Budapest Sightseeing Cruise on the Danube River
About this activity
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Experience Highlights
Embark on a sightseeing cruise on the Danube River in Budapest and see the city's most emblematic monuments from a unique perspective. This approximately 60-minute tour will allow you to admire places such as the Budapest Parliament, the Buda Castle, the Chain Bridge and Margaret Island.
The meeting point is at Pier 11, located at Jane Haining Rakpart, near the Elisabeth Bridge. The cruise is suitable for all ages and offers an audio guide available in several languages to enrich your experience.
- Discover Budapest from the Danube.
- Enjoy unparalleled panoramic views of the city.
- Take advantage of this unique opportunity to see the main attractions of Budapest.
What’s included
- Ticket for the Danube cruise.
- Downloadable audio guide in multiple languages.
- Headphones for the audio guide (it is recommended to bring your own).
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Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your start time to ensure everything runs smoothly
Step by Step
Cruising the Danube is one of the most enchanting ways to explore Budapest, a city divided in two by this majestic river. During the cruise, you will have the opportunity to see a number of monuments and historical sites that line the banks of Buda and Pest. Highlights include:
- Budapest Parliament: An architectural gem and one of the largest legislative buildings in the world.
- Buda Castle: Historic residence of the Hungarian kings, located on Buda Hill.
- Chain Bridge: Budapest's oldest bridge, connecting Buda and Pest.
- Margaret Island: A green oasis in the middle of the Danube, ideal for leisure and recreation.
The cruise offers daily departures at multiple times, with both daytime and evening options so you can choose the one that best suits your itinerary. Daytime departures allow you to appreciate the architectural details and daily life of the city, while nighttime departures give you the opportunity to see Budapest illuminated, offering a romantic and magical atmosphere.
On board, you can enjoy amenities such as an open-air deck and air-conditioned indoor areas, ensuring a comfortable experience regardless of the weather conditions. In addition, a downloadable audio guide is available in several languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Hungarian, providing you with detailed information about the sights along the way.