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Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour

4.6(1,499)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1499 reviews1 h 50 minFree cancellationBy Mysterium Tours (Budapest)
Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour

About this activity

With Mysterium Tours®, spend approx. 2-hours exploring the exterior of the Buda castle district by night and listen to gruesome historical facts and the bloody side of Hungarian history in the XV-XVII century, and learn the myths of Vlad Dracula and the blood countess Elizabeth Báthory. Finally your Storyteller will tell you Hungarian folktales and vampire stories and chronicles of the 19° century.

Away from the crowds of Pest, this informative and entertaining tour, guided by a professional actor in period costume, takes you to some of the charming, magical places of the city: the Buda castle courts.

This activity is an immersive storytelling experiences about legends, mythology, dark medieval history, tales and folklore.

The tour is more ideal for adults and youth. If you wish to bring your children, they can go for free (up to 6 years old).

What's included

  • ✓Local professional storyteller / guide costumed

Not included

  • ✕Coffee and/or Tea
  • ✕Snacks
  • ✕Labyrinth / Undergrounds

Meeting and pickup

  • Zero Kilometre Stone in Clark Adam Square. Buda side of the Chain Bridge, at the bottom of the castle hill. Alternatively, if you wish you can meet the group at the top, at the "Fountain of the Fishing Children", situated next to big bird statue Turul.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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