Gödöllö Palace Tour
Description
Learn about the mysterious life of Princess Sisi while you explore the Gödöllö Royal Palace, her former summer residence.
Tour Details
At the indicated time, we'll meet at the meeting point in central Budapest for a 30-minute drive to the Gödöllö Royal Palace. Upon arrival, we will explore one of Hungary's most significant royal residences.
We will take a guided tour of the palace, built in the 18th century by nobleman Antal Grassalkovich. The tour includes visits to the elegantly restored halls that highlight the grandeur of the Hungarian nobility.
During our visit, we will learn about the private life of Queen Elisabeth and Franz Joseph, Hungarian king from 1867 to 1916. The guide will share stories about hidden doors and the royal couple's relationships during the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
Additionally, we will discover the connection that Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known as Sissi, had with the palace, which was her favorite retreat from the Viennese court. Sissi received Gödöllö Palace as a gift upon her coronation as Queen of Hungary in 1867.
Finally, we will return to central Budapest, concluding the tour after a total duration of 3 to 3.5 hours.
What's included
- Transport by minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Admission to Sissi's Palace
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
The tour meets at the Cityrama Tourism Office (1054 Budapest, District 5 near Parliament, Báthory utca 19). Please be ready and waiting 15 minutes before the tour is due to begin.
Please keep in mind that this activity ends at Deák Square.
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