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Combo: Hungarian State Opera & Hungarian Parliament Tour

Name: Combo: Hungarian State Opera & Hungarian Parliament Tour
Start: 2026-08-26T10:00:00
End: 2026-08-26T14:00:00
Location: Hungarian State Opera

4.5/5(5,671)

Vera R

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Well organized and run tour. Saw all the sights listed and the guide moved at a good pace keeping everyone on time. We shared the bus with another tour group that was in a different language which did not impact our English tour at all. I would have really preferred that we keep the audio sets on as we toured each sight instead our guide would talk when we had assembled at a specific spot. The problem with that is as we are walking to a spot people beside him are asking questions about our surroundings, history, etc etc whic only the immediate people around him can hear. Our guide quite deliberately told us to leave our audio guides in the bus. I was disappointed with this and did tell him as much. Unfortunately you Miss a lot of details this way.

Schneider M

Family

Verified booking

6 days ago

Unacceptable, a terrible experience—no understanding at all for a 2-minute delay! 2 minutes—are you serious? There were 2 adults and 6 children in our group, and we arrived just 2 minutes late! The guide had already left; there was no understanding, no way to reschedule the tour for another day, no gesture of goodwill—just: “You didn’t follow the rules, so I left.” I will never book with this company again!

șUt C

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The organization was very good, even though the wait time was about 10–15 minutes longer than expected. The security guards inside the Parliament were very friendly; no one rushed you if you lingered a few seconds to take a photo—they smiled and guided you along. The translation through the headphones (into Romanian) was 99.99% accurate. Well done—I highly recommend it!

Enjoy guided access to both the Hungarian Parliament and the State Opera House, with entry to their most celebrated public interiors.

Explore the Hungarian Parliament’s grand spaces, including the Main Staircase, Dome Hall, and Chamber of Peers, on a guided or audio-guided route.

Step inside the Neo-Renaissance State Opera House to see the Grand Auditorium, ornate foyers, and iconic Grand Staircase in a small-group setting.

Follow engaging commentary throughout both visits, with multilingual options available to ensure a clear and immersive experience.

Hungarian State Opera House

60-min guided tour of the Hungarian State Opera House

English-speaking tour guide

Access to public areas of the Opera House, including the Grand Auditorium, various Boxes, the Foyer, and the Grand Staircase

Small-group experience (limited to 30 participants)

Hungarian Parliament

45-minute audio-guided or expert-guided tour of the Hungarian Parliament (as per option selected)

Entry to the Hungarian Parliament Building

Access to the Main Staircase, the Dome Hall, the Chamber of Peers & the Grand Stairway

Walking tour of Heroes' Square and Castle District (as per option selected)

Transfers between sites in an AC vehicle (as per option selected)

English-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)

Headphones (as per option selected)

Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Food & drinks

Souvenir photos

Tips

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
șUt C
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The organization was very good, even though the wait time was about 10–15 minutes longer than expected. The security guards inside the Parliament were very friendly; no one rushed you if you lingered a few seconds to take a photo—they smiled and guided you along. The translation through the headphones (into Romanian) was 99.99% accurate. Well done—I highly recommend it!
Courtin D
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Everything was perfect! It’s extremely important to arrive within the specified time frame to ensure the tour runs smoothly (everything is well-coordinated and organized). We were able to ask the guides questions inside, and they’re truly passionate about what they do. The audio guide is clear and very comprehensive.
Anna R
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A truly unique place—I recommend it to anyone visiting Budapest. Easy entry, great organization. The views were incredible, and the history was explained in many languages. This was my first time booking an attraction through Headout, but it certainly won’t be my last!
Cristina I
Family
Verified booking
Last week
A special place I would love to return to anytime with my family. A spectacular building, magnificent architecture, and very well maintained. The people are very friendly and welcoming. A place that left a pleasant impression on us.
Danilo C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It was a wonderful experience; the parliament building in Budapest is magnificent. As for the organization, the hostesses did a great job—I highly recommend this experience!

Save 5% with this combo and enjoy guided tours of Budapest’s Hungarian Parliament and State Opera House, including multilingual audio options.

Getting started

Begin at the main entrance of either venue; your ticket is validated on arrival. At the Parliament, receive your audio guide and headphones or meet your guide for a brief introduction and security check. At the Opera House, meet your guide for a quick ticket check and an overview of the building’s history before your group tour begins.

Visit the Hungarian Parliament

Explore Hungary’s political heart on a 45-minute guided or audio-guided tour of the Hungarian Parliament, one of the largest and most impressive parliament buildings in the world. Completed in 1904, this Neo-Gothic landmark dominates the Danube skyline and remains a powerful symbol of Hungarian identity and statehood.

Inside the Parliament’s grand interiors

Follow a carefully designed route through the Parliament’s most significant ceremonial spaces. Walk up the richly decorated Main Staircase, admire the Dome Hall where the Hungarian Holy Crown is displayed beneath a gold-adorned ceiling, and pass through the Chamber of Peers and Grand Stairway, once used for historic legislative sessions.

Step inside the Hungarian State Opera House

Continue your cultural journey at Hungary’s first purpose-built opera venue, opened in 1884 and designed by renowned architect Miklós Ybl. The Hungarian State Opera House is celebrated for its Neo-Renaissance design and its role in hosting world premieres and legendary performers.

Art, architecture, & musical heritage

On a guided interior tour, explore the Opera House’s most impressive public spaces, including the Grand Auditorium when accessible, the elegant foyers, and the iconic Grand Staircase. Look up to admire 'The Apotheosis of Music', Hungary’s largest secco by Károly Lotz, and discover artistic details that reflect the ambition and craftsmanship of the 19th century, alongside modern restorations that preserve comfort and acoustics. This thoughtfully paired experience saves you time and money by combining two of Budapest’s most important landmarks into one seamless booking, offering expert insight, multilingual support, and greater value than visiting each site separately.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID or passport with you, as it may be required at the entrance to confirm the name on your booking.

Wear comfortable, supportive footwear, as the experience includes a moderate amount of walking.

What’s not allowed

Entry to the auditorium is not permitted during rehearsals or live performances at the Opera House.

Guided tours are suspended during live performances at the Opera House.

The use of flash photography, tripods, and professional video or filming equipment is prohibited inside the Opera House.

Photography is not permitted in the Dome Hall of the Hungarian Parliament.

Large bags, suitcases, oversized luggage, packages, and items that could pose a safety risk (such as pocket knives, knives, gas spray, or similar objects) are not allowed inside.

Animals are not permitted, except for registered service animals or guide dogs.

Accessibility

The Opera House is fully wheelchair accessible, with barrier-free side entrance access, lifts to multiple levels, including the third floor, designated seating, and accessible restroom facilities; guests using wheelchairs should enter via the side entrance and are advised to contact the venue in advance to confirm seating arrangements.

The Hungarian Parliament Building is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access routes and facilities designed to accommodate visitors with reduced mobility.

Additional information

Guided tours at the Opera House last around 60 minutes and depart daily at 1:30pm, 3pm, and 4:30pm; please arrive on time for your chosen tour slot.

Entry to the Hungarian Parliament includes a mandatory security check, and the guided route may change depending on National Assembly sessions or official state events.

Please note that access to the auditorium at the Opera House is not permitted during rehearsals or performances.