace
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  • Explore Budapest with the 1/2/3-day hop-on hop-off bus pass and plan your itinerary with ease.

  • With 18 stops along the Red Route, board the buses arriving every 10 to 20 mins.

  • Set off on a 1-hour walking tour of Budapest with a local guide, enjoy free Wi-Fi and fleeting views of adored sights from the open-air decks.

  • Purchase a Danube River Cruise ticket onsite by displaying your Big Bus pass and enjoy 30% off prices!

  • The bus crosses revered landmarks like the Parliament, Margaret Island, Heroe’s Square, and Chain Bridge.

More details

  • Explore Budapest with the 1/2/3-day hop-on hop-off bus pass and plan your itinerary with ease.

  • With 18 stops along the Red Route, board the buses arriving every 10 to 20 mins.

  • Set off on a 1-hour walking tour of Budapest with a local guide, enjoy free Wi-Fi and fleeting views of adored sights from the open-air decks.

  • Purchase a Danube River Cruise ticket onsite by displaying your Big Bus pass and enjoy 30% off prices!

  • The bus crosses revered landmarks like the Parliament, Margaret Island, Heroe’s Square, and Chain Bridge.

from
€39

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for guided tours to admire the marble staircases without the usual crowd, giving you a chance to notice small details like carved balustrades and gilded motifs.

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About Hungarian State Opera

The Hungarian State Opera is one of Budapest’s most important cultural institutions, pairing a 19th-century neo-Renaissance interior with an active program of opera and ballet. Beyond performances, its guided tours take you through the auditorium, grand staircase, and select backstage areas, explaining how the building was engineered for sound as much as spectacle.

AddressBudapest, Andrássy út 22, 1061 Hungary
Also known asOpera House Budapest
Year opened1884
Founded byMiklós Ybl
Visitors per year600000
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

The Hungarian State Opera’s auditorium is famed for its acoustics, ranked third-best in Europe after Milan’s La Scala and Paris’s Palais Garnier.

Why visit Hungarian State Opera?

Architectural masterpiece

Admire the neo-Renaissance design by Miklós Ybl, with its grand marble staircase, gold-gilt balconies, and mythological frescoes that make every visit a visual delight.

Plan your visit

Main entrance (Andrássy Avenue)

Located at 22 Andrássy Avenue, the Main Entrance is directly opposite the Opera metro station (M1 line) and flanked by statues of Ferenc Erkel and Franz Liszt. This is the primary access point for all visitors, including those attending performances and guided tours. The entrance is fully wheelchair accessible, with step-free access, ramps, and modern lifts installed during the 2022 renovation. Accessible ticket counters and cloakroom are available just inside the foyer.

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Karin A

Couple
2 weeks ago
Getting printed Tickets via Headout hostesses went smoothly. The building and its interior decorations are absolutely impressive. The guided Tour was very informative.

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