Buda Castle Budapest Bomb Shelter WW2 Tour Underground Caves
Buda Castle Budapest Caves

Buda Castle WW2 Tour with Underground Cave Visit

The Guided Tour of Buda Castle Caves and the WW2 Siege includes a 2 hour walking tour exploring the caves under the Castle District, the bomb shelter through narrow corridors and stairs offering an insightful historical overview of the WW2 events and the turbulent times in the 1940s in the Buda Castle.

The 52-day siege of Budapest, which took place from December 1944 to February 1945, was a significant military engagement during the World War II. The Soviet Red Army encircled the Hungarian capital in an effort to capture it from German and Hungarian forces. The ensuing intense battle resulted in heavy casualties and widespread destruction within the city. Immerse yourself in WW2 history on the perfect location.

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Buda Castle WWII Tour
Buda Castle WWII Tour

Highlights of Buda Castle WW2 Tour with Cave Visit

  • 2-hour Walking Tour
  • Professional English guide
  • Visit inside the Castle Caves
  • Unique Location
  • Combined Indoor and Outdoor Experience
  • Bookable on our partner site (you will be redirected for Reservation)
  • Visit Palace District, Buda Castle Cave and Buda Castle’s labyrinthine underground shelters
  • Available on Fridays (rain or shine)
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Buda Castle Hidden Underground Entrance

Tickets of WW2 Tour

Approx. €15.00 / Adult (must be agile)
No discount for Children (Tour not suitable under 14 or visitors who are limited in their mobility)

Address: Szent György Square 2. Budapest 1014

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Tours – WW2 & Cave Tour under the Castle Hill

Although the Labyrinth can be visited on your own as well, there are guided tours in the Buda Castle Caves every day.

  • Explore the World War locations in the Buda Castle Royal Palace complex
  • Learn about the centuries old Labyrinth/ Cave system under the Buda Castle District
  • Learn about the military use of the caves, ramparts and more
  • Get a live guided historical tour about the WW2 Buda Castle Caves & Budapest Siege
  • Visit approx. 800-year-old man-made cellars and learn about their function in the 1940s
  • Participate in an underground time travel

The tour is suitable for most mature tourists, including families with older teens (14+) and senior visitors. Kindly note that it is not suitable for children under 14, wheelchair users or people who suffer from claustrophobic mental stress or epileptic seizures.

Buda Castle Underground Caves
Buda Castle Underground Caves

Getting there

Bus: 16A Bus from Szell Kalman Square (M2 metro station) or

Bus 16 Bus from Deak Square (M1, M2, M3 metro lines).
Funicular: From Clark Adam Square to Castle Hill, and an approx. 10-15 min walk from the Funicular.

WW2 Cave Tour Hours

2 – 4pm Fridays

Please check the booking calendar

Opening Hours of Caves

Daily from Monday to Sunday.
Various Cave Tours depend on daily schedule.

Price of WW2 Tour

Adults: approx. €15
Student (14+) / Senior (must be agile): approx €15

Duration of WW2 Tour

Duration: 2 hours

Length of WW2 Tour:

approx. 1,500 – 2,000m

Address:  The meeting point depends on which cave tour you book.

  • WW2 & Cave Tour: Matthias Fountain in Buda Castle Hunyadi Courtyard (Hunyadi udvar, Matyas szokokut)
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