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Skip the lines at St. Stephen’s Basilica for a guided tour, treasury access, and panoramic terrace views, then enjoy a scenic day or evening Danube cruise with a drink.
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Both spots are just a 15-minute walk or quick drive apart, making it easy to visit in one day. Booking together saves time and ensures a smooth Budapest experience.
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Upgrade for a guided lookout terrace tour with stunning city views and an in-depth exploration of the treasury’s rare artifacts at St. Stephen’s Basilica.
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St. Stephen’s Basilica
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Guided tour of St. Stephen’s Basilica
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English-speaking tour guide
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Skip-the-line entry
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Access to the panoramic terrace via elevator
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Access to the treasury and historical exhibition
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Guided tour of the lookout terrace around the dome and the treasury (as per option selected)
Budapest Sightseeing Cruise
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1-hour day or evening sightseeing cruise (as per option selected)
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1 drink
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Audio commentary
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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St. Stephen’s Basilica
Skip the long lines at St. Stephen’s Basilica and step into a grand hall with soaring domes, towering marble columns, walls covered in gold-trimmed frescoes, and mosaics depicting biblical scenes. Your guide shares the stories behind the artwork and relics, including St. Stephen’s mummified right hand, displayed in an ornate glass case. The treasury showcases embroidered vestments, jewel-studded chalices, and ancient manuscripts. Ride the elevator to the panoramic terrace, where you’ll see Budapest’s skyline unfold, from the bridges of the Danube to the hills of Buda.
Budapest Sightseeing Cruise
Cruise down the Danube River with a drink and audio commentary for a front-row seat to Budapest’s most stunning sights. Pass by the Hungarian Parliament’s neo-Gothic facade lined with spires and crowned with a massive red dome. Across the water, Buda Castle sits high on a hill, a palace complex with Baroque courtyards. As you drift under the Chain Bridge, look at its massive stone pillars and cast-iron chains, a marvel of 19th-century engineering. Sip your drink while spotting Matthias Church’s colorful tiled roof and the dome of St. Stephen’s Basilica towering above the cityscape.
What to bring
Budapest Sightseeing Cruise
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Carry a valid photo ID and your booking confirmation for a seamless experience.
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Dress warmly in winter months and carry a jacket or layers during evenings, even in summer.
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Bring your camera to capture memorable shots of Budapest’s iconic landmarks from the Danube.
What's not allowed
St. Stephen’s Basilica
- Eating, drinking, and smoking are strictly prohibited inside the church.
Budapest Sightseeing Cruise
- Outside food and beverages are not permitted onboard.
Accessibility
St. Stephen’s Basilica
- This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users due to accessibility limitations.
Budapest Sightseeing Cruise
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The experience is not wheelchair or stroller-accessible. Guests must walk a short flight of steps leading to the cruise.
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Your guide dogs are welcome on the ship.
Additional information
St. Stephen’s Basilica
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Wear appropriate attire for a church—no sleeveless tops, short skirts, or shorts; men must uncover their heads.
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On Saturdays, the church may close temporarily for 30 to 60 minutes due to wedding ceremonies.
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If the church area is closed for a special ceremony, you can start your visit with the terrace and treasury and then return to the church once it reopens.
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You can take one of the two elevators to reach the terrace or climb 160 steps if the elevator has long queues.
Budapest Sightseeing Cruise
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Arrive at the dock 15 minutes before departure.
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Onboard toilets close 5 minutes before docking.
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Children up to 14 years must be accompanied by adults.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.
Meeting points
Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour
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Meet your guide at Bazilika ticket.
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Address: Budapest, Szent István tér 2, 1051 Hungary.
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Landmark: In front of the Basilica Ticket Office. It is on the square, 50 meters to the right from the steps of Saint Stephen's Basilica, next to the Starbucks coffee shop.
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Guide Identifier:Your tour guide will hold a sign "GUIDED TOUR". If the line is long at the ticket office, the tour guide will stay a few meters away from the crowd, near Starbucks, so as to be seen better.
Get directions to the meeting point
Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks
- Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions
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