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Experience the best Danube Cruises in Budapest

Experience the beauty of Budapest from the water with a scenic sightseeing cruise that takes you through the city’s iconic landmarks. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city’s skyline, especially at night, with options for sunset cocktails, unlimited prosecco, and live music. Whether you're looking for a relaxing evening or a lively party atmosphere, these cruises offer the perfect way to explore Budapest's charm.
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Slide 1 of 8, Parliament building illuminated at night with a sightseeing cruise on the river.
Parliament building illuminated at night with a sightseeing cruise on the river.
1 hr
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  • Take in Budapest’s cityscape on a night cruise, complete with unlimited Mionetto Prosecco, Aperitivo Spritz, or homemade lemonade.

  • Glide past landmarks like the Parliament, Buda Castle, and the Chain Bridge, with two convenient departures on Friday and Saturday evenings.

  • Scan the onboard QR code for an English audio guide, sharing stories and facts about the sights along the Danube.

  • Central departures make joining the cruise easy, plus the onboard bar lets you purchase extra drinks or food as you relax.

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  • Take in Budapest’s cityscape on a night cruise, complete with unlimited Mionetto Prosecco, Aperitivo Spritz, or homemade lemonade.

  • Glide past landmarks like the Parliament, Buda Castle, and the Chain Bridge, with two convenient departures on Friday and Saturday evenings.

  • Scan the onboard QR code for an English audio guide, sharing stories and facts about the sights along the Danube.

  • Central departures make joining the cruise easy, plus the onboard bar lets you purchase extra drinks or food as you relax.

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Slide 1 of 10, Sightseeing cruise on the Danube River with Budapest's Chain Bridge and Buda Castle illuminated at night.
Sightseeing cruise on the Danube River with Budapest's Chain Bridge and Buda Castle illuminated at night.
2 hrs
  • Glide past the striking Parliament Building, the neo-Gothic Matthias Church, the majestic Buda Castle, and other landmarks as they come alive under the night sky.

  • Experience the soul of Hungarian culture onboard with live folk music performed by the talented Rajkó Folk Orchestra.

  • Revel in the comfort of air-conditioned cabins and a selection of purchasable drinks onboard.

  • Fun fact: The majestic stone lions on the Chain Bridge, connecting Buda and Pest, caused quite a stir! The sculptor proudly declared them flawless, but when someone claimed they had no tongues, he was so embarrassed he allegedly jumped into the Danube. (Spoiler: they actually do have tongues; they are just not easily visible from below!)

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  • Glide past the striking Parliament Building, the neo-Gothic Matthias Church, the majestic Buda Castle, and other landmarks as they come alive under the night sky.

  • Experience the soul of Hungarian culture onboard with live folk music performed by the talented Rajkó Folk Orchestra.

  • Revel in the comfort of air-conditioned cabins and a selection of purchasable drinks onboard.

  • Fun fact: The majestic stone lions on the Chain Bridge, connecting Buda and Pest, caused quite a stir! The sculptor proudly declared them flawless, but when someone claimed they had no tongues, he was so embarrassed he allegedly jumped into the Danube. (Spoiler: they actually do have tongues; they are just not easily visible from below!)

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€9
Slide 1 of 6, Szentendre Old Town street with colorful buildings and church tower, Hungary.
Szentendre Old Town street with colorful buildings and church tower, Hungary.
7 hrs 30 mins
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  • Swap busy city sightseeing for a relaxing day on the Danube, with boat travel both ways and time to discover Szentendre at leisure.

  • A knowledgeable guide introduces Szentendre's history, Serbian influences, and artistic heritage before your independent exploration.

  • Wander through baroque squares and colorful streets, then browse galleries, museums, cafés, and artisan shops around town.

  • The return sailing showcases Budapest's riverfront, with views of landmarks such as Parliament and Buda Castle from the water.

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  • Swap busy city sightseeing for a relaxing day on the Danube, with boat travel both ways and time to discover Szentendre at leisure.

  • A knowledgeable guide introduces Szentendre's history, Serbian influences, and artistic heritage before your independent exploration.

  • Wander through baroque squares and colorful streets, then browse galleries, museums, cafés, and artisan shops around town.

  • The return sailing showcases Budapest's riverfront, with views of landmarks such as Parliament and Buda Castle from the water.

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€74
Slide 1 of 7, Visitors toasting with champagne on a cruise along the Danube River, Budapest.
Visitors toasting with champagne on a cruise along the Danube River, Budapest.
2 hrs 30 mins
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  • Combine a classic Hungarian brunch with top Budapest views on this 1.5-hour Danube River cruise with a glass of warm/soft drink and optional unlimited prosecco.

  • Take in iconic views of Budapest’s riverside landmarks like the Parliament Building, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge.

  • Relax in comfort as you dine indoors, then head to the open upper deck for panoramic views and fresh air.

  • Choose from variants like brunch-only, brunch with unlimited prosecco, or a light coffee and cake cruise.

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  • Combine a classic Hungarian brunch with top Budapest views on this 1.5-hour Danube River cruise with a glass of warm/soft drink and optional unlimited prosecco.

  • Take in iconic views of Budapest’s riverside landmarks like the Parliament Building, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge.

  • Relax in comfort as you dine indoors, then head to the open upper deck for panoramic views and fresh air.

  • Choose from variants like brunch-only, brunch with unlimited prosecco, or a light coffee and cake cruise.

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€54
Slide 1 of 11, Couple enjoying wine on a Danube River sightseeing dinner cruise at night.
Couple enjoying wine on a Danube River sightseeing dinner cruise at night.
2 hrs
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  • Experience a 90-minute Danube River cruise with a dinner, live Hungarian music, and dance performances.

  • Admire Budapest’s illuminated landmarks like the Parliament Building and Buda Castle from the comfort of a scenic evening cruise.

  • Enjoy a 4-course dinner of traditional Hungarian cuisine and cultural performances onboard.

  • Choose the wine and dine option to sample wines from five Hungarian regions, served by a professional sommelier.

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  • Experience a 90-minute Danube River cruise with a dinner, live Hungarian music, and dance performances.

  • Admire Budapest’s illuminated landmarks like the Parliament Building and Buda Castle from the comfort of a scenic evening cruise.

  • Enjoy a 4-course dinner of traditional Hungarian cuisine and cultural performances onboard.

  • Choose the wine and dine option to sample wines from five Hungarian regions, served by a professional sommelier.

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€79
Slide 1 of 8, Cruise boat on the Danube River with Budapest architecture in the background.
Cruise boat on the Danube River with Budapest architecture in the background.
1 hr
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  • Enjoy a 60-minute sightseeing cruise along the Danube and take in Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed skyline in a cozy winter atmosphere.

  • Indulge in unlimited mulled wine in five flavors—Classic, White, Rosé with raspberry, Apple-Cinnamon, and Chocolate—or choose from two non-alcoholic options.

  • Enhance your experience with a free audio guide app, learning fascinating facts about Budapest’s iconic landmarks as you glide along the river.

  • Upgrade the fun with the unlimited slushy ticket, sip colorful frozen drinks all night as Budapest sparkles around you!

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  • Enjoy a 60-minute sightseeing cruise along the Danube and take in Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed skyline in a cozy winter atmosphere.

  • Indulge in unlimited mulled wine in five flavors—Classic, White, Rosé with raspberry, Apple-Cinnamon, and Chocolate—or choose from two non-alcoholic options.

  • Enhance your experience with a free audio guide app, learning fascinating facts about Budapest’s iconic landmarks as you glide along the river.

  • Upgrade the fun with the unlimited slushy ticket, sip colorful frozen drinks all night as Budapest sparkles around you!

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€21
Slide 1 of 10, Big Bus Budapest in front of Museum of Fine Arts and Buda Castle across the Danube River.
Big Bus Budapest in front of Museum of Fine Arts and Buda Castle across the Danube River.
Explore at your pace
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  • Discover Budapest with a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus pass and with 20 Red Route stops to jump off at spots like Heroes' Square and Chain Bridge.

  • Onboard perks include free Wi-Fi, jaw-dropping open-deck views, and audio guides in 16 languages to help you soak in Budapest's culture.

  • Get 30% off a Danube River cruise ticket (buy pier-side at Dock 6) for fresh views of the Parliament Building, National Theatre, and Royal Palace.

  • Purchase your discounted cruise ticket at Dock 6 and enjoy Budapest’s riverside landmarks from the water.

  • Did you know? Johann Strauss II wrote his famous waltz "The Blue Danube" after this river, though it's not actually blue.

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  • Discover Budapest with a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus pass and with 20 Red Route stops to jump off at spots like Heroes' Square and Chain Bridge.

  • Onboard perks include free Wi-Fi, jaw-dropping open-deck views, and audio guides in 16 languages to help you soak in Budapest's culture.

  • Get 30% off a Danube River cruise ticket (buy pier-side at Dock 6) for fresh views of the Parliament Building, National Theatre, and Royal Palace.

  • Purchase your discounted cruise ticket at Dock 6 and enjoy Budapest’s riverside landmarks from the water.

  • Did you know? Johann Strauss II wrote his famous waltz "The Blue Danube" after this river, though it's not actually blue.

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€39
Slide 1 of 11, St. Stephen's Basilica in Budapest, part of the 3-hour guided bus tour.
St. Stephen's Basilica in Budapest, part of the 3-hour guided bus tour.
4 hrs
  • Get a close-up look at Budapest, its magnificent sights, and the modern architecture on a bus tour with a live guide and a 55-minute river cruise.

  • Witness the central feature of Heroes' Square and some major landmarks of Budapest, such as the Millennium Memorial.

  • Experience the top sights of Budapest, from Parliament Square to Heroes' Square to St. Stephen's Basilica to Gellért Hill.

  • Take a 55-minute river cruise that you will never forget and explore Budapest from the land and the water.

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  • Get a close-up look at Budapest, its magnificent sights, and the modern architecture on a bus tour with a live guide and a 55-minute river cruise.

  • Witness the central feature of Heroes' Square and some major landmarks of Budapest, such as the Millennium Memorial.

  • Experience the top sights of Budapest, from Parliament Square to Heroes' Square to St. Stephen's Basilica to Gellért Hill.

  • Take a 55-minute river cruise that you will never forget and explore Budapest from the land and the water.

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€54
Slide 1 of 10, Booze cruise boat on the Danube River by the Hungarian Parliament, Budapest.
Booze cruise boat on the Danube River by the Hungarian Parliament, Budapest.
1 hr
  • Enjoy a 1-hour Danube River cruise with guaranteed entry, unlimited prosecco, and scenic views of Budapest’s top riverside landmarks.

  • Glide past the Hungarian Parliament, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge as you soak in the city’s skyline from the comfort of a lively cruise.

  • Relax with a drink in hand as you cruise along the Danube, taking in Budapest’s iconic landmarks from a unique waterfront perspective.

  • Choose from drink-inclusive options like 1 prosecco, 2 cocktails, Hungarian Tokaji, or a glass of special local dessert wine to personalize your cruise.

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  • Enjoy a 1-hour Danube River cruise with guaranteed entry, unlimited prosecco, and scenic views of Budapest’s top riverside landmarks.

  • Glide past the Hungarian Parliament, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge as you soak in the city’s skyline from the comfort of a lively cruise.

  • Relax with a drink in hand as you cruise along the Danube, taking in Budapest’s iconic landmarks from a unique waterfront perspective.

  • Choose from drink-inclusive options like 1 prosecco, 2 cocktails, Hungarian Tokaji, or a glass of special local dessert wine to personalize your cruise.

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€17

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What our guests say

Carmen C

Spain
Couple
6 days ago
I loved the thermal baths, a 10 out of 10. The cruise was also very nice, but the translator was speaking too fast, so I couldn't really follow what was being explained. Thank you

Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Kovalenko I

Ukraine
Couple
2 weeks ago
We had a really great experience! Everything was wonderful, and we really enjoyed our time. The experience was definitely worth it, and we would happily recommend it to other travelers. Everything went smoothly, and we left with lovely memories. Thank you for such a great experience! Only downside is open desk didn't had any overhang, right before our cruise started we got caught in the rain and couldn't enjoy open desk properly, unfortunately. But everything else was perfect, thank you!

Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Gustavo P

Spain
Couple
6 days ago
A great place to relax, you have plenty of time to enjoy yourself, lots of baths of all kinds, and the outdoor pool is spectacular.

Combo: Széchenyi Spa Entry Tickets + Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Núria E

Couple
2 weeks ago
The place is beautiful and the surrounding gardens are wonderful. There are various pools and saunas, the best one being one of the outdoor ones. It's October and we weren't cold at all. Some of the pools didn't have very clean water. We paid for two cabins, but they only gave us one, and they are very small for two people.

Combo: Széchenyi Spa Entry Tickets + Danube River Sightseeing Cruise

Jasmine B

Switzerland
Family
Last week
I loved it. And the orchestra was fantastic. They are extraordinary. You can choose a song and they immediately play it. The violinist starts without even saying which song it is, and the rest of the orchestra joins right in. Very professional. Thank you, my parents were able to dance to The Blue Danube on the Danube for their 55th wedding anniversary, and we did for our 30th wedding anniversary.

Budapest Danube River Evening Cruise with Live Music

Jakub C

Sweden
Couple
Last week
The boat trip was nice and the evening views were wonderful! We sat under cover and it wasn't cold inside the boat. The drink was totally fine, but nothing special. We got to choose between beer, prosecco, white wine, and red wine. The audio file we received was good and very informative.

Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

Roberta M

Italy
Group
Last week

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A wonderful experience! 😍 The Danube cruise was truly enchanting, with spectacular views of Budapest and its illuminated monuments. Admiring Parliament and the bridges from the river is something special, a wonderful way to experience the city from a different perspective. An experience I would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Budapest!

Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

Rebekka H

Couple
Last week
It was really nice and the bartender was very welcoming. Good music, could be better spacing situation for sitting, but all in all great experience

Budapest Danube River Night Lotus Cruise with Unlimited Aperol & Prosecco

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