Downtown Sightseeing Cruise

Budapest, Hungary

From $10.95

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

1 hour
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Take in views of Budapest from sightseeing cruise on the Danube. Set sail and float past landmarks that include Buda Castle, Margaret Island, the Hungarian Parliament Building, and more, all while avoiding the crowds. Snap pictures from the boat’s open sightseeing terrace for panoramic views.

Admire views of Budapest from the open sightseeing terrace on the boat
Avoid the crowds on land by floating on the Danube
Relax as you float past local landmarks

What's Included

Sightseeing cruise
Audio guide

Food and drinks (option to purchase both during the cruise)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Budapest, Jane Haining rkp. 11, 1052 Hungary
Meet at Dock #11, next to the Elizabeth bridge, on the Pest side. Look for the "Silverline" logo.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Danube River (Pass By)

Buda Castle (Pass By)

Margaret Bridge (Pass By)

Chain Bridge (Pass By)

Hungarian Parliament Building (Pass By)

Margaret Island (Pass By)

Gellert Hill (Pass By)

Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid) (Pass By)

Budapest University of Technology and Economics (Pass By)

Petofi Bridge (Pass By)

National Theatre (Pass By)

Balna (Pass By)

Batthyany Square (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Please note, that passengers may not be allowed to board if they appear intoxicated upon arrival.

We would like to call your attention that the audio guide which we provide is a free downloadable application for your mobile devices. The audio commentary will not be broadcasted through loudspeakers; therefore, we kindly ask you to bring and use your own earphones. We also recommend that you arrive and start your tour with a fully charged device.
Dear Guests! If you are late for your pre-booked program, we can guarantee the rebooking, subject to availability, for an additional surcharge of 50% of the original price, payed on the spot.
We kindly request that you do not bring your own food and drinks aboard the ship. Rest assured, we offer catering services onboard to ensure your comfort and satisfaction throughout the journey.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

3.5

174 reviews

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Pretty much a money grab

Aaron_I, May 2024

Fairly average experience to be honest. Felt like too many people on the boat with most seats not being able to see much at all, some even looking directly at a wall. I advise lining up at least 1 hour early to get a semi decent seat.

Night time cruise on Danube

Gabrielle_C, Apr 2024

Plenty of room on board, table service was quick and staff were friendly and polite. Great way to see the sites of Budapest along the river.

Lovely view

MOHAMADHAKIMI_M, Feb 2024

recommended,but i prefer take the seat in upstairs,it is little bit stuffy in downstairs but it is okay

Very satisfied

Adam_G, Oct 2023

Fantastic cruise staff were all good, boat left on time free welcome drink was well appreciated, all the sights lit up at night were fantastic. Only gripe was lining up to wait for the cruise was a little chaotic with people not lining up and waiting there turn to board that was frustrating and with the welcome drink wait until a little while into the cruise as the 1 poor girl behind the bar was getting overwhelmed but all on all highly recommend for what you pay, the sights are fantastic.

Maybe look for a better ship

MariaNieves_V, Sep 2023

The ride is ok and cheap, but they allow smoking (even the crew was doing it) in the top area, which is not completely open (take that into account if all you want is to tale pictures). It ruined part of the experience for me.

Please do this, wonderful sights

Roger_C, Sep 2023

Fantastic sights re Night time cruise, wonderful lights on so many buildings, boats.. Very friendly staff...Recommend it

Cruise down the Danube in Budapest!

Jaye_Z, Aug 2023

Wonderful staff, even helped me get a Bolt cab back to my hotel Very beautiful scenery and I would do it again next visit to Budapest.

Completed the cruise at...

Lisa_D, Aug 2023

Completed the cruise at sunset - was beautiful to see the city transform as the buildings/bridges lit up. Wish the boat had removed the tarp roof for a better view - looking out/taking pictures through the window was not as good.

Nice

Kateina_Z, Jul 2023

It was better than we expected. The price was good and we got free drink 🍹. The boat could be in a better state but it was acceptable. The view was pictures and overall the ride was really great.

A Wonderful Cruise

Rochelle_G, Jul 2023

I had originally booked the cruise in the morning hours, but Viatours contacted me that the tour at that hour was cancelled and gave me other options. We chose the early evening tour. It was organized, left on time and was very scenic. The only problem was that they gave us a bonus--every passenger recived a chip for a free drink. But only two girls worked the bar counter and people waited a very long time to get their drinks. If this is going to be offered again, i suggest manning the bar with more personnel. Otherwise, the cruise was very good.

Cruising in Budapest

AbdulAsef_K, Jun 2023

Worth every penny, we went through almost a whole river and viewing all the buildings, landmarks and bridges at night where everything is bright

Could have been better

Catherine_J, Apr 2023

The cruise would have been enhanced if the TV showed the interesting points on screen. No commentary and headsets not offered.

Average tour

Rajeshkumar_S, Apr 2023

It was not very great experience. I would not recommend. Kids needs more interactive tour. For couples may be ok. Boat was clean and good. Staff was friendly.

Terrible experience

Cecilia_C, Mar 2023

The service was really poor, I would like some money back. There was no audio to tell us about the sights, staff were not at all friendly. If I could give no stars I would.

Overall good experience

Biswajit_D, Feb 2023

A memorable experience and a must-do in while you are in Budapest. Could have been more engaging with a guide or someone speaking about the stories of the monuments.

Interesting experience not night-time sightseeing

Fernando_A, Feb 2023

The cruise is 70 minutes long, a good way to see the city at night. It is a bit of a pity that you have to see everything through the windows, no outer decks. Almost fully booked and it got really noisy at times. I recommend to get there early to board the ship as soon as possible to get the best seats for good views.

Great way to see parts of Budapest

Alisha_B, Feb 2023

It was a nice ride until I was harassed by an older guy. The older guy kept on touching my back/shoulder and taking pictures of me so I wasn’t able to fully enjoy the tour because I was uncomfortable and on edge. I’d like to thank the male staff member and guests who helped me and told the man to stop (the person still harassed me after). There wasn’t much they could do since were enclosed on a boat in the middle of the river 😅 They have a bar at the back of the boat with some snacks. Also be warned that there is no audio guide. For the part of the tour I could enjoy, I used google maps to figure out what I was looking at.

we had amazing time!...

Michal_B, Feb 2023

we had amazing time! and it was cheaper then every one. high reccomand!!! just come and enjoy with them

Got some great photos!

Clare_H, Jan 2023

I misunderstood though - I thought there’d be someone talking about the buildings & history of Buda & Pest. (Although to be fair to the company - it doesn’t advertise this) So we got some lovely photos - but no “tourist info”

Brill boat trip

Jose_V, Jan 2023

Seeing Parliament building at dusk was an awesome sight. You can also just about see the shoes on the river Danube from the boat too. Toilet doors swing outwards and I did unfortunately knock the door into a woman who almost went flying!! Soooooo sorrrry

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