Sightseeing Cruises

Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Name: Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise
Start: 2025-01-18T16:30:00
End: 2025-01-18T17:30:00
Location: Budapest

Cruise ship sailing on the Danube River near Buda Castle, 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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Miguel

3/5

Jan, 2025

This tour does not add anything to the visit to Budapest, no information during the tour. It is preferable to choose a dinner cruise on another boat.

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Veselin

4/5

Dec, 2024

The boat experience was great, but during the trip a few people came out to the front of the deck and blocked the view of the others who were sitting at the front of the ship. My suggestion is that there should be a little more control during the trip by the organizers. Happy holidays!

Veronica

5/5

Dec, 2024

Excellent experience that allows you to see the city's main attractions from a different perspective. On board the boat you can enjoy drinks and enjoy the view to the sound of music.

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Tury

5/5

Dec, 2024

It was our second trip with the MS Nestroy, it was also this time a unique experience. on this ship with its unique crew enchants you every time anew. A very special thank you to our captain for the great nautical performance. You don't feel that you are sailing, it is almost as if you are floating above the Danube. In culinary terms, everything is great anyway, considering the cramped conditions in which everything is prepared. You don't realize how many hands are involved in everything and just feel at ease. Leave everything as it is, it is unique and you can see that by booking the next trip the same day after the first one. Thank you to Jenny the service staff and all those who are away from home for a long time and certainly miss their families. We are already very dissatisfied and demanding and do not look far enough into the background. Thank you for this wonderful trip Ciao d more MS Nestroy

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Karen

3/5

Dec, 2024

I was not given an audio guide, the entrance to the place was not orderly. Although the views are incredible, it could have been a better experience with another agency.

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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.