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Budapest: City Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink

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36295 reviews
Activity provider:Portum Lines Cruising
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Budapest: City Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink
4.582752 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.582752 out of 5 stars
36295 reviews
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See another side of Budapest from the River Danube on a sightseeing cruise and enjoy a welcome drink. Admire the famous bridges, Buda Castle, Várkert Bazár, and panoramic city views.

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Giada – Italy

Absolutely nice and interesting. I went with the cruise around the time of the sunset. Staff kind.

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Paul – United Kingdom

Had a great experience on the city highlight cruise the city by night is something else. Only negative is I would definitely arrive 45 minutes before departure

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    Starting location:

    Dock 42

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    Margaret Bridge

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    Buda Castle

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    Castle-bazaar

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    Gellert Hill

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    Gellért Baths

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    Budapest University of Technology and Economics

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    Corvinus University of Budapest

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    Vigadó Concert Hall

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    Hungarian Academy of Sciences

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    Hungarian Parliament Building

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    Margaret Bridge

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Highlights

  • Marvel as you see Budapest's skyline lit up (night option) on a boat tour
  • Sip on a complimentary glass of welcome drink on arrival on the cruise
  • Enjoy panoramic views from the open or closed deck, and take lots of photos
  • Marvel at the illuminated Vigadó Concert Hall and Várkert Bazár (night option)
  • Purchase as many drinks as you desire from the bar onboard

Full description

Discover Budapest on a romantic sightseeing cruise along the River Danube. See the old buildings - depending on the time day - lit up and get the best views while sipping a complimentary glass of welcome drink (alcoholic/non-alcoholic).
Climb aboard the boat at the pier at Dock 42 port next to Budapest's Szent István Park and receive your welcome drink upon arrival.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as you cruise along the calm Danube River.
See the stunning city of Budapest from a whole new perspective and admire the skyline. Sail down the river and marvel at passing monuments such as the National Parliament, Buda Castle, and the recently restored Várkert Bazár.
Head to the open deck for perfect views of the illuminated Vigadó Concert Hall, or look at the floodlit monuments - depending on the time day - between the Margaret Bridge and Rákóczi Bridge from the comfort of the deck either with panoramic windows or open air.
Seats are taken in the order of arrival, you are free to change places at any time. Lights come on after getting dark. (Since Budapest uses the illumination to commemorate certain events like Earth Hour, Fight Against Breast Cancer, and national events, the light may vary in color and intensity.)
The tour is not guided, experience the city more like a local - the boat functions as a floating coffee house or pub experience with its own bar available during the cruise.
Feeling thirsty? No worries, treat yourself to another drink from the pub onboard or have a hot cup of coffee from the coffee house if you like.
Finally, end your cruise sailing back to the pier with long-lasting memories and great pictures.

Includes

  • Boat cruise
  • 1 glass of alcoholic or non-alcoholic welcome drink (provided upon entry only)
  • Additional food and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • Live guide or audio guide or commentaries or voice over

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet at Dock 42 on the north side, which is located about 800 meters north of Margaret Bridge. Look for the illuminated Dock 42 sign and the LED panel. The vessel's name will be M/S Neptun, M/S Merian, or M/S de Sluizer, but occasionally other boats may do the service, as well. Dock 42 is easily located with online/offline maps, like Google maps https://surl.li/bsqtpz Please use your phone's navigation software or Maps. Search for "DOCK 42" or "Portum Lines." Do not only rely on the zip code or address!

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
  • Food and drinks
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Seats are taken in the order of arrival. There are no assigned (good/better) seats, though seating options are available. The whole boat goes the same direction
  • Food and drinks may be purchased only on the boat (you can not bring/consume on board)
  • The boat will start at the exact time indicated on the voucher. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before that; avoid arriving 5 minutes before departure. Prior passengers need to exit, do not block the entrance!
  • Toilets are not usable 5 minutes before returning to the dock.
  • Boats travel faster downstream than upstream, therefore the time spent one way differs
  • High water levels affects the speed of the boat negatively
  • Each customer above the age of 3 needs the same ticket. Free for ages 0-2 with one adult ticket purchased
  • Weather affects condensation; outside always has an undisturbed view
  • Smoking is only permitted in the designated places only; a violation will result in a fine
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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 36295 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.3/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Giada – ItalyJune 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Absolutely nice and interesting. I went with the cruise around the time of the sunset. Staff kind.
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Paul – United KingdomJune 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Had a great experience on the city highlight cruise the city by night is something else. Only negative is I would definitely arrive 45 minutes before departure
A
Alina – UkraineJune 17, 2025 – Verified booking
We liked the views of Budapest in the evening. Parlament and Buda Castle are incredible at night. It was cold that evening so we were on outside deck half of the time, and inside closer to the end of the cruise. Both were nice.

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Activity provider:Portum Lines Cruising
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