The Budapest Downtown Sightseeing Day and Evening Cruise offers an excellent value sightseeing experience, departing from a central Budapest dock near the Elisabeth Bridge.
Ideal for individuals or larger groups on a budget, this cruise provides an affordable way to explore the city’s stunning sights, whether during the day or evening, even in peak tourist season. For detailed pricing and options, explore our comparison of Budapest Budget Cruises—some packages include drinks (with some offering unlimited beverages), while others feature unique specialities.
Price of Downtown Sightseeing Cruise Budapest
Sun – Thu Daytime
- Price from €12
- Before 6 pm
- 24h Cancellation
- Downloadable Guide
- Pest City Centre Dock
- Ideal for Students
- Ideal for School Groups
- Affordable Prices
Sun – Thu Evening
- Price €14
- After 6 pm
- 24h Cancellation
- Downloadable Guide
- Pest City Centre Dock
- Ideal for Students
- Ideal for School Groups
- Affordable Prices
Fri – Sat Daytime
- Price from €12
- Before 6 pm
- 24h Cancellation
- Downloadable Guide
- Pest City Centre Dock
- Ideal for Students
- Ideal for School Groups
- Affordable Prices
Fri – Sat Evening
- Price: €14
- After 6 pm
- 24h Cancellation
- Downloadable Guide
- Pest City Centre Dock
- Ideal for Students
- Ideal for School Groups
- Affordable Prices
Inclusions:
- 1h Sightseeing Cruise on the Danube
- Ship Bar – drinks and snacks can be purchased aboard (pay as you order)
- Departure & Arrival: Pest Side Downtown close to Elisabeth Bridge
- Free for children under 3
- E-Ticket via email (no printing needed)
- 24h Cancellation Policy
- Audio Guide can be downloaded to your smartphone- please bring your headsets
- Please note that this cruise is not wheelchair accessible
- Ideal for Students and School Groups as well as Travellers on a shoestring budget
Schedule of Downtown Sightseeing Cruise Budapest
The schedule of the Budget cruise seasonally changes. In the booking calendar you will find the available dates and hours. The below is given as a general guidance about the budget cruise.
Cruise Hours: subject to change seasonally, please see the booking calendar for the updated cruise time table
Weekdays & Weekends
from approx 5 pm to 10 pm
In case of late arrival to your pre-booked program, rebooking is possible subject to availability for an additional surcharge of 50% of the original price, payable on the spot.
Audio guide on Downtown Sightseeing Cruise Budapest
The audio guide is available in Hungarian, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Korean and Slovak using a QR code. You can download the audio guide on your smartphone on board but to be on the safe side it is best to arrive at the dock 15 min earlier to have a chance to download the guide before the river cruise starts. Please bring your own headset / earbuds to listen to the audio guide as no earphones are provided in this budget cruise. Alternatively, you can read the guide text on your phone.
Drink Bar on Downtown Sightseeing Cruise
Drinks can be purchased on board along with some snacks or street food-style hot meals (meals are subject to availability, prices may change).
White Wine Prices
Pátzay Nimrod Cuvée 100ml 1,190HUF
Pátzay Nimrod Cuvée 750ml 8,490 HUF
Rose Wine Prices
Pátzay Wiking Cuvée 100ml 1,190HUF
Pátzay Wiking Cuvée 750ml 8,490 HUF
Red Wine Prices
Pátzay Taltos Cabernet Sauvignon 100ml 1,390HUF
Pátzay Taltos Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml 9,490 HUF
Dessert Wine Prices
Dubizt Muscat Ottonel 100ml 1,390HUF
Dubizt Muscat Ottonel750ml 9,490 HUF
Sparkling Wine Prices
Hungaria Extra Dry 200ml 2,490 HUF
Beer Prices
Cecei Super Lager 330ml 1,190 HUF
Cecei Fresh IPA 330ml 1,290 HUF
Cecei Cherry Beer 330ml 1,290 HUF
Soft Drink Prices
Pepsi Products (Cola, 7Up, Mirinda, Ginger, Mineral Water) 330ml 890 HUF
Juices (Orange, Apple) 330ml 1,190 HUF
Homemade Lemonade (Citrus, Elderflower, Strawberry) 400ml 1,490 HUF
Red Bull energy drink 250ml 1,490 HUF
Mineral Water Prices
Szentkiralyi Mineral Water: Fizzy / Still 500 ml 890 HUF
Coffee Prices
Espresso 790 HUF
Double Espresso 1,290 HUF
Americano 790 HUF
Cappuccino 1,190 HUF
Caffe Latte 1,390 HUF
Tea Prices
Dilmah teas 990 HUF
Prices are subject to change over the year. Kindly check the updated price list aboard at the ship bar before ordering drinks on the boat.
Budapest River Cruise Downtown
Exploring Budapest on a budget? The Downtown Silverline Budapest Sightseeing Cruise offers a fantastic way to take in the city’s breathtaking Danube views without breaking the bank. Departing from Dock 11 by Elizabeth Bridge, this 1-hour cruise passes iconic landmarks like the Parliament, Buda Castle, and Margaret Island. Ideal for students, school groups, and travelers on a shoestring budget, tickets start at just €10 per person, with evening and weekend cruises priced at €14 due to high demand. After around 6 pm (winter 4pm, while in summer months after 8 pm), the illuminated cityscape creates a truly magical experience along the Danube.
With a downtown dock conveniently located near Pest city centre, this Budapest river cruise easily fits into any itinerary. The E-Ticket system eliminates the need for printing, allowing for a hassle-free boarding process. Onboard, a ship bar serves drinks and snacks, available for purchase. A downloadable audio guide provides fascinating insights into Budapest’s history and architecture—bringing along a smartphone and headphones is recommended to enjoy the commentary during the cruise.
An excellent choice for those traveling on a budget, this sightseeing cruise is also free for children under 3, making it a great family-friendly option. The 24-hour cancellation policy ensures flexibility if plans change. Please note that this cruise is not wheelchair accessible. High demand on weekends and evenings means tickets often sell out, so booking in advance is highly recommended to secure a spot on this unforgettable journey along the Danube.
Last updated May, 2026