Sightseeing Cruises

Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

Name: Budapest Day or Evening Danube River Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks
Start: 2025-03-11T17:00:00
End: 2025-03-11T18:00:00
Location: Budapest

Hungarian Parliament Building viewed from a boat on the Danube River in Budapest.

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Danube River evening cruise in Budapest with dinner and champagne, illuminated cityscape in background.

Highlights

Step aboard a scenic Danube cruise in Budapest, and choose between flexible daytime or evening options, each complemented by a refreshing welcome drink.
Glide past Budapest’s iconic sights, including the majestic Parliament Building, Shoes on the Danube Bank, Gellert Hill, Fisherman’s Bastion, Margaret Island, and more.
Select a cruise with audio commentary to hear stories about Buda Castle’s medieval royal legacy, Parliament’s Gothic architecture, Chain Bridge’s destruction and reconstruction after World War II, and more.
Upgrade to an evening cruise to enjoy live music and unlimited cocktails, perfectly complementing Budapest’s illuminated riverside views.

Inclusions

1 to 2-hour daytime or evening cruise (based on the option selected)
Welcome drink of your choice
Unlimited cocktails from the onboard bar (based on the option selected)
Audio commentary (based on the option selected)
Live music (on the evening cruise)

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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Odelia

5/5

Sep, 2024

The cruise at evening time at 6.30pm was the perfect timing to see the views with daylight and the night view when the lights come on. The drink we got with the booking was a great addition while enjoying the views.

Debora

5/5

Aug, 2024

Beautiful river experience, seeing Budapest from the Danube in the late evening and the whole city is lit up is truly spectacular!I highly recommend it 🤩

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Daniel

5/5

Aug, 2024

It was super nice the attention of the staff and live the experience of traveling the Danube at night and see the city from another point of view, which I always saw in travel programs on TV in my country Chile and on youtube totally recommended to do this cruise, because if you do not live that night experience is as if you had not gone to Budapest. Totally recommended, thank you.

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Shivani

5/5

Jun, 2024

From booking to reaching the location and experience was just wonderful. Night views are spectacular, one just can't afford to miss. I had a complementary drink with my booking , was commendable - didn't even have to lift a finger .

Albina

4/5

Apr, 2024

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Itinerary

Sail between Buda and Pest

Take an unforgettable sightseeing cruise on the Danube River and see Budapest differently. Pass by landmarks like the Hungarian Parliament Building, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Buda Castle, which housed Hungarian kings for centuries. Learn about the rich history of these landmarks through the audio commentary. Did you know Buda Castle sits atop Castle Hill, the oldest part of Budapest?

Relax with a drink

Whether you prefer to bask in the warm Budapest sunshine or admire the city bathed in the golden hues of dusk, choose your ideal departure time for a daytime or evening cruise. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic Budapest views with a cocktail of your choice. This 1-hour cruise is a great way to unwind on your holiday, along with getting to learn more about the beauty of Budapest. You can also opt for the 120-minute evening cruise along the Danube river where you can pick 1 welcome drink of your choice and enjoy live music as you sail.

Know before you go

What to bring

Carry a valid photo ID and your booking confirmation for a seamless experience.
Dress warmly in winter months and carry a jacket or layers during evenings, even in summer.
Bring your camera to capture memorable shots of Budapest’s iconic landmarks from the Danube.

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

Arrive at the dock 15 minutes before departure.
Onboard toilets close 5 minutes before docking.
Children up to 14 years must be accompanied by adults.
Click here to view the drinks menu for the unlimited drinks option.

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 cruise to avoid any delays.