Sightseeing Cruises

Budapest Danube River Evening Cruise with Live Music

Musician playing traditional instrument on Budapest Danube River evening cruise with live Hungarian folk music.

Guests enjoying drinks on a Danube sightseeing cruise.

Fisherman's Bastion illuminated at night, viewed from a Danube River cruise in Budapest.

Guests with drinks on Danube sightseeing cruise, Budapest night skyline in background.

Duration

2 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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4.7/5

(6)

Carole

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

It was perfect! A glass of Prosecco, the choice of sitting in the boat or outside FACING the monuments, and really warm and good musicians playing well-known tunes! It was a great family evening, and I highly recommend it.

Alejandro

Jun 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Wonderful for 18 euros for a single trip. We stood outside the boat in the shade. As soon as you arrive they give you a free glass of cava. Then come musicians with violin and so on. Super cool the boat inside. Totally recommended for this price as others are more expensive.

Glide past the striking Parliament Building, the neo-Gothic Matthias Church, the majestic Buda Castle, and other landmarks as they come alive under the night sky.

Experience the soul of Hungarian culture onboard with live folk music performed by the talented Rajkó Folk Orchestra.

Revel in the comfort of air-conditioned cabins and a selection of purchasable drinks onboard.

Fun fact: The majestic stone lions on the Chain Bridge, connecting Buda and Pest, caused quite a stir! The sculptor proudly declared them flawless, but when someone claimed they had no tongues, he was so embarrassed he allegedly jumped into the Danube. (Spoiler: they actually do have tongues; they are just not easily visible from below!)

90-minute evening cruise

Live Hungarian folk music

Air-conditioned cabins

Drinks on board (Available for purchase)

Audio guided tour

Pick-up and drop-off

Beverages

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Be sure to bring your camera to capture those postcard-worthy moments along the way!

What’s not allowed

Unfortunately, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Additional information

The cruise kicks off at 7pm; arrive a few minutes early to settle in comfortably.

For the best view of Buda Castle, head to the left side of the ship as you face forward.

As you pass under the Chain Bridge, don’t forget to wave at the locals. It’s a fun tradition!

To avoid seasickness, skip heavy meals before the cruise and keep your eyes on the horizon if you feel uneasy.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point. Students must show a valid student ID.

Please arrive at the boarding point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

Boarding point

Board your cruise at Gróf Széchenyi Boat.

Address: Budapest, Id. Antall József rkp., 1051 Hungary.

Landmark: Located in Akadémia 2 ponton.

Get directions to the boarding point