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Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

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Budapest Danube River cruise boat passing under Chain Bridge with cityscape in the background.
Budapest Danube River cruise at night with view of illuminated Hungarian Parliament building.
Cruise by the Matthias Church in Budapest

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

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

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    • Enjoy a 1-hour Danube cruise with audio guide and an optional drink, perfect for seeing Budapest’s landmarks from a scenic, relaxing setting.

    • Cruise past the Parliament Building, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge while learning their stories through a multilingual audio guide.

    • Admire panoramic views of Gellért Hill and Fisherman’s Bastion from the water, capturing Budapest’s skyline in daylight or by night.

    • Choose a night-time cruise for a magical view of the city’s lights or a daytime ride with a complimentary drink for a refreshing journey.

    • 1-hour daytime or evening sightseeing cruise

    • Complimentary audio guide in English, German, Hungarian, Italian, French, Spanish, Slovak, Russian & Korean

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

    • 1 drink (as per option selected)

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

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    Guests from Spain, Italy, France and over 64 countries have loved this experience

    Tobias Rützel

    Tobias

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Despite a very low occupancy on our Danube cruise, the crew set off and made our stay a wonderful experience.
    Cinzia Vizzarri

    Cinzia

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I booked online, at first of course I was a bit skeptical. Instead everything went very well. I was in Budapest during the June 2 bridge. The booking confirmation came directly to the email. From the app I downloaded the tickets. Punctual departure, 10 p.m. sailing. recommend bringing a sweatshirt or jacket. The view was very very nice
    Guilherme Dourado Silva

    Guilherme

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The scenery was delightful, and purchasing tickets was straightforward. However, the boat driver's pacing was somewhat uneven, speeding past some sights while lingering at others, before attempting to make up for lost time.
    Nurasyamim binti Rasid

    Nurasyamim

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Great! Got there earlier than our actual timing, so we changed and just hopped on to an ealier cruise and they let us. Worth your money and time! Definitely should take this on the first day of your tour/visit in Budapest. Entry to the boat was easy and smooth. I think both day and night cruise are great!
    Konopka Beata

    Konopka

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Very good, easy booking, arrival instructions too. I recommend doing it at night, because the illuminated city is just sublime. Audio guide essential! Take your headphones! The guide's link is in the confirmation e-mail, so don't be fooled. I recommend this tour.
  • Cruise Along the Danube

    Marvel at the wonderful sights of Budapest on the Danube as you enjoy this 1-hour cruise. See the hidden nature of the riverbanks from this sightseeing cruise that one can only see from the water. Bridges over the River Danube were built in many rounds. Take in the fascinating architecture of the Chain Bridge and the Margaret Bridge. Passing by Margaret Island will allow you to see locals walking and jogging on this calm and relaxing favorite getaway within the city.

    Sail Past Famous Bridges

    The evening sightseeing cruise will continue under two famous bridges, including the Chain Bridge with illuminated guardian lions on either street side. See the beauty of the Buda castle, the residence of Hungarian Kings, and the opulence of the Matthias Church, characterized by its neo-Gothic style. On the Buda side of the river, you can see the statue of Szent Gellért after whom the hill was named. On top of the hill, you will see the beautiful Hungarian woman, Citadella, standing proud with her arms open. Imagine these sights in the soft glow of the lights at night.

    Itinerary

    Main Budapest attractions 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

  • 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.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Boarding point

    • Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

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