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- Enjoy a half-day escape from Budapest. You visit the former summer residence of Queen Elisabeth and Emperor Franz Joseph where fascinating stories bring history to life within the historic palace walls now. You may explore the gardens freely. Discover hidden doors and private spaces that reveal lesser-known details of Habsburg court life with an expert English or Spanish speaking guide throughout your entire visit journey.
Your Experience
Getting Started
Start the day at the CITYRAMA Office in Budapest. You board a vehicle and travel a scenic thirty-minute drive to the site where your guide outlines key highlights before exploring the historic grounds.
Palace History
This residence was built in the eighteenth century. It served as a private retreat for Empress Elisabeth and Emperor Franz Joseph allowing them to find necessary respite from the formal court life in Vienna.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 3.5-hour guided tour of the Royal Palace
- Round-trip transfers from Budapest
- English or Spanish professional guide
- Entry fees for the Palace
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Carry a government-issued photo ID
- Wear comfortable footwear
- Avoid large bags
- Pets allowed if registered service animals
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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Booking FAQs
Carry a government-issued photo ID that matches the name on your booking, as it may be checked upon entry. Choose supportive, comfortable footwear, as the experience involves walking through palace rooms and outdoor grounds. Bring a refillable water bottle, particularly during the summer months from June to August.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace for security reasons. Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals. Smoking of any kind, including electronic cigarettes, is prohibited both inside the palace and on the coach. Food and beverages may not be consumed within the palace’s exhibition spaces.
The palace is fully wheelchair accessible; if you inform the team in advance, they’ll be happy to assist and make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Arrive early at the designated meeting point, the CITYRAMA Office (Budapest, Báthory utca 19, 1054), at least 10 to 15 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth start. Availability varies by season, so please check your selected date and time before booking. Tours depart at 9:30am year-round, operating on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday from April to October, and on Monday, Friday, and Sunday from November to March. The tour ends in Budapest’s city center, making it easy to continue exploring the city afterward. Children aged 0 to 2 can join the tour free of charge, but must be included in the booking.
Yes. This experience includes 3.5-hour guided tour of the Royal Palace of Gödöllő.
Your booking includes 3.5-hour guided tour of the Royal Palace of Gödöllő, Round-trip transfers from Budapest in an A/C vehicle, English or Spanish-speaking professional guide (as per option selected), and Gödöllő Palace entry fees.
The experience is listed as 3.5-hour.
Enjoy a smooth half-day royal escape with palace entry, a guided tour, and round-trip transfers from Budapest in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
Meet your guide at the CITYRAMA Office, Budapest, Báthory utca 19.
Carry a government-issued photo ID that matches the name on your booking, as it may be checked upon entry.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the palace for security reasons.
Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
Smoking of any kind, including electronic cigarettes, is prohibited both inside the palace and on the coach.
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