Sightseeing Cruises

Budapest Danube River Nighttime Sightseeing Cruise

Name: Budapest Danube River Nighttime Sightseeing Cruise
Start: 2025-11-01T16:40:00
End: 2025-11-01T17:40:00
Location: Budapest

Dinner cruise on the Danube River with Buda Castle and Chain Bridge illuminated at night, Budapest.

Hungarian Parliament Building illuminated at night viewed from a Budapest Danube River dinner cruise.

Couple toasting wine glasses during candlelight dinner on Budapest Danube River cruise.

Accordion player performing for guests on Budapest Danube River dinner cruise.

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

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

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Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.0/5

(1,861)

Lucy

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The spa wasn't over crowded and after going to the biggest one in Europe the day before and completely disappointed this got recommended and what an amazing experience. The boat ride was fantastic a really lovely evening seeing the city lit up. Just could of done with better instructions on getting on the boat as we joined the queue and didn't realise there was a boat behind the first one which you have to enter to get on your boat so if I hadn't of asked someone in the queue if they were on the same trip we could of missed getting on!

Christine

Sep 2025

Verified booking

4/5

We particularly liked the audio guide, which had to be downloaded as an app. This plays the relevant sequences according to GPS localization. Unfortunately, there was no indication at the beginning, only in the e-mail, so that 95% of the guests apparently did not use it. It was also a shame that the guests who had a welcome drink were allowed onto the boat first, although some of them arrived much later. This meant that all the seats at the top of the boat were already occupied. But in itself recommendable 😊

Lua

Oct 2025

Verified booking

4/5

A 1-hour Danube river tour at sunset for a very good price. You see the main monuments on the banks of the Danube illuminated. Option to go under cover seated, or standing outside. The audio guide does not always switch on automatically when you are at the appropriate monument, and there could be outdoor seating for comfort. The indoor seating is quite uncomfortable as well.

Sip a complimentary drink as you enjoy a 1-hour Danube River cruise, with an audio guide in 9 languages to enrich your sightseeing journey.

Cruise past Budapest's lit-up landmarks, including the Parliament, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge, on a magical 1-hour night-time sail.

See the city come alive from the water with panoramic views of its UNESCO-listed riverbanks and historic architecture under the stars.

Opt for the nighttime cruise with an audio guide to discover Budapest’s most iconic sights illuminated against the night sky!

1-hour daytime sightseeing cruise

Audio guide in English, German, Hungarian, Italian, French, Spanish, Slovak, Russian & Korean

Welcome drink (as per option selected)

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

TOTAL DURATION60 minutes - 60 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
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 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Antonio
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Night Cruise on the Danube A Romantic Dream on the Water Sailing along the Danube at night was like drifting through a fairytale. As the boat moved gently over the water, Budapest unveiled its most enchanting side. The Parliament glowed like a golden crown, the Chain Bridge sparkled with delicate lights, and Buda Castle watched over the city from the hill, bathed in a warm, magical glow. Every monument felt alive, whispering stories of history, love, and timeless beauty. The reflections danced on the river, and the calm breeze made the moment even more intimate. Surrounded by lights, water, and music, it felt as if time had slowed down just for us. It was a night to hold hands, to dream, and to fall in love with Budapest beneath the stars. This cruise is more than a tour, it is a memory etched in the heart. For couples and dreamers, it is simply the most romantic way to experience the soul of this unforgettable city.
Silvia
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Everything perfect, fast boarding, on-time departure, night view of Budapest's main sights from the Danube. Pleasant temperature because indoors with opening windows for better picture taking.
Rita
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Everything went smoothly. The cruise was beautiful and our boat was one of the nicest and best equipped of all those we saw with the same activity on the river. The app worked very well.
Marta
Oct 2025
Verified booking
3/5
You have to leave 1 hour before if you want to get on top of the boat because otherwise you run out of room and you have to go downstairs, which is very hot because the air conditioning is very strong.we went without a stroller because it said so in the instructions at the entrance and when we arrived everyone was with their strollers, even people with wheelchairs. The boat broke down, after 1 hour waiting in line and they gave you the option of refunding your money or relocating you. We had more days and were able to reschedule, but some people missed it. The next day we obviously took our trolley, there are some stairs to get on the boat but you can take it perfectly.
Lua
Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
A 1-hour Danube river tour at sunset for a very good price. You see the main monuments on the banks of the Danube illuminated. Option to go under cover seated, or standing outside. The audio guide does not always switch on automatically when you are at the appropriate monument, and there could be outdoor seating for comfort. The indoor seating is quite uncomfortable as well.

What to bring

Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

Dress warmly in winter months and carry a jacket or layers during evenings, even in summer.

What's not allowed

Outside food and beverages are not permitted onboard.

Unfortunately, self-balancing wheelchairs or scooters cannot be accommodated due to safety considerations.

Accessibility

The experience is not wheelchair or stroller-accessible. Guests must walk a short flight of steps leading to the cruise.

Your guide dogs are welcome on the ship.

Additional information

Children aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

The boarding point depends on the type of cruise you choose.