Top Budapest Car Tours

Discover the best of Budapest with this full-day private tour. Spend the first part of the day exploring the city by private transport and visiting sites such as City Park, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Parliament, and the Castle area. After hours of exploring, enjoy a 2-course meal at a local restaurant before hopping aboard a 70-minute cruise along the Danube with a welcome drink.

Get more out of your time in Budapest by traveling further afield to an area north of the city that's known for its beautiful river towns and stunning landscapes—the Danube Bend. Save time researching things to see and do, and benefit from the luxury of having a private driver to take you around. Highlights include Szentendre—known for its beautiful old town, and Visegrad Citadel.

Spend a day away from the crowds of the capital without having to join a massive tour group. This private tour takes you a short distance southwest of Budapest to Lake Balaton, a sprawling lake surrounded by charming towns and rolling countryside. Cruise through your day at a leisurely pace with only your private guide by your side. Take a ferry cruise across the lake, walk around the historic village of Tihany (home to the 11th-century Benedictine Tihany Abbey) and enjoy the picturesque views from the Balatonfüred promenade.

Visit Slovakia’s capital of Bratislava on a private 10-hour tour from Budapest. Journey through northern Hungary by private air-conditioned vehicle and explore the cobbled streets of Bratislava Old Town on a walking tour. See landmarks including Michael’s Gate and Bratislava Castle, and visit the Grassalkovich Palace and Primate’s Palace as you uncover their history. Plus, enjoy a restaurant lunch and free time to shop and sightsee independently. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

This Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour of Budapest is one of the easiest ways to get around the city while you’re traveling. Book your 1-, 2-, or 3-day ticket and explore at your own pace. The route stops at many key areas of Budapest, including Heroes’ Square, the Hungarian Parliament Building, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and the Hungarian State Opera House. The bus offers recorded commentary about Budapest's sights in several languages.

View Budapest’s floodlit landmarks by boat on a Danube River evening cruise. Settle on the glass-enclosed vessel, and admire the cityscapes as you cruise by the UNESCO-listed riverbanks, glass in hand. Admire the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle district twinkling with lights, and sail under the illuminated Chain Bridge and other bridges. Your choice of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water, Wi-Fi, and onboard film and commentary included.

Stretch your legs and see the sights on this Budapest walking tour. Your local guide leads you to the jewels of the city, including UNESCO World Heritage sites like Heroes’ Square, where iconic statues of the Seven Chieftains of the Magyars sit, as well as the beautiful Buda Castle. Take a break with a delicious Hungarian dessert and a hot drink. This walking tour is limited to 10 people, keeping the experience intimate as you discover all that this incredible city has to offer.

Admire Budapest from the water on a 70-minute Duna Bella River Danube cruise. Board the panoramic Duna Bella boat, and sail by landmarks including the Hungarian Parliament and Chain Bridge as you sip a glass of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or water — your choice. Finish by cruising around leafy Margaret Island, with the option to go ashore and explore the island's parks as you wish before catching the next Duna Bella boat back.

Travel through Budapest’s historic Jewish Quarter on a walking tour and learn about the community that remains active there today. See the Kazinczy Street Synagogue, Raul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park, the Jewish Museum and more, as your guide discusses in-depth the Jewish heritage behind the streets that you pass. With two routes to choose from, you’ll hear about the community’s past and the important role that the Jewish culture plays in contemporary Hungarian society.

Explore Hungary’s renowned wine region on a half-day Etyek wine country tour from Budapest, featuring lunch or dinner. Depart in the morning or afternoon to uncover the tranquil beauty of Etyek, famed for its white and sparkling wines. Visit two or three family-owned cellars to taste their wines and learn about their craft. This intimate tour culminates in a traditional 2-course Hungarian meal, providing an immersion into local flavors.

Go sightseeing along the River Danube on this scenic evening cruise with onboard live music. Choose from multiple packages to suit your preferences—including the option to include cocktails, wine, bottomless prosecco, or even an open bar with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Along the way, take in views of top sights, including Buda Castle, the Parliament House, and the Citadel.

See the landmarks of Budapest and inside the Hungarian Parliament building on this 4-hour grand city tour. Enjoy a 3-hour panoramic drive to view highlights such as the Chain Bridge, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and Heroes' Square, enjoy a short walk around the Buda Castle District and finish with a 45-minute guided interior tour of the neo-Gothic Parliament, with an entrance fee included.

Hop into a soft-top tuk-tuk with a driver-guide and explore Budapest by three wheels on this private tour. Most commonly found in Asia, tuk-tuks are perfect for navigating Budapest’s streets and discovering hidden places inaccessible to bigger vehicles. Breeze by the landmarks, stop for photos, and absorb the atmosphere on a flexible itinerary. Downtown pickup and drop-off included, with a choice of multiple departure times.

Cruise the Danube River in the evening on a sightseeing cruise through Budapest. With a beverage in hand, take in the famous sights of Budapest along the banks of the river, deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Experience the romance of the Danube River by night on this candlelight dinner cruise. Cruise past the city's many beautiful illuminated sites as you dine on a 4-course dinner, passing by the Chain Bridge, the Elisabeth Bridge, and the Hungarian Parliament along the way. Local musicians are also on board to add zest to the experience by performing live Hungarian music.

Skip the tourist traps and discover Budapest’s culinary highlights on a private walking tour. Discover hidden gems as you explore with your local guide, and get a taste of authentic Hungarian cuisine with samples included in the price. Visit locations including the Central Market Hall, Jewish Quarter, and a ruin pub, and benefit from the customizable itinerary of a private tour, allowing your personal guide to cater to your preferences.

Delve into the culinary culture of Budapest during a walking tour of the Hungarian capital. In a small group limited to eight food lovers, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Central Market Hall – Budapest’s largest food market – and sample traditional products in a patisserie and artisan chocolate shop. Pleasure your palate with three Hungarian wines and listen to informative commentary from your gourmand guide on this enriching tour.

See the sights of Budapest as you cruise the city on a Segway. This tour offers a choice of durations for your guided trip around central Pest. An orientation is provided before the tour begins so that you feel comfortable when it comes time to navigate the streets. Ride past top attractions like St. Stephen’s Basilica, the Hungarian State Opera House and Andrassy Avenue along the way.

If you’re short on time in Budapest or want an overview of the city to help plan your sightseeing, this half-day tour is ideal. Settle into an air-conditioned coach and view the must-sees of Hungary’s capital as your guide shares their history. See the Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and Heroes Square; stroll around the Buda Castle district; and admire city views from hilltop Gellert Citadel. 

Budapest is full of UNESCO-listed monuments, architectural wonders, and lively markets, but visiting on a group tour means a fixed itinerary and less time to explore. Instead, maximize your time with a private tour by luxury vehicle and tick off attractions such as Buda Castle, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, St Stephen’s Basilica, and the Central Market. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

See the sights of Budapest from a unique vantage point on a small-group electric scooter tour. After a pre-tour test ride, feel confident as you follow your guide through Budapest’s parks and bike paths. Customize your tour by choosing from different routes, including a riverside ride and a comprehensive tour. You can also choose from different tour times.

Széchenyi Bath, the largest thermal spring bath complex in Budapest and throughout Europe, is the height of European elegance. Built in 1913 in a captivating Neo-baroque style, the spa has a rich history, evolving from private steam baths to a vast complex featuring 3 outdoor and 15 indoor pools. But the experience doesn't end at the spa; it extends into the heart of Hungarian culture with an optional guided tour inside the Pálinka Museum. After the spa, venture into the city center to savor the flavors of the “Hungarian spirit”. Hungary's well-known fruit-based liquor is deeply ingrained in the culture of the country. Unlike whiskey or vodka, it is exclusively crafted from fruits, resulting in a special aromatic profile. Gain insights into Hungary's Pálinka Act of Parliament, a testament to the country's commitment to regulating and preserving the production & quality of the spirit. The museum provides deeper understanding of the craftsmanship and heritage behind this iconic drink.

Discover the sights of the Danube Bend in one trip on this full-day tour from Budapest. Drive across the border into Slovakia, and visit Esztergom’s green-domed Basilica, the seat of Hungary’s Catholic church. Then, admire the Danube views from hilltop Visegrad Castle and enjoy a guided stroll around cobbled Szentendre, famous for its art shops. Hotel pickup, lunch, and return transport, with a Danube boat ride back to Budapest (May-September), are included.