Budapest Historic Downtown Bicycle Tour in small groups

4.9 (302 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: BIKE & RELAX - Bike Tours and Bike Rental

Ages: Youth (14–17 years) · Adults (18–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Helmet (recommended)
Included: Bottled water
Included: free luggage storage during your tour
Included: live guide

Not included

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

Itinerary

Bike & Relax

5 min

Start and End of the Tour
Rumbach Street Synagogue

5 min Admission not included

Street art in Budapest and the art deco Rumbach Synagogue
Liszt Academy

5 min Admission 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.
Andrassy Avenue

Passing 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.
House of Terror Museum

10 min Admission 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)
Heroes' Square

15 min

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.
Stop 7

5 min Admission 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.
Varosliget/Budapest City Park

10 min

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.
Vajdahunyad Castle

10 min

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

5 min

Admire modern architecture in the City Park. A concert hall in an amazing style.
Stop 11

10 min

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
Stop 12

10 min

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)
Szent Istvan Bazilika

5 min

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)
Szabadsag ter

10 min

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.
Hungarian Parliament Building

10 min

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.
Shoes on the Danube Bank

10 min

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

Passing by

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

5 min Admission 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.
St. Gellert Thermal Bath and Swimming Pool

Passing by

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

5 min

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.
Central Market Hall

Passing by

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

Passing 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.
Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga)

10 min Admission 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 point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

Options

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
Own bicycle

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