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Combo: Budapest Tropicarium-Entry Ticket + Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

Underwater tunnel with fish and shark at Budapest Tropicarium.

Shark swimming in an aquarium at Budapest Tropicarium.

Buda Castle viewed from Danube River during Budapest sightseeing cruise.

Aerial view of a sightseeing cruise on the Danube River with Budapest cityscape.

Open today

10:00am - 8:00pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

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

4.5/5

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Florencia

Jan 2026

Verified booking

The nighttime Danube river cruise was one of the highlights of our trip to Budapest. Seeing the city illuminated from the water is absolutely stunning — the Parliament, Chain Bridge, and Buda Castle look incredible at night. The boat was comfortable, with both indoor seating and outdoor areas offering great views. Everything was well organized from boarding to the end of the cruise, and the pace of the tour was perfect — relaxing and enjoyable. A welcome drink was included, which was a really nice touch and made the experience even more pleasant as we enjoyed the views and took photos. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting Budapest, especially for a first-time visit. It’s a unique and unforgettable way to experience the city.

Edoardo

Mar 2026

Verified booking

A unique experience that is a must if you come to Budapest, in addition to the warm welcome drink and the wonderful evening tour to see the magnificent city from the river. the best thing is undoubtedly the audio guide, which is nothing like the usual boring and unclear ones, but really exciting, as if the river itself were speaking, and then leaving room for the great figures of the past who lived in this beautiful city. I repeat, a unique experience and highly recommended!

Carlos

Jan 2026

Verified booking

A perfect experience to enjoy unique landscapes from Budapest! The tour at night gives you espectacular views of the bridges and the landmarks that will last forever with you. All the staff super nice and the boats are very comfortable and modern. They have an audio guide included that explains every landmark as the boat passes by them. A plus in the audio guide is the +30 languages that they have. Without a doubt this is a very nice experience to enjoy Budapest!

Lucy

Sep 2025

Verified booking

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!

Jeri

Oct 2025

Verified booking

I was thrilled to cruise on the Danube and see all the sights. The audio was excellent and staff helpful. Budapest is beautiful from the river. Seeing the front of Parliment was a bonus. This tour also goes the length of Margaret Island which was beautiful with fall colors. There is the option of getting off and walking the island and getting back on the boat in 1 1/2 hours.

Renato

Oct 2025

Verified booking

The tour is really incredible, taking in various points of interest and sights in Budapest, such as the parliament. Well organized, punctual, with headphones so you can learn more about the tour and the sights in your own language. Our package also included drinks, which made the tour even better. I recommend it!

Save time planning your day in Budapest with this cost-effective combo that lets you explore Tropicarium and enjoy sightseeing on the Danube River.

Wander through enclosures filled with reptiles, insects, and various bird species, all living in habitats designed to resemble their natural homes.

The best part of Tropicarium is its 12-meter long tunnel, which is as long as a public bus, and spot sharks, rays, and jellyfish swimming overhead.

Head over to your next adventure of the day, a day or evening Danube River cruise to see the top spots of Budapest like the Chain Bridge.

Top up your experience with a drink and audio commentary to enhance your experience.

Tropicarium Budapest

Fast-track access to Tropicarium

Feedings: sharks, snake, alligator (depending on the day of visit)

Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

1-hour sightseeing cruise on the Danube River

1 drink

Audio commentary

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
Edoardo
Mar 2026
Verified booking
A unique experience that is a must if you come to Budapest, in addition to the warm welcome drink and the wonderful evening tour to see the magnificent city from the river. the best thing is undoubtedly the audio guide, which is nothing like the usual boring and unclear ones, but really exciting, as if the river itself were speaking, and then leaving room for the great figures of the past who lived in this beautiful city. I repeat, a unique experience and highly recommended!
Piedfort
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Illuminated monuments and historical stories in your language, drinks and Beethoven's music 😁😁😉👋😻🥳
Khongorzul
Mar 2026
Verified booking
It was really nice tour. Next time i will go this cruise. And they gave 1 drink chose . That s nice.
Vanzetto
Mar 2026
Verified booking
After an hour of pleasant sailing. Excellent experience.
Uri
Feb 2026
Verified booking
A wonderful short cruise on a comfortable vessel with a glass roof. Perfect soundproofing, no engine noise at all. Comfortable cabin temperature in winter. A choice of alcoholic beverages, as promised.

Budapest Tropicarium

The Budapest Tropicarium is an engaging indoor zoo that highlights a wide range of ecosystems. Guests can save time by skipping long queues and heading straight to explore lush tropical rainforests and colorful aquariums. Encounter incredible species such as sharks, rays, exotic birds, and reptiles in different settings. Notable features include a large aquarium tunnel, a ray petting zone, and the chance to get up close to rare animals. The Tropicarium also showcases a remarkable variety of amphibians, tropical fish, and a breathtaking coral reef. It is perfect for animal lovers of all ages.

Danube Cruise

With a drink in hand, sail along the Danube River with audio commentary, providing insights to Budapest’s most breathtaking landmarks. Glide past the Hungarian Parliament’s neo-Gothic façade, adorned with spires and topped by a grand red dome. On the opposite bank, see the Buda Castle, its Baroque courtyards perched high on the hill. As you cruise beneath the Chain Bridge, admire its impressive stone pillars and cast-iron chains, a masterpiece of 19th-century engineering. Enjoy seeing the vibrant tiled roof of Matthias Church and the towering dome of St. Stephen’s Basilica.

Tropicarium Budapest

Monday	10:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:00pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:00pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:00pm
Thursday	10:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:00pm
Friday	10:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:00pm
Saturday	10:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:00pm
Sunday	10:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 7:00pm

What's not allowed

Tropicarium Budapest

Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.

Please do not feed the fishes next to the alligator only with that food which you can buy in the area of the Tropicarium, because the animals will get sick from the unusual food.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Outside food and beverages are not permitted onboard.

Accessibility

Tropicarium Budapest

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

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.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Budapest Tropicarium

Show your ticket at Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft.

Address: Budapest, Nagytétényi út 37-43, 1222 Hungary.

Get directions to the redemption point

Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

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