4.9 (773) · Budapest · By Hungarian Horizons Free cancellation Special offer
Join us at our unique Hungarian Chimney Cake Workshop in Budapest Downtown!
We are conveniently located just a few minutes from Budapest's most important central sights, offering what we guarantee to be the best workshop in town.
Our experience unfolds within a charming Hungarian family business, a cozy Chimney Cake Shop.
We provide an authentic experience in crafting the Hungarian/Transylvanian Chimney Cake, traditionally known as Kürtőskalács.
Kürtőskalács is a proud Hungaricum, and we are delighted to share the secrets of making this simple dessert with our global guests.
Come join us to add a touch of sweetness to your Budapest visit and connect with others at our chimney cake workshop – an experience enjoyable for both kids and adults!
✓ Coffee and water are provided.✓ Each guest makes 3 Chimney Cakes.Activity Schedule
1 h
Chimney Cakes are among the most renowned Hungarian desserts and street foods. You can easily learn to make them with our expert workshop leaders, who possess years of experience in Hungarian Chimney Cake creation. Our workshop is unique and the only one of its kind in Budapest!
Visit our Kürtőskalács laboratory, situated just beneath the Chimney Cake Shop.
Our local experts will guide you through the dough preparation and handling process.
You will be instructed on the steps for making a traditional Hungarian Chimney Cake recipe, learning all the essential tricks and tips to recreate it at home.
We will make three Kürtőskalács each, and we will bake them as well.
Once ready, guests can select from various flavors to coat their cakes.
Typically, simple sugar, coconut, and cinnamon are available options.
When everyone has finished their Chimney Cakes, you will receive paper bags to take your creations home. You'll also be given a printed recipe and a certificate from your host!
Following the Chimney Cake workshop, you have the option to order a coffee or tea and savor some of your kürtőskalács at the tables of our delightful chimney cake shop.
Your mobile or paper ticket is accepted. One ticket is required per booking.
We will meet all guests inside Kató Néni Finomságai Downtown, Chimney Cake Shop.
The address is Október 6. utca, nr 6, Budapest (Oktober 6 street).
Our shop is located two streets away from St. Stephen's Basilica in Budapest Downtown.
We will meet all guests inside Kató Néni Finomságai Downtown, Chimney Cake Shop.
The address is Október 6. utca, nr 6, Budapest (Oktober 6 street).
Our shop is located two streets away from St. Stephen's Basilica in Budapest Downtown.
Please search on Google Maps for: Kató Néni Finomságai Downtown.
The address is October 6 Street, number 6, 1051 Budapest.
Kindly arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start time.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Public transportation options are conveniently located nearby. This activity is not advised for travelers with spinal injuries. This activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers. We utilize vegan dough for our preparations. This activity is not suitable for families with infants, as there is no secure space to leave a baby. Children under 7 years old are not recommended to participate. Individuals who have not booked are not permitted in the workshop area. Chimney Cake Workshop Budapest Downtown - Kürtőskalács Class
Arrive 5 minutes early to ensure a smooth start. The workshop uses vegan dough, suitable for most dietary preferences. Children under 7 are not recommended; consider this if traveling with very young children. Take advantage of the nearby public transport options. Enjoy your freshly baked chimney cakes with a coffee or tea afterwards. This is a unique opportunity to learn a traditional Hungarian recipe. To receive a full refund, please ensure your cancellation is made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 437540P2
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WizardTrip Help Center Food enthusiasts Families Travelers seeking cultural experiences Couples Hands-on Kürtőskalács making experience Learn traditional Hungarian baking secrets Taste your own freshly baked chimney cakes Located in central Budapest Suitable for all ages (with age recommendation) Family-run business atmosphere
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What is a Chimney Cake? + Chimney Cakes, or Kürtőskalács, are a famous Hungarian sweet street food that you will learn to make in this workshop.
What is included in the workshop? + The workshop includes coffee/water and the opportunity to make 3 of your own Chimney Cakes.
Can I take my creations home? + Yes, you will receive paper bags to take your 3 freshly baked Chimney Cakes with you.
Is the dough suitable for everyone? + Yes, we use vegan dough for our Chimney Cakes.
What is the meeting point? + We meet all guests inside Kató Néni Finomságai Downtown, Chimney Cake Shop at Október 6. utca, nr 6, Budapest.
★★★★★ Viator review
We enjoyed making chimney...
Diane_B, October 2026
We enjoyed making chimney cakes. It was a fun class from beginning to end. We each made 3 chimney cakes and were allowed to take them with.
★★★★★ Viator review
Chimney cake making was a...
Linda_C, October 2026
Chimney cake making was a fun activity and I would thoroughly recommend it. Plus you get 3 chimney cakes to take away with you 😋.
★★★★★ Viator review
Fun!!
David_B, October 2026
I am not a cook or baker. My wife signed us both up. It was much more fun than I expected! It was a great way to spend an hour and only a few steps from St. Stephan’s.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Fantastic
J6047YJvictoriae, October 2026
Lovely way to spend the morning and they turned out great, loved it
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Great Activity!
merisak2023, October 2026
We had such a great time. A very quick and fun workshop! Great for kiddos
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