Budapest Historic Downtown Bicycle Tour in small groups

4.9 (302 reviews) Budapest, Hungary
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Explore downtown Budapest in a guided bike group. Bring your own bicycle or rent one from us. E-bikes available on request. This tour takes you through the highlights of Budapest, all in a relaxed small group setting.

Our meeting point is conveniently located in the Jewish Quarter, just a few steps from the "Deak Square" metro station.

You'll ride through the charming streets of the Jewish Quarter and downtown, along the Danube, as well as along bike paths and through the City Park. You have the choice to come with your own bike, or book a bicycle or e-bike from us.

Options

Own bicycle

bring your own bicycle: This tour option applies for guests taking part in the guided tour with their own bicycle(s)

E-bike rent & guided tour

E-Bike rent: Rent an e-bike for the guided tour and keep it after the tour until the end of the day (closing time of our shop)
e-bike (pedelec)

Regular Bicycle Rent & Guided Tour

Rent a bicycle: Rent a regular (non-electric cross- or trekking) bike for a guided sightseeing tour and keep it till our closing.
bicycle

What's included

  • Helmet (recommended)
  • Bottled water
  • free luggage storage during your tour
  • live guide
  • This tour does not give the option to enter buildings, therefore no entrance fees included
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Bike & Relax
    5m
    Start and End of the Tour
  2. Rumbach Street Synagogue
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    Street art in Budapest and the art deco Rumbach Synagogue
  3. Liszt Academy
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    Admire the architecture of the Music Academy next to the Jewish District. Students are studying here classical music and there are two concert halls for performances.
  4. Andrassy Avenue
    Pass by
    Most famous street connecting the City Center with the Hero's Square and City Park. Passes Nagymezö street, the "Broadway of Budapest", Liszt Square and the Ring Roads. Location of House of Terror.
  5. House of Terror Museum
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Former GESTAPO headquarters, prison of the communist era. Has been converted into a remarkable museum. Shows a part of the Berlin Wall in front. (You will not enter the museum)
  6. Heroes' Square
    15m
    Has been designed to celebrate 1000year anniversary of Hungary in 1896. Gives an overview about Central European History. Unique chance to see a complex past in a nutshell. From King Stephen to revolutionary Kossuth.
  7. 5m · Admission ticket not included
    On your way into the City Park you will pass in wintertime one of the most famous ice rings in Europe. In summertime an artificial lake is inviting for a boat trip.
  8. Varosliget/Budapest City Park
    10m
    Budapest City Park, approx. one square km of park in the heart of the city. Currently undergoing some redesigning, nevertheless popular space for leisure, recreation and sport.
  9. Vajdahunyad Castle
    10m
    Fake Castle in the City Park. Why? Let us explain ! Wonderful to see, interesting to experience and a statue of Anonymous as well.
  10. House Of Music Hungary
    5m
    Admire modern architecture in the City Park. A concert hall in an amazing style.
  11. 10m
    Discover another amazing piece of contemporary architecture at the edge of the park: the museum of ethnographic with its unique shape and offering spectacular views
  12. 10m
    Masterpiece of architecture by Michael Ybl on Andrassy street. Home of music, culture and events. UNESCO protected WORLD HERITAGE the Andrassy street ensemble. Learn about the architectural styles of late 19th century and the historical subway M1. (You will not enter the Opera)
  13. Szent Istvan Bazilika
    5m
    Largest catholic Church in Budapest, shows the right hand of St. Stephen under a glass. Beautifully renovated and a highlight of Downtown. (No visit into the church)
  14. Szabadsag ter
    10m
    On one hand the "Wallstreet" of Budapest, on the other place of bloody history. Shows at least one controversial memorial and some ironic moments as well. Remember the Holocaust and Second World War in Budapest.
  15. Hungarian Parliament Building
    10m
    Historical monument and operational Parliament. Impressive building on the river bank, one of the landmarks of Budapest. Beautifully renovated a "must see". (No entrance included) Turning around the building you will see a stunning panorama of the Danube and Buda-Side of the City.
  16. Shoes on the Danube Bank
    10m
    Pass by "The Shoes" next to the Parlament. Please note that depending on traffic a direct access can not always be granted.
  17. Szechenyi Lanchid
    Pass by
    Pass by the oldest bridge across the river, the Chain Bridge.
  18. Rudas Baths
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    On your way along the river you will pass one of the oldest Turkish Baths in Budapest, the Rudas. If you would like to come here and bath, make sure to check the opening schedule, there are man- and woman days for the Hammam.
  19. St. Gellert Thermal Bath and Swimming Pool
    Pass by
    Your last stop on Buda-side will be at the Gellert Baths. Famous for art-deco style it is dominating the river bank.
  20. Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid)
    5m
    Originally named after Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph it became the "Liberty Bridge" after the end of the monarchy. Meeting point of students and youths to enjoy the amazing view.
  21. Central Market Hall
    Pass by
    A main tourist attraction is the Central Market. You should plan to return here to taste Hungarian food and enjoy the athmosphere.
  22. Hungarian National Museum
    Pass by
    You pass the National Museum, a place to go when you are deeply interested in the region and all peoples who have been living in this area.
  23. Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga)
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    You will stop to see the Great Synagogue at the border of the Jewish Quarter in moorish style. (You will not enter the Synagogue on this tour). From here you will return to the starting point.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Bike & Relax is located in Madach Imre street 12, next to Gozsdu Court and Madach Square. Next metro/subway stop "Deak-Square" with M1, M2, M3 + trams 47,48,49 + airport bus 100E.

End point

Bike & Relax is located in Madach Imre street 12, next to Gozsdu Court and Madach Square. Next metro/subway stop "Deak-Square" with M1, M2, M3 + trams 47,48,49 + airport bus 100E.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children have to be accompanied by an adult
  • Please contact us in advance if you would like to bring your infant
  • Not recommended for beginners
  • Weight limit 110kg
  • Not recommended for people with visual impairment

Cancellation policy

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

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