Margaret Island

February 7 2019

Your Option to Go on Margaret Island

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Surrounded by the Danube river, famous for its ancient trees and its beautiful gardens; Margaret Island is a historical place in the middle of the Hungarian capital of Budapest, full of beautiful spots that make it one of the most popular and most pleasant sightseeing destinations in the city.

We advise you to come to the island with enough water and sunscreen during the summer as you might end up staying quite some time in the island’s gardens! Picnics and social gatherings are frequent among locals and travelers alike. It is indeed a great spot for relaxing and enjoying a sunny day!

Referred to as Margitsziget in Hungarian, the island is named after Saint Margaret, Margit, the daughter of the 13th-century King Béla. She was one of the most loved princesses of Hungarian history, and as a tourist it is worth knowing about her life and personal story.

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Whether you want to discover the island’s gardens, the pools or the historical places, make sure to make the most of your time with our emission-free vehicles!

We are Go Mobility, a company focused on green and innovative mobility solutions. We have 7 years of experience renting bikes, go karts and electric vehicles on Margaret Island, helping both tourists and locals alike to have fun in their time in this relaxing getaway from the city.

Take our rentals for a ride to explore one of the most relaxing and pleasant parks in Europe, the unique fairy garden of Margaret Island!

We offer rentals ranging from 30 minutes to a full day (available rental durations vary by vehicle type). Our full price list is available here.

Make sure to discover the island’s history and main sights with us! We’ll be happy to drop you any hints and tips for you during your visit.

“Did you know that Saint Margit was born in the Kingdom of Croatia? Being the last daughter in a family of 10 siblings, her father promised to God to send her to a monastery if the Mongol invasion was repelled. Later on, her father tried to marry her, to which she refused… ”

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January 22 2019

Top Sights to See on Margaret Island

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Margaret Island is a place full of history, stories and particular spots that make up for a pleasant and relaxing time. It is famous for its ancient trees, well-preserved grass and coordinated flower work, as well as being surrounded by the Danube River.

If you are looking for a relatively quiet and secluded place after a long day in the city, Margaret Island (Margitsziget in Hungarian) is definitely your spot. It’s quite romantic too! It’s common to see lovers enjoying each others\’ company, marking their initials in trees with encircling hearts.

“Did you know that the Musical Fountain and the Water Tower are protected UNESCO World Heritage sites?”

When weather allows it, make sure to make a stop at the famous 1,000 square meters Musical Fountain with its water dances and spraying water in synchronized motion with musical accompaniment. Pumped and equipped with 154 fountain nozzles and 227 lamps and a variety of lights that invite you for a unique musical and visual experience each day between 11am and 9pm.

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If you have the chance, make sure to arrive after sunset! At 9pm, this magical fountain splashes with LED light colors that come alive as they are projected on a stunning water curtain. The Fountain is one of the island’s main sightseeing spots that are still open for free to the public to enjoy. With an extensive setlist of various styles of music, it invites tourists and locals alike to enjoy an enchanting experience. Wether you like the musical classics or modern songs, there is a place for everybody!

(Follow this link to see a detailed schedule of the fountain in Hungarian.)

Top sights to see on Margaret Island include:

The Musical Fountain
The Centennial memorial
The floral and peaceful Japanese Garden
The Mini Zoo (it’s free!)
The 5.3 running track (if you are the sportive type)
The Palatinus Water Park, famous for its outside pools
The Monastery Ruins

The island has always been a famous hotspot during the day, but lately it has enjoyed a particular attraction also after sunset, as people enjoy to share a drink with friends and discover the well-illuminated paths and walkways.

You can see events such as yoga or meditation classes being held among the trees. Sportive enthusiasts throwing balls through the grass. Children running around with their families. Runners enjoying both sides of the river in the paved running track. The island is an ideal place for picnics too!

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Wether you want to discover the island’s gardens, the pools or the historical places, make sure to make the most of your time with our emission-free vehicles!

We are Go Mobility, a company focused on green and innovative mobility solutions. We have 7 years of experience renting bikes, go karts and electric vehicles on Margaret Island, helping both tourists and locals alike to have fun in their time in this relaxing getaway from the city. Take our rentals for a ride to explore one of the most relaxing and pleasant parks in Europe, the 95-hectare unique garden of Margaret Island!

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Make sure to discover the island’s history and main sights with us! We’ll be happy to give your some hints and tips to help you make the most of your visit.

Go Mobility. Your option to Go on Margaret Island.

January 22 2019

Nature and History in The Middle of Budapest: Margaret Island

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Shaped like a teardrop, Margaret Island is a 2.5 km island on the Danube River, in the middle of what is now the Hungarian capital of Budapest.

Referred as Margitsziget in Hungarian, the island is named after Saint Margaret, Margit, the daughter of the 13th-century King Béla. Throughout history, it has been called different names, from the German Margareteninsel, the Turkish Kızadası and other Hungarian denominations such as Nádor-sziget, Palatinus-sziget and Dunai-sziget.

“Did you know that in the Middle Ages, the island was called Island of the Rabbits because of the many rabbits running around there? Nowadays, you can see porcupines, birds and other animals, as well as visit the free mini-Zoo!“

First settled by the Knights of St. John in the 12th century, it was the home of various religious organizations such as the Franciscan, Augustinian and Dominican churches. It was the home of monks and nuns for decades, until the Ottoman Wars forced them to flee and their buildings were destroyed. In turn, the Ottoman Turks turned the island into a harem until they were expelled from Hungary.

The island was declared a public garden in 1908, which prevented further residency buildings to be built. Since the 1980’s, entry for cars has been limited, which helps the island remain a natural and peaceful retreat in the middle of the busy capital.

If you are into sports, the island has a rubber coating running track measuring 5.3 kilometers around it, which can be quite an inspiration for runners as they run around, admiring the riverside and both sides of Budapest.

If running is not for you, or you just aren’t equipped for it during your travel, don’t worry! If you want to take a relaxing stroll among the trees or discover the island in a quick and fun way, we have the perfect solution for you!

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We are Go Mobility, a company focused on green and innovative mobility solutions. We have 7 years of experience renting bikes, go karts and electric vehicles on Margaret Island, helping both tourists and locals alike to have fun in their time in this relaxing getaway from the city. Take our rentals for a ride to explore one of the most soothing and pleasant parks in Europe, the unique garden of Margaret Island!

Make sure to discover the island’s history and main sights with us! We’ll be happy to drop you any hints and tips for you.