BUDAPEST
The best of Budapest, on both banks of the Danube.
Budapest's 15 most popular cruises & boat tours, 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.
A one-hour Danube highlights cruise from Dock 42 with a welcome drink, big views of Parliament and Buda Castle, and an easy, affordable night out.
Most Popular“It started late. But that wasn’t a bad thing. Just something to note. Gorgeous view, great price, must do.”
Budapest Danube cruise with unlimited Prosecco, beer, and Aperol-style spritz, plus night views of Parliament and the Liberty Bridge.
“This is a great trip. The Prosecco is unlimited with the staff continually topping up glasses. It’s a great way of seeing the sights whilst chilling with a glass of wine. Very enjoyable and good value for money”
See Budapest’s Chain Bridge and Parliament from the Danube on a one-hour Purpleliner cruise at night or in daylight. $14.
“Enjoyable 50 minute cruise along the Danube in the evening. Great experience to see the magnificent buildings and bridges lit up. Excellent value at only £11-£12 per person”
Evening Danube cruise in Budapest with a choice drink, free Wi-Fi, and a multilingual audio guide passing Chain Bridge and Parliament.
“Boat is really nice and Budapest at night is beautiful, I totally recommend this to see the city from another perspective”
Budapest Danube dinner cruise with live folk music, dance, buffet Hungarian dinner, and night views of Parliament and Buda Castle.
“The food isn’t great, very limited options and very bland. The choices were 2 soups, 1 potato thing, gnocchi , and stewed beef, bread. That is all. But you can get good photos with parliament and the music entertainment was great. The staff are friendly and helpful. Overall I would just get a boat tour…”
Historic Budapest Danube paddle steamer with a welcome drink and a 30-language audio guide on your phone. One hour of major sights.
“This particular boat was a paddle boat, which made it quite unique and New Orleans like.. The decor inside was wood with cosy rugs on the seats as our particular trip was in January, all the tables had cozy lamps on which added to the warm subtle lighting and ambience. The staff were extremely friendly…”
See Budapest lit up on a 50-minute Danube cruise from Vigadó tér. Pass Parliament, Buda Castle and Chain Bridge. $16, heated boat.
“There was a pleasant atmosphere everywhere) I recommend it!”
Sip drinks on a 90-minute Budapest Danube night cruise with live Hungarian folk music, cimbalom sounds, and lit-up Parliament views.
“absolutely fantastic cruise down the danube our glass was never empty wr also got lovely savoury pastries. folk music was good too. boat stopped for a bit outside the Hungarian parliament for people to take pictures and videos lots of selfies. then we turned down river danube to see buda castle everything was lit up…”
Relax on a 70-minute Danube cruise in Budapest with a 30-language audio guide, onboard Wi‑Fi, and a welcome drink included.
“I really enjoyed this boat trip. It was the best boat trip I have done. I did the 10.15 boat tour and it was a fantastic time to see the city and and all the sights. So peaceful and with excellent commentary. The drinks that were served both going up the river and back down…”
Hop on an open-top bus to see Budapest, plus an included Danube cruise and Pest walking tour. Great views and simple planning.
“The tour was very informative; the guide (Hicam) informed all of us very well in two different languages. I would definitely recommend the tour. I was very pleased with Hicam; he was very thorough and knowledgeable. Thank you for the tour!”
See Budapest’s lit bridges and Parliament from the Danube on a 1-hour night cruise with a drink, 30-language audio, and Wi‑Fi.
“Overall nice experience. Boat was clean and left on time. Directions to dock were clear. Appreciate the glass of wine during the evening cruise. Sights were beautiful.”
Danube at night with panoramic views and unlimited prosecco spritzers plus lemonade, all in a 1.5-hour Budapest cruise with English audio.
“One of the best things Budapest has to offer. There is plenty of time to get all the prosecco you want and to take in the beautiful sights. Seeing the parliament building for the first time was such an amazing moment!”
Enjoy a one-hour Danube sightseeing cruise with Tokaj Frizzante, phone audio guide, and an easy view of Budapest’s main landmarks.
“Immaculate boat, very comfortable. Included drink was lovely. The bar menu was very well priced.”
90-minute Budapest Danube dinner cruise with Prosecco, goulash soup and fresh lángos, live music, dancers, and iconic night views.
“An excellent experience. Great food and entertainment from Hungarian musicians. Worth having some cash to tip the musicians etc as they are brilliant.”
A 1-hour Budapest Danube highlights cruise at night with a welcome drink, onboard Wi‑Fi, and big views of Parliament, Buda Castle, and more.
“Views were beautiful, the outside section of the boat got crowded fast, I wish we’d got there earlier so we could have better seats/photo opportunities. There’s no audio/tour guide so it’s hard to know what you’re looking at but was a good experience.”
The baths, the river, the castle hill and the ruin bars - and every way to spend a day on either bank of the Danube.
