BUDAPEST
The best of Budapest, on both banks of the Danube.
The 15 most popular things to do in Budapest. Soaking in the thermal baths, a cruise past the floodlit Parliament, the castle hill, the ruin bars and the day trips up the Danube, all in one place.
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“Some light music would be great on the boat since is no audio guide.specially upstairs.But is a great experience with welcome drink and a good price”
Budapest Danube cruise with unlimited Prosecco, beer, and Aperol-style spritz, plus night views of Parliament and the Liberty Bridge.
“the tape recording was a little quiet and the boat sort of smelled like diesel before it got going. but it was fun to sail down the Danube. they were generous with the prosecco too and that's all that matters. fun and easy tourist activity.”
Full-day ticket to Széchenyi Bath in Budapest: 3 outdoor and 15 indoor thermal pools, with optional locker or private cabin upgrades.
“Loved all of it been before and would come again x”
See Budapest’s Chain Bridge and Parliament from the Danube on a one-hour Purpleliner cruise at night or in daylight. $14.
“The iconic buildings of Budapest looked amazing from the river at night and there were plenty of places on the boat to view them. It was very spacious and didn't feel crowded.”
Evening Danube cruise in Budapest with a choice drink, free Wi-Fi, and a multilingual audio guide passing Chain Bridge and Parliament.
“The boat trip was well organised. The audio was brilliant (headphones provided, no need to download on phone). The accompanying video presentation brought the tour to life, showing inside the buildings we were viewing. The drink choice was good. The trip was a highlight of our holiday.”
Budapest Danube dinner cruise with live folk music, dance, buffet Hungarian dinner, and night views of Parliament and Buda Castle.
“The buffet variety was good, and the dancers and musicians were very entertaining. The scenery during the cruise was beautiful, and all the lights were magical.”
Historic Budapest Danube paddle steamer with a welcome drink and a 30-language audio guide on your phone. One hour of major sights.
“Great experience with a a relaxed feel that was not at all overcrowded. The welcome drink was lovely, facilities were clean and well looked after, while the audio guide was useful without being intrusive. All round, a recommended experience for visitors to Budapest.”
Skip-the-line entry to St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest, plus an optional panoramic terrace upgrade for 360° city views.
“Enjoyable trip to the Basilica. Great view from the roof terrace and beautiful interior. A lovely place for peace, calmness and intrigue.”
See Budapest lit up on a 50-minute Danube cruise from Vigadó tér. Pass Parliament, Buda Castle and Chain Bridge. $16, heated boat.
“Go one hour after sunset.. we went right on time for sunset, but the buildings lit up after half of our boat ride. And it gets really cold. Otherwise very good, enough space for everyone.”
Explore Budapest under Buda Castle on a guided cave tour through limestone tunnels, 800-year-old cellars, and WWII shelters.
“Great guide and very informative. Guide made the whole experience worthwhile. Would recommend.”
Sip drinks on a 90-minute Budapest Danube night cruise with live Hungarian folk music, cimbalom sounds, and lit-up Parliament views.
“Perfect for a family, couple, friends, everyone. Really enjoyed the live music, hospitality, drinks, evening view. A must thing to do when in Budapest”
Budapest hop-on hop-off bus with English walking tour and 15-language audio guide, plus Danube cruise option. 20 stops across Buda & Pest.
“Hop on hop off easy, convenient and definitely worth the money.”
Relax on a 70-minute Danube cruise in Budapest with a 30-language audio guide, onboard Wi‑Fi, and a welcome drink included.
“Really informative , comfortable and a wonderful way to see the city”
Ticketed Hungarian Parliament visit with multilingual audio: Kossuth Square first, then red-carpeted halls and Crown Jewels in one hour.
“Both the guides were at the meeting point giving helpful instructions before entry. Since there were a couple of no-shows, they were kind enough to accommodate one of our group members who could not get a entry ticket. Thank you for that!”
A 2-hour night walk through Budapest’s Buda Castle District with a period-costumed guide telling vampire and folk legends for $23.
“Bernadette was amazing, she looked just the part, and a great story teller. Was a wonderful few hrs learning some local history, and the views were stunning to boot. A great way to end our first day in this beautiful city.”
The baths, the river, the castle hill and the ruin bars - and every way to spend a day on either bank of the Danube.
