Budapest Historic Downtown Bicycle Tour in small groups

Budapest Historic Downtown Bicycle Tour in small groups

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About This Tour in Budapest

Explore downtown Budapest in a guided bike group. Regular or e-bikes. This tour takes you through the highlights of the city on the Pest side, 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 alleyways of the Jewish Quarter and downtown, as well as along bike paths and through the City Park. We provide a bike with gears, either in trekking or cross style. Alternatively, you can join the tour with e-bikes or choose our laid-back sunset program—whatever suits your preferences!

Why Visit Budapest?

Budapest is a stunning city split by the Danube, known for thermal baths and grand architecture. Visit the Parliament building, relax in historic baths, and explore Castle Hill. Budapest offers beautiful bridges, rich history, and excellent value.

Getting to Budapest

The easiest way to reach Budapest is by flying into Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Helmet (although not obligatory)
  • free luggage storage during your tour
  • live guide
  • Use of bicycle

What's Not Included

  • This tour does not give the option to enter buildings, therefore no entrance fees included
  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

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

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

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Start and End of the Tour

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.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Start and End of the Tour 5 minutes

Street art in Budapest and the art deco Rumbach Synagogue 5 minutes

Admire the architecture of the Music Academy next to the Jewish District 5 minutes

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.

Most famous street connecting the City Center with...

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.

Former GESTAPO headquarters, prison of the communist era 10 minutes

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)

Has been designed to celebrate 1000year anniversary of Hungary in 1896 15 minutes

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.

On your way into the City Park you... 5 minutes

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.

Budapest City Park, approx 10 minutes

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.

Fake Castle in the City Park 10 minutes

Fake Castle in the City Park. Why? Let us explain ! Wonderful to see, interesting to experience and a statue of Anonymous as well.

Admire modern architecture in the City Park 5 minutes

Admire modern architecture in the City Park. A concert hall in an amazing style.

Discover another amazing piece of contemporary architecture at... 10 minutes

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

Masterpiece of architecture by Michael Ybl on Andrassy street 10 minutes

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)

Largest catholic Church in Budapest, shows the right hand of St 5 minutes

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)

On one hand the "Wallstreet" of Budapest, on the other place of bloody history 10 minutes

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.

Historical monument and operational Parliament 10 minutes

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.

Pass by "The Shoes" next to the Parlament 10 minutes

Pass by "The Shoes" next to the Parlament. Please note that depending on traffic a direct access can not always be granted.

Pass by the oldest bridge across the river, the Chain Bridge

Pass by the oldest bridge across the river, the Chain Bridge.

On your way along the river you will... 5 minutes

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.

Your last stop on Buda-side will be at the Gellert Baths

Your last stop on Buda-side will be at the Gellert Baths. Famous for art-deco style it is dominating the river bank.

Originally named after Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph it... 5 minutes

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.

A main tourist attraction is the Central Market

A main tourist attraction is the Central Market. You should plan to return here to taste Hungarian food and enjoy the athmosphere.

You pass the National Museum, a place to...

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.

You will stop to see the Great Synagogue... 10 minutes

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.

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