Experience Budapest from the water on a relaxing Danube River cruise aboard the historic Gróf Széchenyi ship. Glide beneath the city’s iconic bridges while taking in landmarks such as Buda Castle and the Parliament building. Enjoy live music and a comfortable onboard setting as you explore the city from a unique perspective.
Discover the city and six bridges of Budapest
Listen to live music on board the cruise ship
Purchase drinks at the boat's on-board bar
Head up to the open balconies of the boat
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Take in Budapest’s most well-known landmarks from the comfort of the Gróf Széchenyi ship on a scenic Danube River cruise. This experience combines sightseeing with relaxed onboard amenities, including live music and access to the ship’s bar.
Often referred to as the Pearl of the Danube, Budapest reveals its charm as you sail beneath six of its bridges. Along the route, you’ll pass notable sights such as the House of Parliament, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, and Fisherman’s Bastion, as well as Gellért Hill, topped by the Citadella.
The ship’s interior features wooden finishes and carefully designed details that create a comfortable atmosphere. During your journey, you can also visit the ship’s engine room on the lower deck for a closer look at its inner workings.
Sit back and enjoy the scenic riverbanks as you pass Budapest’s historic architecture, offering a calm and memorable way to explore the city.
The Gróf Széchenyi nostalgic ship is currently Budapest's only functioning paddle-wheel, two-story ship. The unique stained glass ceiling of the renovated ship with its specially designed carpeting, and special deck are guaranteed to dazzle all guests.
Open deck
A bar
Live music
Enclosed deck
Meeting point
Look for a boat that called "Gróf Széchenyi"
Places you will see
• Hungarian Parliament Building — one of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks, known for its striking Neo-Gothic architecture along the Danube.
• Margaret Bridge — a historic bridge connecting Buda and Pest, with access to Margaret Island in the middle.
• Matthias Church — an elegant church with a colorful tiled roof, located in the heart of Buda Castle District.
• Buda Castle — a former royal palace offering panoramic views over the city and the Danube.
• Fisherman’s Bastion — a terrace with neo-Romanesque towers, famous for its scenic views of Budapest.
• Citadella — a hilltop fortress providing wide views across the city.
• Gellert Hill — a prominent hill above the Danube, popular for its panoramic outlooks.
• National Theater — a modern theater building situated along the Pest riverbank.
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Eva
Doesn‘t have a narrated guide, its good for those who want nice views but no annoying guide.
2 days ago
Gail H.
Very good service as described, welcomed as it should be, we booked in advance, it's so much the better because we knew nothing about the crowds
2 days ago
Kende T.
The night cruise is very interesting. Budapest at night looks wonderful from the perspective of the ship. Unfortunately the music is not heard on the terrace.
5 days ago
Alejandro L.
Experiencia absolutamente recomendable. Por un precio realmente bajo se disfruta de un paseo relajado, con copa de vino de bienvenida, musica y danzas en vivo, y hay comodidad para desplazarse por todos los rincones del barco para observar el increible paisaje del rio. Solo faltaron instrucciones mas precisas para encontrar el lugar exacto del amarre del barco.
6 days ago
Roy B.
It was alright for the price. Didn't expect a welcome drink and that was nice. Do arrive really early to snap up the window seats and it's important to scan the QR code on the table to download the audio guide. There's no announcement to do it so if you miss it out, you don't get any audio guide.
10 days ago
Surány P.
That a perfect fair for this money! We had live music with dances of profesional dancers. Ship is big and you can outside to enjoy the view. Other than this you have your table when you can enjoy the bar drinks and food. Really, for this price is PERFECT!
10 days ago
Fábio
It is very worth it , and the food on board is not very expensive
11 days ago
Balázs A.
ride for those who want to rest. Not very informative, the sound of the recording is very low. But it fulfills its promise: it goes through the 6 bridges, explains about them, besides the main tourist attractions of the waterfront: castle, São Matias church, parliament, etc. Who will do the bus rides will not have much added.
12 days ago
Kocsis V.
The boat trip lasted two hours on the same route - this made it possible to have a more leisurely experience. It was also nice that the ride started at 7pm and then it soon got dusk and the lights of the city came into their own.
14 days ago
Simon B.
Easy to find meeting point through the app. Outside the building there is a sign indicating the meeting point. I went in and they gave me tickets for the tour. At 3.30 pm our guide arrives and accompanies us to the pier for departure. A beautiful 1 and a half hour tour that reaches the last bridge. Suggestive is to see that from the light of day, the buildings and bridges around 4.30 pm begin to light up giving a breathtaking sight. The speaker explains only in English. There is bar service available. I highly recommend booking this visit which has excellent value for money. With other tours I would have spent 20 euros per person.
