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St. Stephen's Basilica Tickets and Tours

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St. Stephen's Basilica exterior with a crowded entrance in Budapest.

St. Stephen’s Basilica: tickets and tours

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  • St. Stephen's Basilica exterior with a crowded entrance in Budapest.

    Tickets

    Budapest St. Stephen's Basilica Entry Tickets

    • Book now, pay later
    • Flexible
    • Guided tour
    • Included: Skip the ticket line and enter one of Budapest’s major landmarks. See Hungary’s largest church bell, detailed mosaics and the preserved Holy Right Hand relic of St. Stephen.
    • Optional upgrades: Add access to the church hall and treasury, take the elevator to the panoramic terrace, join a tour with an English-speaking guide or visit the historical exhibition.
    • Why book this ticket: Spend less time waiting and explore the Basilica at your own pace.
  • Musician playing the organ inside St. Stephen's Basilica, Budapest.

    Classical Concerts

    Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Organ Concert

    • Free cancellation
    • Book now, pay later
    • 1 hr 10 mins
    • Included: Attend a 70-minute organ concert in St. Stephen’s Basilica, known for its gold-plated interior and exceptional acoustics.
    • Why book this ticket: Hear music by Bach, Vivaldi and Liszt in a historic venue, with easy access to the concert.
    • Seating choices: Choose seats near the stage, in the middle section or in the back rows for a lower price.
  • Altar in St. Stephen's Basilica, Budapest, featuring ornate gold detailing and religious statues.

    Guided Tours

    Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour

    • Book now, pay later
    • 50 mins
    • Your visit includes: An English-speaking guide leads you past the queue and through St. Stephen’s Basilica, where you can view its richly decorated interior, impressive altars and St. Stephen’s mummified right hand.
    • Ways to extend your visit: Choose add-ons for a guide-led treasury visit, the historical exhibition, and an elevator ascent to the panoramic dome terrace.
    • What makes this option appealing: Encounter religious and royal treasures inside the Basilica, and opt to visit the treasury and admire Budapest from above.
  • St. Stephen’s Basilica interior and Hungarian Parliament building in Budapest.

    Combos

    Combo (Save 5%): Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour + Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour

    • 45 mins - 50 mins
    • Audio guide
    • Explore St. Stephen’s Basilica: With a guide speaking English or Italian, enter Budapest’s largest church without queuing and discover its dome’s neoclassical interiors, St. Stephen’s mummified right hand, treasury and panoramic terrace (the latter attractions if the option is selected).
    • Discover the Hungarian Parliament: Use your timed admission to follow an audio tour, with headphones available in 23 languages. The route takes you through the Main Staircase, Dome Hall and Chamber of Peers, where you can see the Hungarian Holy Crown and learn about the nation's political history at your own pace.
    • Benefits of the combined ticket: Book both of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks together at a discounted price, without making separate bookings.
  • St. Stephen's Basilica facade with surrounding street view in Budapest, Hungary.

    Guided Tours

    St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour and Shoes Memorial Tickets

    • Free cancellation
    • Book now, pay later
    • 2 hrs
    • What your ticket covers: Admission to St. Stephen’s Basilica comes alongside a 2-hour city walk with a local expert. Along the way, stop for photos at key landmarks, take in breathtaking UNESCO panorama views, and join open discussions on all topics while learning about Budapest's history.
    • A reason to select this tour: A passionate local guide shapes a personalized sightseeing experience, taking you through Budapest’s culture and history and past its most iconic sights.
  • St. Stephen’s Basilica and Danube River cruise in Budapest at sunset.

    Combos

    Combo (Save 5%): St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour + Day or Evening Danube Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

    • 50 mins - 1 hr
    • Guided tour
    • What’s included at St. Stephen's Basilica: An English-speaking guide leads you past the queues and through the Basilica. From there, take the elevator up to the panoramic terrace before seeing the treasury and historical exhibition, home to sacred items such as St. Stephen’s mummified hand.
    • Your Budapest Cruise experience: Spend 1 hour on a daytime or evening sailing, with a drink and audio commentary included. Along the way, spot landmarks such as the Parliament, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge.
    • Benefits of combining these visits: Since the Basilica and cruise are 15 minutes apart on foot or by car, both fit into a single day. One booking covers the two tickets, helping you save time and avoid extra planning.
    • Available upgrades: For broader city views, add a guided look around the dome’s lookout terrace. You can also explore the artifacts in St. Stephen’s Basilica’s treasury in greater depth.
  • Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest's Castle District with tourists exploring the area.

    Private Tours

    Budapest Fisherman's Bastion and St Stephen's Basilica Guided Tour

    • Free cancellation
    • Book now, pay later
    • 2 hrs - 5 hrs
    • Guided tour
    • Transfers
    • Tour highlights: Explore Fisherman's Bastion and the Buda Castle District with a private guide, entering every Bastion tower. As you pass castle courtyards and cobbled streets, hear the stories of the area’s architecture and past. The experience is arranged for your group, with a pace and language that suit you.
    • Ways to customize your tour: Set the duration at 2-, 3-, 4-, or 5-hour, according to how much of Budapest you wish to see. You may add a skip-the-line visit to St. Stephen's Basilica with an Old Town walking tour, or arrange private round-trip car transfers for greater comfort. The tour is available in your preferred language.
    • What makes this tour distinctive: Learn from a local and enter all Bastion towers, while avoiding the crowds found on large group outings and setting your own pace.
  • St. Stephen Basilica in Budapest with cityscape in the background.

    Guided Tours

    St. Stephen’s Basilica Skip-the-Line and Budapest Old Town Private Guided Tour

    • Free cancellation
    • Book now, pay later
    • 2 hrs
    • Included in your visit: A licensed guide accompanies you on a private 2-hour walk. You’ll enter St. Stephen’s Basilica without joining the ticket office line, then continue on foot through Budapest’s Old Town. Along the way, learn about local culture, architecture, and history, and pick up insider suggestions for what to do next.
    • Reasons to take this tour: The private format provides personal attention and detailed local knowledge. There’s room to ask questions and explore at your preferred pace, rather than joining a large group or hearing generic commentary.
    • Available tour languages: Select English, Hungarian, German, French, Italian, or Spanish to have the experience in your chosen language.

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