Danube Evening Cruise

Overview

A Danube cruise through Budapest reveals the city's UNESCO-listed riverfront—Parliament, Buda Castle, the Chain Bridge, and Gellért Hill all illuminated from water level. Evening cruises are the most magical.

Highlights

• Parliament from the river: The Gothic facade lit up at night is mesmerising.
• Bridge passages: Passing under the Chain Bridge and Liberty Bridge.
• Both banks: The unified Buda and Pest panorama from mid-river.

History

The Danube has been Budapest's defining feature since the Roman settlement of Aquincum. River tourism expanded after the 2002 UNESCO riverfront designation.

Visitor Tips

• Evening cruise: Night cruises (with or without dinner) are the most popular.
• 1-hour cruise: Sufficient for the main illuminated sights.
• Duration: 1–2 hours.