Budapest Audio Guide Cruise with Day, Sunset and Night Options

3.6 (322 reviews) Budapest, Hungary
Duration1h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Hungarian, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 500 travelers

Overview

Cruising is the most comfortable and advantageous way of sightseeing in Budapest. The panorama of the city is truly breathtaking and it is even more enchanting if you happen to see it from a cruise ship on the River Danube.

Onboard, you can marvel at the capital’s beauty, its most spectacular buildings as well as taking a look at the bridges of the Danube from a unique perspective, all while avoiding the crowds of tourists.

• Perfect opportunity to take spectacular photos
• Closed main deck in case of bad weather
• 60 minutes sightseeing cruise on the River Danube

Options

Danube Sightseeing Cruise Tour in Budapest
Daytime Cruise

Duration: 1 hour
Boat

What's included

  • Panoramic view of Budapest's most famous highlights
  • Sightseeing Cruise
  • Restroom on board
  • Downloadable audio guide app in 15 languages

What to expect

  1. Danube River
    Pass by
    Cruising along the River Danube
  2. Buda Castle
    Pass by
    The Castle District:
    Along with the Bazaar Gardens the castle is located at top of the hills of Buda and it takes a truly breath-taking landmark by night
  3. Margit hid
    Pass by
    Margaret Bridge – Right after the Chain Bridge the second place belongs to Margaret Bridge, which is the second permanent stone bridge of Budapest and only 20 years younger than its ancestor
  4. Szechenyi Lanchid
    Pass by
    Chain Bridge – This unique looking construction was the first, permanent stone bridge that connected the two towns Buda and Pest
  5. Pass by
    The House of Parliament: Easily one of the most beautiful and iconic government buildings in the world
  6. Gellert Hill
    Pass by
    Emerging at the foot of Elizabeth Bridge, Gellért Hill is amongst the most visited spots of the capital, due to the amazing view
  7. Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid)
    Pass by
    Liberty Bridge – Originally called Fővám Square Bridge after the place where the bridge is ending.
    At the Buda side, you can reach the Gellért Hill and Hotel Gellért which has one of the famous thermal baths of Budapest
  8. Budapest University of Technology and Economics
    Pass by
    The Budapest University of Technology and Economics is the most significant University of Technology in Hungary and is considered the world's oldest Institute of Technology which has university rank and structure.
    It was the first institute in Europe to train engineers at university level.
  9. Pass by
    Petőfi Bridge – Originally built in 1933 but in WWII it was blown up by German soldiers and had to be rebuilt after the war, in 1952
  10. Pass by
    The new National Theatre is the most distinguished venue for theatrical plays in Hungary.
    Although there has been a Hungarian theatre in Budapest for the last 150 years, it only has a permanent and suitable home for theatregoers since 15th March 2002.
  11. Pass by
    Balna (a.k.a. the Whale, due to its shape) is a modern shopping, cultural, and entertainment center on the east bank of the River Danube.
  12. Batthyany Square
    Pass by
    Batthyány Square is noted for the Szent Anna-templom (Church of Saint Anne), a Roman Catholic church built by the Jesuits between 1740 and 1761, and one of Budapest's most beautiful baroque buildings. The square is also known for its market hall.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at Dock #11, next to the Elizabeth bridge, on the Pest side. Look for the "Silverline" logo.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the departure time.

End point

Meet at Dock #11, next to the Elizabeth bridge, on the Pest side. Look for the "Silverline" logo.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the departure time.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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