Sightseeing Cruises

Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Name: Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise
Start: 2026-11-04T16:20:00
End: 2026-11-04T17:20:00
Location: Budapest

Operator: Silverline Cruises

4.4/5(5,542)

Carol A

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

I would recommend a Danube cruise to anyone visiting Budapest, Silverline were great and Kris so kind in letting us swap our tickets to a later time after our flight was delayed! It worked out really well as we boarded in the daylight but saw all the buildings light up as it went dark - beautiful :) I can really recommend the mulled wine menu too!

Diego M

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Everything was perfect. Booking was easy, the tickets worked without any problems, and both the spa and the cruise were great. A completely reliable and recommendable company. We would definitely do it again!

Fernando H

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

Muy comodo y la tripulacion muy amable. El trayecto es el adecuado. Y buen precio. Las vistas son espwctaculares. Recomiendo hacerlo por la noche del primer dia.

Lucinda F

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Great length of cruise - good temperature on the boat - good drinks options available to purchase. The audio was only available by downloading an app.

Magbule H

Group

Verified booking

Last week

The evening cruise with Purpleliner was one of the highlights of our Budapest trip! Seeing the city illuminated at night was absolutely magical, especially the beautiful Parliament building and the stunning views along the Danube. The atmosphere was relaxing, and enjoying Budapest from the water made the experience even more special. It was a wonderful way to admire the city’s beauty and create unforgettable memories. I would definitely recommend this cruise to anyone visiting Budapest!

Grażyna G

Group

Verified booking

Oct 2026

We booked a tour of the Parliament and a Danube river cruise. I highly recommend both tours. The Parliament is breathtaking. The interiors are beautifully preserved. The multimedia guide was very user-friendly, with lots of interesting facts not only about the stunning building itself, but also about the history of Hungary. The Danube cruise is at its most beautiful in the evening, when you can admire the gorgeously illuminated city, including its landmarks and of course the Parliament building. Highly recommend!

Glide along the Danube on a relaxed 1-hour cruise, pairing postcard worthy views of Budapest’s riverfront with flexible timing that fits around your plans.

Your ticket includes a 1-hour daytime or evening cruise past both banks of the Danube, giving you unbroken views of Buda Castle, the Parliament building and city bridges.

Tune in with your own earphones to a multilingual audio guide that shares stories about the sights as they glide by, so you enjoy the scenery with easy-to-follow context.

Upgrade by choosing a nighttime sailing to see the city lit up, or add a welcome drink so you can toast Budapest’s skyline as its illuminated monuments drift past.

Pick between audio-guided or drink-focused options by time of day, tailoring your cruise with commentary, sparkling night views, or a relaxed daytime sail to match your mood.

1-hour daytime or evening sightseeing cruise (as per option selected)

Complimentary audio guide in English, German, Hungarian, Italian, French, Spanish, Slovak, Russian & Korean (as per option selected)

1-hour night-time sightseeing cruise (as per option selected)

1 drink (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION1 hour
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Sights covered
Chain Bridge
Bronze Shoes Memorial
Parliament
Margaret Island
Fisherman’s Bastion
Buda Castle
Castle Garden Bazaar
Elizabeth Bridge
Gellért Hill
National Theatre
Central Market Hall

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Kovalenko I
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We had a really great experience! Everything was wonderful, and we really enjoyed our time. The experience was definitely worth it, and we would happily recommend it to other travelers. Everything went smoothly, and we left with lovely memories. Thank you for such a great experience! Only downside is open desk didn't had any overhang, right before our cruise started we got caught in the rain and couldn't enjoy open desk properly, unfortunately. But everything else was perfect, thank you!
Georgios G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The cruise was an amazing experience! The views of Budapest at night were absolutely breathtaking, especially the illuminated Parliament building and the beautiful bridges along the Danube. The atmosphere was relaxing and romantic, and seeing the city lights reflected on the water made the evening truly unforgettable. Everything was well organized, and I highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting Budapest!
Pascale C
Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2026
A wonderful experience with a night view of the city with all the lights on. In particular, the evocative view of the parliament building with its striking lighting, and all the illuminated bridges as well. The view of the city all lit up is truly worth it.
Carmen C
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I loved the thermal baths, a 10 out of 10. The cruise was also very nice, but the translator was speaking too fast, so I couldn't really follow what was being explained. Thank you
Burghard-wolfgang H
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
We had booked a one-hour ride in the dark. The weather made it possible to sit on the upper deck at this time of year and enjoy a perfect view of Budapest. Budapest after dark with that gigantic illumination — simply brilliant!!! A quick tip: the audio guide runs through a smartphone app. It might be helpful to mention this in advance. That way you avoid having to spot the QR code on the back of the seat by chance in the dark. You can install the app ahead of time and make sure your phone has enough battery. Highly recommended!!!

What to bring

Carry your own headphones or earphones to enjoy the audio guide clearly.

In colder months, wear warm clothing; during summer evenings, a light sweater or jacket is recommended.

Accessibility

Please note that this cruise is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers, as access involves a few steps.

Service animals, including guide dogs, are allowed onboard.

What’s not allowed

Guests are not allowed to bring outside food or drinks onto the cruise.

For safety reasons, self-balancing mobility devices and scooters are not permitted.

Additional information

All guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.

Your boarding location may vary depending on the cruise option selected.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.