Budapest Danube River Tours and Activities

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.

Experience the beautiful sights of Budapest on a cruise along the Danube River. See famous landmarks such as the Chain Bridge, which connects the eastern and western sides of the city, as well as Buda Castle. On board you can enjoy wine and Hungarian sparkling wine and a buffet-style dinner included on the cruise, based on the tour option selected. Live music sets the mood as you glide past the capital city’s stunning backdrop.

Budapest dazzles at night, so get a romantic new perspective on the Hungarian capital with this popular evening cruise. Glide down the Danube River past illuminated landmarks like the impressive Parliament Building, sparkling bridges, lively Pest promenade, and Buda Castle. Kick off the festive, hour-long voyage with a welcome drink of sparkling wine, and learn about passing sights through recorded English commentary.

Sip and sightsee along the Danube on this evening cruise in Budapest. Choose from multiple cruise options to suit your preferences and admire the stunning views of Buda Castle, the Parliament House, and the Citadel. Additional drinks are available for purchase on board as the evening continues along Budapest’s sparkling panorama.

Take in the beautiful Budapest panorama on a sightseeing cruise along the Danube River. Snap photos of the Chain Bridge, Gellért Hill and more as you experience why this city’s landscape was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Multiple upgrade choices include options for a buffet lunch with traditional Hungarian dishes, an onboard winetasting session, and onboard winetasting session with round-trip transfers.

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.

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.

Saddle up for a comprehensive 3-hour tour of Budapest by bike. You’ll hit the streets with a private guide, wheeling past top attractions like Heroes’ Square, City Park, the Parliament Building and the Great Market Hall, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Learn about the rich history of this vibrant capital city while cruising along the charming streets and bike paths. This tour is limited to 15 people in order to keep the experience as intimate as possible.

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.

Round up Budapest’s sights with ease and learn to ride a Segway personal transporter on a private city Segway tour. Choose a departure time to fit your schedule and cruise around Buda and Pest’s landmarks without the inconvenience of walking, catching buses, or jostling with others in a large tour group. Ideal for travelers seeking a quick and fun overview of the city, the tour includes training, equipment, and photos.

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 comprehensive tour. You can also choose from two convenient tour times.

Explore the beautiful city of Budapest on a private Segway tour. Discover the city’s main highlights such as Fisherman’s Bastion, the Parliament, the Opera House, St. Stephen’s Basilica and more as you cruise through the streets with ease. Stop along the way for photo opportunities and learn about each location from your informative guide during this 3-hour tour.

Visiting the Danube cities of Esztergom, Visegrad, and Szentendre from Budapest in one day is tricky without a car. On this private full-day tour, travel to all three in an air-conditioned vehicle. Accompanied by a guide, explore the cathedral in Esztergom. Take in the views in Visegrad and enjoy a local lunch. Stroll through the scenic streets of Szentendre. During the warmer months, take a river cruise back to Budapest.

See the best of Budapest by foot and by boat on this comprehensive evening tour. Stroll through the city streets on a walking tour with your guide before boarding an optional sightseeing cruise along the Danube River. Pass landmarks like the Chain Bridge and Gellért Spa, and see the Buda Castle aglow at night. This tour is limited to 15 people to keep the experience as intimate as it is unique.

Explore local flavors and Hungarian cuisine on a 2-hour, private food tour of Budapest that can be tailored to your schedule and preferences. Sample classic treats including lángos, crisp fried dough, and pálinka, a traditional fruit brandy, while learning about Budapest history and culture through its distinctive foods. This Budapest food tour can customized for vegetarian and vegan guests, and it includes all tastings.

Discover Budapest’s best-known attractions all in one tour, and speed around the city with ease, when you explore via Segway. Meet your guide at a time that works best for you—this private tour can be tailored to fit your schedule—and get acquainted with your Segway. Once you feel comfortable, set off and explore. You’ll discover the UNESCO-listed Banks of the Danube, will admire highlights of the Budapest Castle District, will see the Hungarian Parliament Building, will glide past St. Stephen’s Basilica, and much more.

Familiarize yourself with the sights and layout of Budapest on a Segway tour of the city center. All ages and experience levels are welcome on the tour, with the option to attach a cart to the Segway for small children. After a short training session, you’re ready to hit the road. Enjoy live commentary as you glide to the Chain Bridge, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and beyond.

Visit the Danube Bend towns of Esztergom, Visegrád, and Szentendre on a day trip from Budapest. Trace the ‘Blue Danube’ northward and dip into these three historical towns in turn. Tour Esztergom Basilica, experience bird’s-eye Danube Valley views from the hill of Visegrád citadel, and discover the cobbled lanes, baroque houses, and museums of Szentendre. Includes air-conditioned transport, and between May and September, a boat ride from Szentendre to Budapest.

Cast your sightseeing net wider while in Budapest to enjoy the artists’ town of Szentendre and Danube Bend views from Visegrad in one convenient half-day trip. After a photo stop at hilltop Visegrad to capture the river's famous loop on camera, call at the baroque town of Szentendre to explore its cobbled lanes and arty shops. Includes hotel pickup and round-trip transport, the latter including a Danube cruise back to Budapest between May and September.

Experience a birds-eye view of Budapest on a thrilling sightseeing flight. You are served a glass of Hungarian sparkling wine before hopping aboard a private, 4-passenger plane to witness spectacular views of the city. Fly over the Parliament Building, Buda Castle, and the famous Chain Bridge, and enjoy aerial views of Fisherman’s Bastion and the statues at Memento Park.

Budapest’s UNESCO-listed landmarks and Renaissance monuments should be top of the itinerary for first-time visitors, but a private guide means you can tailor your tour to suit your interests. On this 4-hour tour, visit Heroes Square, the Great Synagogue, and the Jewish Quarter; walk over the famous Chain Bridge; sample traditional Jewish pastries; and explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods.

Explore the baroque Artists’ Village of Szentendre on this half-day excursion from Budapest. Travel to this cobbled town near the Danube Bend, and enjoy a guided stroll to admire its historical lanes and architecture. On route, sample fried Hungarian ‘langos’ flat bread and learn about the town’s history. Plus, enjoy free time to shop and stroll around Szentendre’s museums. Includes air-conditioned bus transport and in summer (May to September), a return boat ride to Budapest.

Find and capture the real character of Budapest in ways difficult to achieve by yourself on this private photography tour. With your camera and a professional photographer, seek out the places and scenes that encapsulate the city, including many that travelers overlook. Learn how to best capture your discoveries and get tips on honing your skills that you’d miss by yourself. Plus, choose a start time to suit your schedule.

Swap the crowded streets of Budapest for sightseeing from a more relaxed setting—aboard a Danube DunaTaxi cruise. The tour will help you cover more ground than a walking tour and help you see the city’s landmarks from a new vantage point. Sail past Parliament, the Royal Castle, Gellert Hill, and Margaret Island. Boats are limited to 12 passengers so the trip won’t be overcrowded.