If you are looking for an evening cruise in Budapest, this boat tour is without a doubt one of the best we can recommend. It is a 1-hour cruise operated by Portum Lines Cruising, considered one of the most popular and in-demand evening cruises among tourists in the city, and it has received many positive reviews on leading travel platforms.
The cruise operates on a large two-level boat, with both an open deck and a fully covered, air-conditioned section in case it gets too cold outside. When we took this cruise, the evening was indeed chilly, but a good coat was more than enough to stay comfortable. The boat is very spacious, and even though it was crowded with visitors, the overall experience was still pleasant and enjoyable.
One of the advantages of this cruise is that the ticket includes one complimentary drink, with a choice of soft or alcoholic beverages. Additional drinks or snacks can also be purchased on board for an extra charge.
The cruise runs year-round, offering around four departures every evening between 17:00 and 21:00. The departure point is in the northern section of Budapest’s pier area, at Dock 42, located near Margaret Bridge and opposite Margaret Island. The one-hour route passes many of the city’s most famous Danube landmarks, including Margaret Bridge, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Buda Castle, the Castle Bazaar (Várkert Bazár), Gellért Hill, Gellért Baths, Corvinus University, the Vigadó Concert Hall, and the Hungarian Academy of Sciences.
The ticket price is only €16 per person, and it also includes one drink of your choice. We recommend booking in advance through the following page.
Dock 42, near Margaret Bridge and opposite Margaret Island
Around 4 departures every evening between 5:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
€14 per person (Includes 1 complimentary drink).
