Communist-Era Budapest: 4 Tours of 1945 to 1989

1.Communist History Tour with House of Terror Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 182 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Explore Budapest’s Communist past with a small-group guide, Parliament landmarks, 1956 sites, and your choice of Retro Center or House of Terror.

“Thank you for an exceptional tour yesterday. My daughter chose the tour as she has been studying communism at high school and we both had a wonderful time. Naomi was incredibly knowledgeable and couldn't do enough for us. Thank you. Would highly recommend.”

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2.3-Hour Walking Tour About Communism (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 70 reviews · 3 hours · from $57

Explore Budapest’s Communist past on a small-group walk with a historian, family stories, a retro café drink, and a ride on the M2 subway.

“A wonderful three hours spent with a very knowledgeable lady who made us think and discuss what we saw and heard. This was well worth the money. Highly recommended to anyone with an interest in history, politics and culture. Thank you x”

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3.Communism in Hungary with a Historian

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Explore Budapest’s communist past with a historian, personal stories, metro rides, key sites, and coffee at historic Bambi Café.

“Fabulous tour providing an in-depth look at communism and its unique aspects in Hungary. Virag was able to provide a wealth of information including some very personal anecdotes.”

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4.Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Explore Budapest’s communist past, the 1956 Revolution, Parliament, Liberty Square, and everyday life through a small-group walking tour.

“Greg was wonderful. He gave a quick summary of Hungarian history at the beginning of the tour which was important to understand how Hungary is where it is now. Hearing stories of life under communist government was very interesting. Highly recommend”

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