BUDAPEST
The best of Budapest, on both banks of the Danube.
Budapest's 15 most popular concerts, side by side: what each one costs, how long it runs and where you book it. The pick of the bunch, and what the day actually gets you on either bank of the Danube.
Budapest Danube dinner cruise with live folk music, dance, buffet Hungarian dinner, and night views of Parliament and Buda Castle.
Most Popular“Great entertainment. Great food. Beautiful views. Especially good at Christmas. Orchestra and dancers were very talented and engaging.”
Sip drinks on a 90-minute Budapest Danube night cruise with live Hungarian folk music, cimbalom sounds, and lit-up Parliament views.
“Great activity, even if you just want to sit inside and enjoy the views. Table service was excellent, the bar staff were very attentive and kept the drinks flowing. Lots of people of all ages having an awesome time!”
Candlelit Danube dinner cruise in Budapest with a 4-course meal, welcome drink, live music, and night views of Parliament.
“We really enjoyed this from start to finish. It was our anniversary We were given a lovely window table and a free glass of champagne. What's not to like! We very much enjoyed the food and loved the Hungarian wine that was reasonably priced”
1.5-hour Danube dinner cruise with live folk music, cimbalom, and dance show plus an unlimited Hungarian buffet from Akadémia.
“Very good! The service was courteous and attentive. The food was good, as advertised. The musicians were good, and the dancers were very entertaining. What made the experience even better was the personal attention given by the performers who visited every table.”
Candlelit Danube dinner cruise in Budapest with live music, a 4-course meal, welcome drink, and big-night views from floor-to-ceiling windows.
“The candlelit dinner cruise was a lovely way to put spend an evening on the river. Excellent food with plenty of choice and very well presented. Well worth the money.”
Hear Mozart and Baroque favorites in Budapest’s St Stephen’s Basilica. Choose among 3 concerts and 4 seating classes for about 70 minutes.
“Beautiful setting, polished professionals playing magnificent music, by candlelight — doesn’t get much better.”
2-hour Danube dinner cruise with welcome Prosecco, 4-course meal, and live music in Budapest’s sunset-to-night glow.
“Service was good and enjoyed the views along the Danube at night. Boat was half full due to time of year but still had a great atmosphere. Food was tasty and had a nice selection of drinks. The music and dancing with costume was great fun. Towards the end we all got up and joined…”
Hear an organ concert at St. Stephen’s Basilica with Kolos Kováts, flute by Eleonóra Krusic, and a program spanning Mozart to Bach.
Spend 70 minutes in Matthias Church hearing Mozart, Bach, and more with the Duna String Orchestra and violin soloist Gabora Gyula. $70.
“A wonderful concert with excellent string instrumentalists. The performance was precise, expressive, and very enjoyable. The church made the experience even more special. Highly recommended!”
Listen to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and more in St. Michael’s Church, with excellent acoustics, helpful seating options, and a 70-minute program.
“Beautiful! I loved the acoustics. Heated pew seats were an added bonus.”
See the Rajkó Folk Ensemble perform Hungarian music and dance at Hungarian Gastro Cellar, with drink or dinner options. 80 minutes.
“I liked the performance very much. The dancing and music were of exceptional quality.”
10pm Danube cruise in Budapest with live folk music, candlelight, and Hungarian buffet or drinks. See Parliament and Castle lights.
“Something different, old fashion boat with live music, great cocktails, and a great way to see Budapest of a evening after dinner.”
Hear organ music in St. Stephen’s Basilica, then add a Danube cruise with views and drinks or dinner options in Budapest.
“Talented musicians in a beautiful venue. Nice beginning to my trip to Budapest. Book the first section if possible.”
Cruise Budapest at night on the River Diva with live music, buffet dinner or BBQ, unlimited drinks, and rooftop igloo views.
“I loved this experience. The boat looked so beautiful. The food was amazing. The staff was super helpful and kind. I recommend it. My husband and I had the best time”
Rajkó Folk Ensemble performs Budapest Hungarian folk dance and live music in an intimate wine-cellar venue, with optional food packages.
“This show features talented dancers and (in my opinion) even more talented musicians. The show is fairly short (roughly 90 minutes) so I recommend seeing if you can fit it into your schedule. The music, dancing, and outfits will definitely make you feel as though you're in a different era. The only recommendation I have…”
The baths, the river, the castle hill and the ruin bars - and every way to spend a day on either bank of the Danube.
