Sightseeing Cruises

Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Name: Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise
Start: 2024-11-27T18:20:00
End: 2024-11-27T19:20:00
Location: Budapest

Cruise ship by the Buda Castle in Budapest

Budapest, Chain bridge with tourist boat

Cruise ship by the chain bridge in Budapest

Cruise by the Hungarian Parliament in Budapest

Enjoy Budapest's beauty on a 1-hour Danube River cruise. Choose day or night for stunning views of sunset and city lights.

Highlights

Explore Budapest from the water, cruising past iconic landmarks like the Chain Bridge & Buda Castle.
Spot the Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, and other historic landmarks along the way.
Look for hidden gems from the water, including the Margaret Island green space and the Castle Garden Bazaar.
Choose from a day or night-time cruise to see the city lit up by the sunlight or twinkling under the night sky.
Did you know? Budapest's Shoes on the Danube memorial symbolizes victims of WWII who were shot into the river.

Inclusions

1-hour daytime, evening, or nighttime River Danube cruise (optional)
Audio guide (optional)

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

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

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Rocío

3/5

Nov, 2024

The directions said to arrive at least 20 minutes early, we arrived half an hour early and were waiting 40 minutes at 3⁰C in line because the boat did not arrive, and when it arrived they started smoking and we had to keep waiting in the cold by the river.

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Olga

4/5

Nov, 2024

It is well managed and well organized. The best views are from the top of the boat but it is very cold. The audio guide is downloading an app on your cell phone and bring headphones.

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Jose

4/5

Nov, 2024

Access to the boat was calm, with no confusion, and the tour left on time. There was a problem with the monitors, which remained switched off and displayed informative content for only part of the tour. This always detracts from the experience. If it is feasible to consider scheduling different times for two age groups (up to 30 and over) it could be interesting. The excess of young teenagers caused a bit of a disturbance, especially for older couples looking for a quiet, private experience.

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Pedro

3/5

Nov, 2024

Everything was fine but it was crowded and people were right in front of you to take the picture and did not let you enjoy the experience.

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Elisabeth

5/5

Nov, 2024

Very pleasant trip, very clean ship. The seating capacity was correct (I have read many opinions that in many trips it was overcrowded, but in my case the number of people was correct). I have to say that the lower part was all covered and the upper part had a kind of terrace to observe the scenery but without seats. Buy tickets online, they are cheaper than in person. It offers bar service. What I do not see right is that to enjoy the audio guide you have to download an app that does not work and do not inform you when to turn it on; however on the screens are putting images and small explanations of the important locations. I would definitely repeat.

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Your Experience

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

Know Before You Go

What to bring

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

Additional information

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

My tickets

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.