Budapest by Night Danube Cruise with Audio Guide & Welcome Drink
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Engaging commentary:
We offer a knowledgeable and entertaining English audio guide about the sights and history of Budapest. Thisway we think the sightseeing cruise is much more interesting and informative.
Drinks: There are 20 different kind of refreshments available in our Bar during the cruise. For adults: alcoholic beverage options like: beer, wine or champagne, under 18 we offer: juices, cola, fanta, water.
You can visit our Bar on the bottom level of the ship, give them your FREE drink tokens to order or if you wish to have more drinks you can buy it on your own.
Visit the upper deck's Panorama terrace to take stunning photos of the overlighted city!
You can see 20+ famous sights of the city during this one-hour boat trip!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We need 10 minimum number of travelers for the tour to proceed
What To Expect
Hungarian Parliament Building
The Hungarian Parliament Building is an iconic landmark in Budapest. The building was completed in 1904 and is situated on the banks of the Danube River. Its architectural style is a blend of Gothic Revival and Renaissance Revival styles, and it features a stunning red dome that is 96 meters tall. The building's interior is equally impressive, with grand halls and ornate decorations. It is the largest building in Hungary and one of the largest parliament buildings in the world. Its impressive size and scale reflect the country's historical and political significance. It is a major tourist attraction: The Hungarian Parliament Building is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Budapest, and draws visitors from around the world. Its stunning architecture, rich history, and impressive collections of art and artifacts make it a must-see destination for anyone visiting the city.
Margaret Bridge
The Margaret Bridge is the second oldest public bridge in Budapest, and was completed in 1876. The bridge spans the Danube River and connects the districts of Buda and Pest. The bridge is named after Princess Margaret of Hungary, who was the daughter of King Béla IV and lived on the nearby Margaret Island in the 13th century. During World War II, the Margaret Bridge was heavily damaged by Allied bombing and was subsequently rebuilt in a simplified design. Today, the Margaret Bridge is a popular tourist attraction and offers stunning views of the Danube River and the city of Budapest.
Options
Budapest's TOP Sights Evening
sightseeing cruise With Welcome Drink at the Bar A small map if you ask for it Ship Audio guide
What‘s Included
Soda/Pop
WiFi on board
Alcoholic Beverages
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Music in the background
drinks are not served
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
117 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cruise on the Danube
Sara D,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00I regret giving 3 stars because the cruise itself is beautiful, but I was really disappointed because I booked with an audio guide in Italian and was told once we set off that it was only in English.
We loved the service, the staff was very nice.😊
gretabJ2276QY,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved the service, the staff was very nice.😊
Was a nice boat ride,...
DanielaNikola L,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Was a nice boat ride, great that it had a big seating area under the roof as it was a bit rainy. The downside - not nice that bystanders get first hand rather than the people that booked the ride in advance… we were waiting in a big line and waiting for the time patiently but the “coordinator” cared mostly for the people that were still trying to buy the last second tickets on the spot + squeezed in front of everyone else that had reservations. Would advise to work on that. Otherwise a good time on the boat.
Relaxing cruise
keithkO7043LR,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A relaxing hour on the water. Just about right.
An assistant wearing a captains hat who was either drunk or tired.
brente2017,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00All of our issues were around the assistant who was to be wearing a captains hat. I don’t know if he was drunk or just really tired but he showed up 10 minutes after we were supposed to be checked in, told us the boat at the dock was a private boat and that ours was coming shortly. Gave us our drink tickets, but that was it which created an issue when we boarded the boat as they asked us for our printed tickets and it took forever for the two of them to make a connection. He also told us he packed up the white desk early, which was one of the things in the description that we were told to look for. Thankfully, we were attentive enough to realize there was no second boat and was the last two to get on board. This was clearly the most difficult meeting, location and details, due to the assistant, that we have ever experienced on a tour. The welcome drink was provided by the bar staff and was very nice. The audio should have described the buildings and which side of the boat we were to see the building, however, the track was very clear. It was played across the large speakers throughout the boat. This would’ve been easily a five star rating had the assistant wearing the captains hat done his job.
Night cruise on the Danube, one of the best experiences to get up close and personal with all the emblematic monuments.
Hellen U,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent very friendly staff and the trip was amazing. The complimentary drink was delicious, Super recommended.
Stunning views of Buddha and Pest from 18:00
Ipkw12,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is worth it, beautiful views, although nothing in Spanish. Keep in mind if you don't know English. This is beautiful and a good experience
Couple trip
W2468YVmariak,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The staff was really nice and helpful, we found the tickets on the road from a very kind man, truly recommended for anyone coming in budapest!
Beautiful sightseeing but specific orientation was missing. 😪
Departure03473212481,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The cruise staff was very nice. The boat ride was enjoyable. There was a narrative playing explaining the various sites. However, the narrative was not always in sync with what we were seeing and it didn’t specify on which side of the boat it was. That was annoying and I’m sure we missed information. That’s the only negative that I experienced with this cruise.
Great Danube River Cruise!
William C,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Make sure you are at the meeting point on time so you can walk with the other passengers in the group to the ship’s dock and board on time
Related Experiences
Operated by Explore Budapest by Boat!