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Heritage Haven: Belváros Landmarks Exploration

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Beneath Budapest’s refined facades and riverside avenues hides a centuries-old web of rebellion, ambition, and intellect pulsing through the heart of Taban. This self-guided audio tour slips you into secret chapters most travelers miss—where legendary professors clashed with emperors, revolutionaries hoarded forbidden books, and ink-stained publishers risked everything to keep culture alive. What sparked academic rivalries so fierce they changed the official language overnight? Why did priceless manuscripts vanish during war and resurface decades later? Who tried to sneak subversive pamphlets out disguised as religious texts? Move from grand lecture halls to hidden library vaults and storybook headquarters. Each step crackles with intrigue—from noble scandals at Eötvös Loránd University to daring publishing plots at St. Stephen’s Company. These streets witnessed riots, breakthroughs, and wild schemes. See Budapest anew: bold, turbulent, unforgettable. Press play—and let Taban’s dramatic secrets pull you deeper into the city’s soul.

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About this tour

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    Duration 60–80 minsGo at your own pace
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    3.8 km walking routeFollow the guided path
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    Audio guide1+ languages available
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    Starts at Eötvös Loránd University

Stops on this tour

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Eötvös Loránd UniversityPublic research university in Budapest, Hungaryheadphones 04:10
St. Stephen's Company
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St. Stephen's CompanyHungarian Catholic Publishing Househeadphones 05:14
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University Library (Eötvös Loránd University)the ELTE Central Library in the V. district of Budapest, on Ferenciek Squareheadphones 04:57
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Károlyi Palace (Downtown)building in the V. district of Budapestheadphones 04:29
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Károlyi Gardenpublic park in the V. district of Budapestheadphones 04:42
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Astoria Hotel (Budapest)Hotel in Budapestheadphones 04:53

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the tour?

After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.

Do I need internet during the tour?

No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.

Is this a guided group tour?

No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.

How long does the tour take?

Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.

What if I can't finish the tour today?

No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.

What languages are available?

All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.

Where do I access the tour after purchase?

Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.

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