Cheap Budapest Danube Cruises & Tours

27 Cruises & Boat Tours in Budapest from €0 🏆 Sightseeing Cruises: Day & Night, Lunch or Dinner, 🏆 with Live Music, Beer or Wine, and Boat Party 🏆 Find Best Private Cruise or Cheap Boat Tours

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1-hour Evening or Daytime Sightseeing Cruise
Bestseller
4.8
2416 reviews
1-hour Evening or Daytime Sightseeing Cruise
Discover the dazzling beauty of Budapest at night with our enchanting sightseeing cruise along the River Danube, featuring panoramic views of the city
Group
to 1 hrs 10 min
Today at 17:00
Today at 17:00
from12
per person
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Piano Show
Melody Cruise
4.8
1321 reviews
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Piano Show
Our exceptional piano show makes our cruise an even more captivating experience. The great atmosphere of the event is ensured by two brilliant pianists and a fantastic, charming vocalist.
Group
to 2 hrs
Thu, 19 Jun, 20:30
Thu, 19 Jun, 20:30
from47
per person
70-minute Sightseeing Cruise with Drink (Daytime or Nighttime)
River Moments
4.7
2695 reviews
70-minute Sightseeing Cruise with Drink (Daytime or Nighttime)
70-minute 30-language audio-guide river cruise on the Danube with 1 drink of your choice included
Group
to 1 hrs 10 min
Today at 10:15
Today at 11:00
from20
per person
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Folklore & Operetta Show
Folk Flavors
5.0
410 reviews
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Folklore & Operetta Show
Spend an unforgettable evening cruising along the embankment of the Danube River and enjoy a live folklore
Group
to 2 hrs
Today at 20:30
Today at 20:30
from47
per person
2-hour Evening Cruise with Drink of Your Choice and Live Music
Impressive
4.8
3512 reviews
2-hour Evening Cruise with Drink of Your Choice and Live Music
Join a night cruise and discover the lovely Hungarian capital with your favorite drinks. Starting from the center, admire the UNESCO-listed banks of the Danube aboard the elegant Gróf Széchényi ship.
Group
to 2 hrs
Today at 19:00
Today at 19:00
from21
per person
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Folklore Dance Show & Live Music
Folk & Flow
4.9
809 reviews
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Folklore Dance Show & Live Music
Enjoy a lovely dinner as you cruise by boat along the Danube River in the romantic atmosphere of Budapest at night. Listen to live music and enjoy a traditional dance show.
Group
2 hrs
Today at 19:00
Tomorrow at 19:00
89
per person
2-hour Traditional Hungarian Dinner Cruise
Hungarian Nights
4.9
1434 reviews
2-hour Traditional Hungarian Dinner Cruise
Combine a cruise on the Danube River with a Hungarian dinner and live music to get the most out of your time in Budapest.
Group
2 hrs
Today at 19:00
Tomorrow at 19:00
69
per person
1-hour Downtown Budapest Pizza Cruise
Slice & Sail
4.8
884 reviews
1-hour Downtown Budapest Pizza Cruise
Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Danube River through the heart of Budapest. Savor pizza on board, accompanied by unlimited beer and soft drinks, while taking in views of the iconic sights of the city.
Group
to 1 hrs
Today at 17:00
Today at 18:30
from39
per person
1,5-hour Sightseeing Cruise with Live Music
Danube Magic
4.7
1848 reviews
1,5-hour Sightseeing Cruise with Live Music
See Budapest's most famous sights from the comfort of the Gróf Széchényi ship on this Danube River cruise. Enjoy live music, stop at the on-board bar, and visit the ship's unique engine room.
Group
1 hrs 30 min
Tomorrow at 19:00
Thu, 19 Jun, 19:00
18
per person
1-hour Cocktail Cruise Downtown Budapest
Cruise & Chill
4.7
1189 reviews
1-hour Cocktail Cruise Downtown Budapest
The cruise takes place during sunset, providing our guests with the most fabulous views of the illuminated Budapest. While enjoying the gorgeous panorama, guests can indulge in 3, freshly prepared cocktails on board. (3 cocktails included in the price)
Group
1 hrs
Today at 17:30
Today at 19:00
37
per person
1,5-hour Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco
Sparkling Cruise
4.9
3448 reviews
1,5-hour Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco
Soak in the unmatchable panorama of Budapest on a nighttime boat ride along the Danube. Witness the most important landmarks of the city as you sip on unlimited glasses of high-quality Prosecco.
Group
to 1 hrs 30 min
Today at 17:30
Today at 19:00
from24.80
per person
Evening Cruise and Dinner with Champagne
4.5
835 reviews
Evening Cruise and Dinner with Champagne
Spend a romantic evening on the water with dinner and champagne on this Danube River cruise. Take in the sights of Budapest as you enjoy live entertainment.
Group
1 hrs 30 min
Today at 20:00
Tomorrow at 20:00
90
per person
2,5-hour Candilet Dinner River Walk with Live Music
Cruise & Cuisine
4.9
850 reviews
2,5-hour Candilet Dinner River Walk with Live Music
Get a feel of the illuminated beauty of Budapest and admire a lovely candle-lit dinner accompanied by the sweet live music.
Group
2 hrs 30 min
Today at 19:00
Tomorrow at 19:00
110
per person
Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco
4.9
745 reviews
Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco
Soak in the unmatchable panorama of Budapest on a nighttime boat ride along the Danube. Witness the most important landmarks of the city as you sip on unlimited glasses of high-quality Prosecco.
Group
to 1 hrs 15 min
Today at 17:30
Today at 19:15
from24.80
per person
1-hour Unlimited Booze Cruise Downtown Budapest
Open Bar Cruise
4.9
666 reviews
1-hour Unlimited Booze Cruise Downtown Budapest
Partake in a 85-minute panoramic sightseeing tour in the fabulous capital city of Hungary. During the tour guests can marvel at the historical sights and landmarks of Budapest. The cruise departs from the heart of the city.
Group
to 1 hrs
Today at 20:30
Tomorrow at 20:30
from39
per person
2-hour Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Sunset Vibes
4.9
Guide rating
2-hour Sunset Cocktail Cruise
Explore Budapest the classiest way possible, on a magnificent river cruise, with a large glass of cocktail in your hand, watching the marvelous hills of Buda from the Danube!
Group
2 hrs
Today at 19:00
Tomorrow at 19:00
37
per person
2-hour Dinner and Cruise with Sweet Live Music
View & Vibe
4.8
1223 reviews
2-hour Dinner and Cruise with Sweet Live Music
In order to meet all of your requirements and fulfill all of your best desires, our program combines all the 'must haves' you might have needed.
Group
2 hrs
Tomorrow at 19:00
Thu, 19 Jun, 19:00
79
per person
1-hour Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music
Live & Lit
4.7
Guide rating
1-hour Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music
Marvel at the illuminated beauty of Budapest and enjoy a lovely candle-lit dinner accompanied by relaxing live music.
Group
1 hrs 10 min
Today at 19:45
Tomorrow at 19:45
85
per person
Full-Day Danube Bend Bus/Boat Tour with Lunch
All-in-One Tour
Full-Day Danube Bend Bus/Boat Tour with Lunch
Jump into Hungarian history along the Danube Bend. Visit Esztergom and Szentendre, and pay a short visit to Slovakia with the return to Budapest along the Danube River.
Group
to 9 hrs 30 min
Tomorrow at 09:00
Tomorrow at 09:00
from104
per person
2,5-hour Boat Party on the Danube River
Wave Rave
4.8
2168 reviews
2,5-hour Boat Party on the Danube River
Combine partying with sightseeing on this 2-hour cruise along the Danube with various drink packages.
Group
to 2 hrs 30 min
Tomorrow at 21:30
Tomorrow at 21:30
from28
per person
85-min Unlimited Soft open Bar Cruise
Refresh Cruise
4.9
Guide rating
85-min Unlimited Soft open Bar Cruise
70-minute panoramic sightseeing tour in the fabulous capital city of Hungary. During the tour, guests can marvel at the historical sights and landmarks of Budapest. The cruise departs from the heart of the city.
Group
1 hrs
Fri, 20 Jun, 17:00
Fri, 20 Jun, 19:00
48
per person
1-hour Private Wine Tasting Cruise
Private Pour
5.0
237 reviews
1-hour Private Wine Tasting Cruise
Beautifully renovated city cruiser yacht with kitchen and bathroom on board. Perfect for events, sight-seeing, and dining in Budapest.
Entry ticket
1 hrs
Thu, 19 Jun, 09:00
Thu, 19 Jun, 10:00
85
per person
2-hour Sightseeing Cruise on the Danube with Fresh Drinks
Budapest Highlights
4.8
376 reviews
2-hour Sightseeing Cruise on the Danube with Fresh Drinks
You will get to see the Beauty of the Danube panorama during the speclacular cruise. Don't miss your chance to explore the brilliant views!
Group
2 hrs
Thu, 19 Jun, 19:00
Fri, 20 Jun, 19:00
29
per person
2-hour Cruise with 4 Course Dinner & Piano Battle Show
Dine & Delight
5.0
579 reviews
2-hour Cruise with 4 Course Dinner & Piano Battle Show
During the 3-hour long cruise, our dear guests are served a 3 or 6 course menu, while they enjoy the view of the capital’s most beautiful places from the Danube.
Group
2 hrs
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Operetta and Folklore Show
Taste & Tradition
4.9
Guide rating
2-hour Dinner Cruise with Operetta and Folklore Show
Join our unique dinner, where you will get all these feelings, in addition to a delicious, 3 or 6-course dinner and great live music with a traditional dance show. Our Folklore Show is waiting for you with an unforgettable experience, with a singer and a violin, with a contrabass, and a cimbalom
Group
2 hrs
1-hour Beer & Pizza Cruise
Casual Cruise
4.5
361 reviews
1-hour Beer & Pizza Cruise
Book a dinner at our pizza cruise ship and enjoy the beautiful panorama of Budapest along with a nice street food dinner! During the sightseeing cruise through the city center on River Danube, you will have the chance to marvel at the breathtaking panorama of Budapest.
Group
1 hrs
Lake Balaton & Cruise
Off-season
Likely to sell out
4.8
Guide rating
Lake Balaton & Cruise
Discover Lake Balaton in Hungary on this 9-hour tour from Budapest. Visit the abbey on the Tihany Peninsula and walk along the promenade in Balatonfüred then take a pleasant boat ride.
Group
9 hrs
Fri, 20 Jun, 09:00
Fri, 27 Jun, 09:00
75
per person
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Affordable Day & Night Danube River Cruises

Discover Budapest’s charm with the most cost-effective Budapest river cruises available this year. Positioned in the heart of Europe, Budapest’s enchanting cityscape along the grand Danube offers scenic views ideal for budget-friendly cruising. This guide outlines top choices and tips for enhancing enjoyment while keeping costs low. Consider an evening cruise to experience the unique atmosphere, complete with cultural entertainment and dining opportunities.

Whether enchanted by night lights or daytime serenity, Budapest promises exceptional value. Here’s essential guidance for securing the best deals.

Key Considerations for Economical Cruises

Selecting budget-friendly cruises in Budapest involves considering multiple aspects to ensure outstanding value.

  1. Duration and Itinerary Economize by choosing shorter cruises, typically 60-70 minutes. These routes cover major landmarks efficiently and affordably.
  2. Day or Night Cruising? Time affects both cost and experience. Evening cruises might cost more but highlight Budapest’s lit beauty. Conversely, daytime cruises offer cool, comfortable settings, often with air conditioning. Daytime tours can also help avoid overcrowding and may be more budget-friendly.
  3. Onboard Amenities Even on a budget, seek cruises with comfortable seating, clear views, insightful commentary, and restroom access to enhance the experience without compromising comfort. Whether you choose a contemporary cruise ship with spacious amenities or a boat with historical charm, the right vessel can make a significant difference. Additionally, some cruises offer unlimited drinks, adding value to your experience.
  4. Timing Your Trip Off-season or weekday cruising often reduces costs. Daytime cruises ending before 19:00 usually offer better rates than night cruises.

By considering these factors, you can customize your cruise experience in Budapest to fit your budget without sacrificing enjoyment.

Tips for Booking Economical Budapest River Cruises

Planning and booking wisely can yield a fulfilling yet budget-friendly Danube cruise. Here are strategies to ensure affordability:

  1. Book Early Secure the best rates by booking ahead, especially during peak seasons, to avoid price hikes as the departure date approaches.
  2. Midweek Benefits Choose weekday cruises to avoid weekend surcharges and crowds, enjoying the same delightful experience at a lower cost.
  3. Opt for Shorter Cruises If budget is tight, select cruises lasting 60-70 minutes, still offering spectacular views of landmarks like the Parliament, the Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, and Margaret Island, but at reduced prices.
  4. Look for Discounts Keep an eye out for off-peak deals and promotions. Signing up for newsletters and checking deal sites can lead to significant savings.
  5. Group and Family Discounts Traveling with others? Explore group or family discounts, often cheaper than individual tickets. Some offers include free rides for young children, further lowering costs.
  6. Cruise During Off-Peak Times Late autumn through early spring offers quieter and potentially cheaper cruising options, providing a unique perspective of Budapest’s beauty.
  7. Compare Options Don’t rush your booking. Compare features, durations, and prices. Silverline Cruises is a reputable company offering budget-friendly options. Review platforms can guide you based on previous travelers’ feedback.

By following these tips, you can enjoy Budapest’s stunning riverscape affordably, enriching your travel experience.

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