easy
1 hour
Participants should have basic balance and mobility; no strenuous fitness required.
Take a high-energy ride on a MonsteRoller e-scooter to Budapest’s Gellért Hill. Discover sweeping views, rich history, and hidden city corners in just an hour with guided expert insight. Perfect for thrill-seekers and culture lovers alike!
Age 14+ • 1.5h • Licensed tour guide 🇬🇧 • We'll take you to the top of Gellért Hill!
Embark on a thrilling 1.5-hour guided e-scooter tour to the top of Gellért Hill, where breathtaking panoramic views of Budapest await. Experience the city like never before, with stories from a professional guide, and enjoy the unique handling of MonsteRoller scooters. Discover the beauty of the Liberty Statue and Philosophers' Garden along the way.
1.5 hours
On this quick and scenic tour, we'll take you to the top of Gellért Hill and show you the most incredible panoramic views! We'll share stories of the city and its history on this quick ride which (literally) peaks on the Citadel, where you'll get a truly breathtaking view of Budapest.
Turn the city into your playground on this guided e-scooter tour. MonsteRoller electric scooters feature 9.5 inch wide wheels, a low platform and zero emissions. The handling feels more like surfing than riding and makes them easier to ride than a bicycle but stable and robust as a scooter. Your tour – led by one of our professional guides – will take you around the city with a freedom like no other mode of transportation, with a serious fun factor!
– Live commentary by a professional tour guide in English – Minimum driving age is 14 years; no drivers license required – Includes: helmets (optional) and gloves (for fall/winter season) – Please note that the weight limit is 130 kg (287 lbs)
ROUTE: Gellért square + Gellért thermal bath – a longer stop on top of Gellért Hill by the Citadel, where you'll have time to soak in the beauty of the Liberty Statue & the best panoramic view of Budapest – Philosophers' Garden, a nice green spot with statues and great views
YOUR TOUR DEPARTS FROM: 16 Várkert rakpart, 1013 Budapest (near the Statue of Elizabeth Queen of Hungary and Elisabeth Bridge)
Please bring valid photo ID and arrive a few minutes before your tour departure time.
Tours start in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. High-heel shoes and/or short skirt are not advised. We can provide rain ponchos, and warm gloves (fall/winter season).
Though the tour is on scooters, be prepared for some walking around the summit and viewpoints.
Ensure you understand the scooter controls; guides provide safety briefings before heading out.
Weather can vary quickly at hilltop viewpoints, so dress in layers.
For safety, keep close proximity to your guide and group during the ride.
Gellért Hill has served as a strategic defensive point since Roman times, and the Liberty Statue commemorates Hungary's freedom after World War II.
Operators emphasize eco-friendly travel by using electric scooters, reducing noise and air pollution in this historic area.
Good footwear helps with walking around the hilltop after the scooter ride.
Layered clothing helps adapt to changing weather conditions on the hill.
all specific
Protect your eyes from the sun during bright summer days.
summer specific
Hydration is key during outdoor activities, especially in warmer weather.