Top Budapest Seasonal & Special Occasions

View Budapest’s floodlit landmarks by boat on a Danube River evening cruise. Settle on the glass-enclosed vessel, and admire the cityscapes as you cruise by the UNESCO-listed riverbanks, glass in hand. Admire the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle district twinkling with lights, and sail under the illuminated Chain Bridge and other bridges. Your choice of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water, Wi-Fi, and commentary included.

Enjoy a unique spa experience in Budapest combining tradition with fun. Start with a 45-minute BeerSpa session soaking in warm thermal water infused with natural beer ingredients while enjoying unlimited draft beer served to your tub. Upgrade to include a full-day fast-track pass to Széchenyi Baths with a private changing room, letting you explore pools, saunas, and steam rooms at your own pace.

Cruise the Danube River in the evening on a sightseeing cruise through Budapest. With a beverage in hand, take in the famous sights of Budapest along the banks of the river, deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Watch Budapest’s skyline transition from day to night during a sunset cruise along the sparkling Danube, which cuts through the heart of the city. Enjoy unlimited prosecco and ambient music as you soak up the scenery and drift past key landmarks including the Hungarian Houses of Parliament, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge.

Avoid crowded viewpoints and the hassle of navigating between landmarks with a relaxed cruise along the Danube River in Budapest. Take in icons like the Hungarian Parliament Building and Széchenyi Chain Bridge from the water while enjoying drinks and a peaceful atmosphere, with a stop at Margaret Island for a refreshing break from the city’s bustle.

Skip the hassle of navigating Budapest on your own with this private tuk-tuk city tour. Cruise through iconic landmarks, panoramic viewpoints, and hidden streets inaccessible to larger vehicles, with flexible routing and plenty of photo stops. With hotel pickup, all-weather protection, and warm blankets included, enjoy a seamless, stress-free, and uniquely immersive open-air experience.

Visit some of Hungary’s best wineries on this small group tour where your guide and driver will take care of all the details. You’ll avoid any hassle by meeting your group at the centrally located area. Then you’ll get into your comfortable vehicle and get taken to the magical wine cellars just outside of Budapest. Enjoy the wine tasting, snacks, and a great tour of Hungarian wine.

Discover Budapest with a 24, 48, 72, 96 or 120-hour Budapest Card, providing discounts, tours and transportation while you explore the city independently. Enjoy free entry to top museums, two complimentary walking tours, admission to the thermal baths, and more. Your card also includes discounts at popular restaurants, free public transportation, and a guidebook with helpful information about the included services.

Budapest is celebrated for its trendy nightlife, but knowing the best spots to visit can be difficult for visitors. But on this small-group tour, you'll get to discover the city’s ruin bars and beyond in the ever-hip District 7, stopping at various locations for an immersive experience of Budapest’s after-dark culture. Discover street art, gain insider tips, and experience a local side of the city.

Discover the delights of Hungarian cuisine with this cooking experience in Budapest. Soak up the atmosphere as you shop for ingredients at the local market, then learn to cook authentic Hungarian cuisine during an expert-led cooking class. Sample local specialties like Pálinka (fruit brandy), elderberry syrup and poppy seed bread pudding, and get hands-on as you master traditional techniques. Finally, reap the rewards as you tuck into a delicious 4-course lunch, accompanied by local wines.

Explore Hungary’s renowned Etyek wine region—and enjoy a hassle-free way to travel beyond Budapest city limits—on this half-day tasting tour, complete with lunch or dinner. Set off with your group (or just your guide, if private option selected), and head to Etyek, famed for its white and sparkling wines. Visit two or three top wineries to taste their wines and learn about their craft. This intimate tour also features a traditional Hungarian meal.

Budapest turns into a Winter Wonderland in the run-up to Christmas with multiple markets and Christmas attractions. Get the most out of your time in the city by going on a Christmas Market Tour. You won’t have to navigate or plan, as your guide will lead the way and point out the best bits of the city. Visit several markets, such as Szent István Square Christmas Market, and enjoy sampling mulled wine and chimney cake.

Learn all about wine making, and then taste several wines and have lunch on a beautiful terrace at one of the wineries in Lake Balaton. You’ll have round-trip transfers from Budapest provided, so no need to arrange that yourself. Your guide will take care of all the logistics for your private group, so you just need to enjoy the day out.

Are you looking for a truly hassle-free and memorable experience that includes during your travels to Budapest, and having great photos for your social media and your loved ones? I am here to make it for you. In this experience, you will enjoy a 45 min session with me in Budapest's stunning Fisherman's Bastion. Within 72 hours you will receive a web gallery with 30 beautifully edited photos with my world-class color grading and signature editing. I will be helping you with poses, giving you small instructions, and making sure that you will feel at ease and confident throughout the session. Book me to get your stunning memories during your trip captured in Budapest.

Dive head first into the world-renowned nightlife of Budapest on this pub crawl. Breeze past lines, forget entrance fees, and enjoy a welcome shot at four bars and one club. Learn Hungarian drinking games from locals and experience one of Budapest’s exclusive ruin bars. Plus, you’ll go home with a special Pub Crawl t-shirt to remember this exciting night out.

Discover Budapest’s finest craft beer pubs and learn about Hungarian drinking traditions on this small-group tour. Discover the hidden gems of District 7, the “Underground Paradise”, and make stops at several pubs to learn about Hungarian beer consumption and the beer-making process. Enjoy tastings at each venue that are accompanied by traditional Hungarian beer snacks to complete your experience.

Guarantee your spot at an organ concert at St. Stephen’s Basilica, one of Budapest's most iconic landmarks, when you book in advance. This performance features classical masterpieces by composers such as Bach and Vivaldi, played by Hungary's finest musicians. The basilica’s Neoclassical architecture and excellent acoustics create the perfect setting for an evening of music that will transport you through history.

Learn more about Hungarian folklore than you could in a guidebook with a visit to the Paprika Revue House. Enjoy a buffet-style dinner of authentic local foods as you enjoy a show based on Hungarian tradition and culture, and enhance your experience with unlimited drinks at the theatre bar, including alcoholic beverages.

Explore the historical city of Eger in north Hungary and sample its wines on a private day trip from Budapest. Stroll the baroque streets and view Eger’s Basilica, Turkish minaret, and 13th-century castle. Plus, enjoy a dose of traditional Hungarian hospitality with up to five wine tastings, including Eger’s famous ‘Bull’s Blood,’ and a Hungarian ‘peasant’ meal. Includes wine tastings, lunch, private air-conditioned transport, and central and hotel pickup and drop-off in Budapest.

Get up close and personal with one of Budapest’s most important landmarks—and learn the stories behind the sights from your guide’s commentary—on a tour of St. Stephen’s Basilica. Pick from a small-group tour of the church (with optional upgrades to visit its treasury and tower) or a private tour, depending on your budget and preferences. Whichever you choose, you’ll have the chance to discover a true Hungarian icon.

Go sightseeing along the River Danube on this scenic evening cruise with onboard live music from a folk orchestra. Choose from multiple packages to suit your preferences—including the option to include cocktails, wine, bottomless prosecco, and more. Along the way, take in views of top sights including Buda Castle, Parliament House, and the Citadel. A great start to a night out in Budapest or as a standalone activity.

Saddle up for a comprehensive 2.5 or 4-hour tour of Budapest by bike. See more sights than you could cover by walking, hitting top attractions like Heroes’ Square, City Park, the Parliament Building and the Great Market Hall, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. For the longer tour, a hot drink and sweet baked treat are included.

Pamper yourself in Budapest with a weekday spa and brunch escape at Rudas Thermal Bath, an innovative soaking spa located right at the foot of the Elizabeth Bridge overlooking the Danube River. Rudas combines 450 years of healing history with modern design for a uniquely Budapest way to relax. After soaking in natural mineral waters, re-energize with a 3-course à la carte lunch at the Rudas Bistro.