Top Budapest Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

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.

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.

Enjoy a scenic evening cruise along the Danube River in Budapest, taking in the city’s illuminated landmarks, including the Buda Castle, Hungarian Parliament, and Chain Bridge. Relax with live music by the Rajko Folk Orchestra, performing local and classic favorites. Choose between a buffet-style dinner or a wine-tasting experience, with a welcome drink and beverages included. Whichever you pick, admire Budapest’s UNESCO-listed panorama while enjoying a delightful evening.

What makes our original Foodapest Street Food Tour truly unique, is that the experience is the perfect blend of authentic Hungarian flavors, local storytelling, and intimate group vibes. Unlike standard food tours, we go beyond just eating: we connect you to the culture, history, and people behind each bite. You’ll taste everything from iconic staples like goulash and chimney cake to lesser-known local favorites, all paired with carefully selected regional wines and spirits. Each stop is a mini cultural deep-dive, guided by locals who share not just food, but the stories and traditions that make Hungary’s cuisine so rich. With a relaxed, small group setting, this isn’t just a tour, it’s a shared culinary journey where you leave full, inspired, and maybe even with a few new friends.

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.

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.

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.

Go beyond the guidebooks and experience Budapest through the eyes of a local who truly knows and loves their city. With a host by your side, it feels less like a tour and more like exploring with a close friend. Stroll through grand palaces and charming districts, sip coffee in cozy cafés, or dive into the city’s buzzing ruin bars and pop-up markets. Whether you want to admire the sweeping views from Fisherman’s Bastion, wander the historic streets of Buda Castle, or snack on sweet pastries in the Jewish Quarter, your experience is entirely tailored to you. Your guide works with you directly to design a flexible, personalized itinerary—and you can change plans anytime along the way.

Journey down the river in style on this Budapest cruise experience. Hop aboard one of two vessels with period-accurate designs evoking the historic paddle steamers of the era. Grab your complimentary welcome drink and enjoy an audio guide—available in 30 different languages—as you take in views of the city. Around sunset, the route is adjusted to showcase the Parliament building at its best light.

Experience the romance of the Danube River by night on this candlelight dinner cruise. Cruise past the city's many beautiful illuminated sites as you dine on a 4-course dinner, passing by the Chain Bridge, the Elisabeth Bridge, and the Hungarian Parliament along the way. Local musicians are also on board to add zest to the experience by performing live Hungarian music.

See the sights of Budapest from a unique vantage point on a small-group electric scooter tour. After a pre-tour test ride, feel confident as you follow your guide through Budapest’s parks and bike paths. Customize your tour by choosing from different routes, including a riverside ride and a comprehensive tour. You can also choose from different tour times.

Walk straight in and start exploring Budapest’s St. Stephen’s Basilica, Hungary’s third-largest church, with prebooked tickets that let you skip the lines. Marvel at the intricate neoclassical architecture, get an up-close look at the organ, and see St. Stephen’s mummified right hand. Opt to visit the main hall only or upgrade to a ticket that includes the rooftop terrace and treasury.

While there are plenty of food tours in Budapest, not many let you sample such a wide range of dishes. On this half-day small-group experience, enjoy a selection of Hungarian dishes, locally made wines, traditional palinka, and rich desserts from vendors and restaurants in and around the city’s Central Market Hall. Some stops and tastings may change depending on seasonal availability and opening hours.

Hungary’s capital united Buda and Pest, two cities divided by the Danube River. See both sides during sunset or under the night sky on this cruise. Come aboard a boat and glide down the river with Hungarian sparkling wine in hand. Relaxing music and English commentary fill the airwaves as you drift down the Danube. Be sure to keep your camera at the ready for great photo ops of the Hungarian Parliament Building.

Experience Budapest at night aboard River Diva on a scenic dinner cruise along the Danube. Settle into the spacious Grand Salon and enjoy a seasonal buffet created by Executive Chef Viktor Moldován. Choose from a varied selection of starters, main courses, side dishes, vegetarian options, and desserts served across multiple buffet stations. Throughout the cruise, enjoy unlimited cocktails, spirits, Prosecco, wine, beer, soft drinks, and water, with drinks served directly to your table. Live music creates a relaxed atmosphere as you pass Budapest’s illuminated riverside landmarks, including the Hungarian Parliament Building, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Gellért Hill, and Liberty Bridge. After dinner, visit the panoramic rooftop deck, weather permitting, and take in uninterrupted views of the city skyline and the lights reflecting across the Danube. River Diva brings together dinner, unlimited drinks, live music, attentive service, and panoramic views for a memorable evening in Budapest.

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.

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.

This is the ultimate day tour from Budapest to Bratislava and Vienna and explore two stunning European capitals in one unforgettable journey. Walk through Bratislava’s charming Old Town, visit its iconic castle, then experience Vienna’s imperial Ringstrasse, Hofburg Palace and historic city center. History, culture, architecture and breathtaking sights — the perfect Central Europe tour in one day. This is not a rushed list of sights or a crowded bus that skips from one stop to the next. It is a relaxed, personal and meaningful day exploring two beautiful capitals – Bratislava and Vienna – under the guidance of someone who truly cares about your experience. This day is designed to flow naturally. There is time to explore, time to pause and time to simply enjoy where you are. No pressure, no strict scripts – just a thoughtful experience that adapts to you.

Visit Szechenyi Spa, the largest public bath in Budapest, with 18 indoor and outdoor pools, with this prebooked admission ticket. Under neo-baroque domes, enjoy full-day access to a handful of steam rooms, saunas, and springs-fed baths. Dip in the impressive outdoor pool or soak up the sauna in the city that is famous for its relaxing baths. This ticket includes your own locker or changing cabin.

Explore Budapest on a walking tour that highlights the history and landmarks of the Hungarian capital. Your guide shares commentary as you take in sites including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Buda Castle and Royal Gardens. You’ll also stop at St. Stephen's Basilica, Chain Bridge, Matthias Church, and Fisherman's Bastion on a tour that provides time for photos and conversation, and makes an ideal introduction to the city.

If you’re short on time in Budapest or want an overview of the city to help plan your sightseeing, this half-day tour is ideal. Settle into an air-conditioned coach and view the must-sees of Hungary’s capital as your guide shares their history. See the Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and Heroes Square; stroll around the Buda Castle district; and admire city views from hilltop Gellert Citadel.

Beneath Budapest lies a vast network of caves, several of which are open to the public. While some caving routes require visitors to climb and crawl through tight passageways and can be difficult for those with no spelunking experience to navigate, this guided cave tour offers an easy way to explore. Visit two well-lit caves with paved surfaces: Szemlo-Hegyi and Pálvölgyi.

If you don’t enjoy feeling like a tourist you’ll love this guided tour, as it’s designed to feel like you’re being shown around by a friend. You’ll visit some must-see sights as well as lesser-known spots that only locals know about. Learn about Hungarian history and culture while having fun. This is an ideal trip for first-time visitors to the city who want to see the city up close.