Budapest food tour: Central Market to tavern
- 3 hours
- Small group, max 12
- Guided in English
- Central Market Hall (11:30am tour) or Mercure Korona Hotel (5pm tour)
- 4.9(743 reviews)

From market stalls to a tavern table
The tour starts at the Central Market Hall and moves through stalls and local spots off the tourist trail: cold cuts, pickles, a Hungarian spirit, goulash soup and lángos, then wine tastings, chimney cake and a Hungarian dessert.
With at most 12 guests, the pace is conversational and the guide explains the history behind each stop.
Best for
- A food-led first look at Budapest
- A market-to-tavern story, not a set menu
- A relaxed midday or early-evening plan
Highlights
- The Central Market Hall
- More than 12 tastings, including goulash and lángos
- Hungarian spirit and local wines
- Chimney cake and dessert
Itinerary
Meet at the Central Market Hall or Mercure Korona Hotel
At departureThe meeting point depends on the tour time booked.
Market tastings
First part of the tourCold cuts, pickled fruit and vegetables and a spirit taster at the market.
Toward the tavern
Middle of the tourGoulash Soup, Lángos and local wine tastings at further stops.
Dessert to finish
End of the tourChimney cake and a Hungarian dessert close the route.
What's included
- A local guide
- More than 12 food and drink tastings
- Wine tastings
- Additional food and drink beyond what is listed
- Gratuities
Important information
- Maximum group size of 12.
- Cancellation terms are shown on Viator before you book.
Meeting and end point
Meeting point
Central Market Hall (11:30am tour) or Mercure Korona Hotel (5pm tour)
Not included.
Get there with Meilora
A private car from your hotel to the meeting point, timed for your slot. Fixed price, booked on Meilora.


