Budapest Evening Cruise: Explore Top Sights with Informative Audio Guide and Refreshments

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Embark on a Budapest Evening Cruise and explore the top sights of the city while enjoying an informative audio guide and refreshing beverages. Don’t miss the interactive experiences and stunning views from the upper deck!

Duration: 1 hour

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Hungarian Parliament Building - The Hungarian Parliament Building is a renowned landmark in Budapest. Completed in 1904, it sits along the Danube River. The building showcases a mix of Gothic Revival and Renaissance Revival architectural styles, highlighted by a striking red dome that stands 96 meters tall. Inside, the building is equally magnificent, featuring grand halls and elaborate decorations. It is the largest building in Hungary and ranks among the largest parliament buildings globally, symbolizing the nation’s historical and political importance. As a major tourist attraction, the Hungarian Parliament Building draws visitors from around the world with its breathtaking architecture, rich history, and impressive art and artifact collections, making it a must-visit destination in Budapest.
Margaret Bridge - The Margaret Bridge, completed in 1876, is Budapest’s second oldest public bridge. It spans the Danube River, linking the Buda and Pest districts. Named after Princess Margaret of Hungary, daughter of King Béla IV, who lived on nearby Margaret Island in the 13th century, the bridge was heavily damaged during World War II by Allied bombing and was later rebuilt in a simplified design. Today, the Margaret Bridge is a popular tourist spot, offering stunning views of the Danube River and Budapest.
Matthias Church - The Matthias Church, also known as the Church of Our Lady, boasts a rich history dating back to the 13th century. Originally built in Romanesque style in the early 1200s, it was later reconstructed in Gothic style in the 14th century. The church is renowned for its stunning architecture, which blends Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque elements, featuring colorful stained glass windows and a distinctive patterned tile roof that is frequently photographed by visitors. The Matthias Church has played a significant role in Hungarian culture and history, hosting several royal weddings and coronations. A major restoration by Frigyes Schulek helped restore the church to its former glory, solidifying its status as one of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks. Today, the Matthias Church attracts thousands of visitors each year.
Buda Castle - The Buda Castle, also known as the Royal Palace, is a historic castle complex in Budapest, Hungary. Originally built in the 14th century, it has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times over the centuries. The Buda Castle served as the residence of Hungarian kings for several centuries and was the seat of power for the Kingdom of Hungary. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Buda Castle houses several museums, including the Hungarian National Gallery and the Budapest History Museum. Visitors can enjoy stunning city views from the castle’s terrace and explore its many historic buildings and courtyards.
Gellert Hill - Gellért Hill, standing 235 meters high, is located in Budapest, Hungary, on the western bank of the Danube River. Named after Saint Gellért, a bishop martyred in Hungary in the 11th century, the hill offers panoramic views of Budapest and is home to several notable landmarks, including the Citadella fortress and the Liberty Statue. The Citadella fortress, built by the Habsburgs in the mid-19th century, was used as a military barracks and prison before becoming a tourist attraction. The Liberty Statue, a 14-meter-tall statue of a woman holding a palm frond, was erected on Gellért Hill in 1947 to commemorate the Soviet liberation of Hungary from Nazi occupation during World War II.
St. Gellert Thermal Bath and Swimming Pool - The Gellért Spa, a historic thermal bath located on the Buda side of the Danube River in Budapest, Hungary, was built in Art Nouveau style in 1918. It has since become one of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks, known for its beautiful mosaics, stained glass windows, and thermal pools, which are believed to have healing properties. The spa features both indoor and outdoor pools, as well as saunas, steam rooms, and massage services. Open to visitors every day, the Gellért Spa is a popular destination for tourists and locals seeking relaxation and therapeutic waters.
Budapest University of Technology and Economics - The Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) is Hungary’s oldest and largest technical university. Founded in 1782 as the Institutum Geometrico-Hydrotechnicum, it has grown to become one of Hungary’s most prestigious universities. BME is renowned for its high-quality education in engineering, computer science, natural sciences, economics, and management. The university comprises several faculties, including the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, the Faculty of Architecture, the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, and the Faculty of Transportation Engineering and Vehicle Engineering. BME has a long history of academic excellence and has produced many notable alumni, including Nobel Prize-winning physicist Albert Szent-Györgyi and Hungarian politician Viktor Orbán.
Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid) - The Liberty Bridge, or Szabadság híd in Hungarian, is a historic bridge spanning the Danube River in Budapest, Hungary. Constructed between 1894 and 1896, it was originally named after Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary. The Liberty Bridge is a suspension bridge known for its distinctive green color, added during a renovation in the 1980s. Damaged by retreating German forces during World War II, the bridge was later rebuilt and renamed the Liberty Bridge to honor Hungary’s liberation from Nazi occupation in 1945. Today, the Liberty Bridge is a popular tourist attraction, offering stunning views of the Danube River and Budapest. It serves both pedestrians and vehicles, providing an important transportation link between the Buda and Pest sides of the city.
Mupa Budapest - This is the Museum of Contemporary Arts
National Theatre - This is the National Theater of Hungary

What's Included

On-board WiFi
In-vehicle air conditioning
On-board restrooms
Tea and coffee
Carbonated beverages
Alcoholic Beverages
Music in the background

What's Not Included

drinks are not served

Additional Information

Engaging commentary: We offer a knowledgeable and entertaining English audio guide about the sights and history of Budapest. Thisway we think the sightseeing cruise is much more interesting and informative.

Interactive experiences: Before or after the tour you can visit the Kossuth Museum ship for free where you can take turns on a steering wheel and where you can read other interesting facts about the hungarian steam ships form the early 20th century.

Drinks: There are 20 different kind of refreshments available in our Bar during the cruise. For adults: alcoholic beverage options like: beer, wine or champagne, under 18 we offer: juices, cola, fanta, water.

You can visit our Bar on the bottom level of the ship, give them your FREE drink tokens to order or if you wish to have more drinks you can buy it on your own.

Visit the upper deck’s Panorama terrace to take stunning photos of the overlighted city!

You can see 20+ famous sights of the city during this one-hour boat trip!

Location

Attila József Statue

Idősebb Antall József rakpart

Please arrive 15 minutes before the cruise! You can find the MEETING POINT at the riverside, in front of József Attila statue between the Parliament and the Shoes memorial. Please come & check in at our desk, look for the host/hostess in Captain Hat! The tourleader will assist you to the ship!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Christinevaleriel

Aug 30, 2024

Very nice walk on the Danube, another vision of Budapest architecture. - A little waiting at Check-out, but the cruise is superb, the beautiful buildings of superb architecture offer us a different way by the river, very nice ride, a beautiful evening for us.