Dinner & Lights - Budapest Dinner Cruise
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Budapest, Hungary
- 2 hours (approx.)
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Overview
View Budapest from a unique vantage point on the water—when the city is lit up for the evening—on this Danube River cruise with an included 4-course dinner. Watch as the city transitions from day to night as you dine on multiple dishes, and enjoy the sights of the city from a comfortable viewpoint onboard a riverboat. As you cruise the waters, spot landmarks such as Buda Castle, Margaret Bridge, and the Hungarian Parliament Building.
- A welcome drink is included to kick off the evening.
- See famous Budapest landmarks illuminated at night.
- Combine an activity with dinner—perfect for packed itineraries.
- Skip crowded city streets for sightseeing at a relaxed pace on the water.
What's Included
- Dinner
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 2 hours river Danube cruise
- Welcome drink (Ticket includes 1 welcome drink, any additional drink can be purchased on board)
- Live background music
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Additional drink (can be purchased on board)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Budapest, Jane Haining rkp. 11, 1052 Hungary
Meet at Dock #11, next to the Elizabeth bridge, on the Pest side. Look for the "Silverline" logo. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the boarding time
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Buda Castle (Pass By)
Margaret Bridge (Pass By)
Szechenyi Lanchid (Pass By)
Hungarian Parliament Building (Pass By)
Gellert Hill (Pass By)
Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid) (Pass By)
Budapest University of Technology and Economics (Pass By)
Petofi Bridge (Pass By)
National Theatre (Pass By)
Balna (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Please note, that passengers may not be allowed to board if they appear intoxicated upon arrival.
- Dear Guests! If you are late for your pre-booked program, we can guarantee the rebooking, subject to availability, for an additional surcharge of 50% of the original price, payed on the spot.
- Dear Guests! We kindly request that you do not bring your own food and drinks aboard the ship. Rest assured, we offer catering services onboard to ensure your comfort and satisfaction throughout the journey.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Francine_F
We did the silverline dinner cruise , the city night cruise which was a beautiful experience. You get a complimentary prosecco but a no host bar is available. The food was fine but the dessert was not a favorite for me. There was entertainment which was a representation of Hungarian culture and music. The dancers were good and talented. The staff especially Nora was very nice and helpful.
Nice experience!
Reviews
4.7
based on 304 reviews
Christopher_Y, Apr 2026
We (a couple) enjoyed this cruise very much. It was efficiently organised. The food and service were excellent. The view of the city lights from the Danube was splendid.
Roger_P, Apr 2026
Perfect cruise on the Danube River. Come prepared to relax and enjoy a wonderful dinner surrounded by the beautiful city along the river.
Stuart_M, Apr 2026
Good evening
Very pleasant atmosphere
I didn't really like my chosen meal but my partner said hers was fine
Glass of champagne complimentary other drinks chargeable
Hungarian entertainment was good
No commentary for the attractions
Jeremy_R, Mar 2026
Much better than expected!! Lovely cruse, lovely food and great atmosphere. Small boat - so not overcrowded along with great service. Recommended.
Helen_W, Feb 2026
This was a great dinner cruise. The food was really good and the entertainment was great also. The views / lights were beautiful
Would totally recommend
Eirini_M, Feb 2026
The food was awful. The boat got tooo hot and 3 hours locked in there was a bit too much. Music was good.
Rachael_I, Feb 2026
It was an amazing experience with great attentive service! Excellent choice for my husbands 40th birthday.
Peter_A, Jan 2026
Great cruise, superb views, great entertainment. Told to be there for 7pm sailing at 7.30, arrived at 7, last group on board, sailed immediately!
David_W, Dec 2025
Great service and lovely food. Everyone friendly and a great way to see the lights at night.
We had a lovely evening.
Gordon_R, Dec 2025
Great food, friendly staff. Entertainment was different, a unique experience. Glad we booked this. Thanks!
Lisa_K, Dec 2025
Really worth doing. Went with my family. Four ladies. Really enjoyed experience overall. Our waiter was very friendly but the food was awful. And entertainer not too good. But if you are not too hungry then you will really enjoy this trip
JENNIFER_S, Dec 2025
Great experience! Wonderful boat ride to see the sights all lit up from the river. Parliament is beautiful. Food was just okay but service and entertainment were delightful.
HOLLIE_M, Nov 2025
The most amazing experience, the service was 10/10. I was a bit skeptical of the food but didn’t disappoint ❤️ and the views were out of this world. Definitely recommend to anyone going to Budapest
Francine_F, Oct 2025
We did the silverline dinner cruise , the city night cruise which was a beautiful experience. You get a complimentary prosecco but a no host bar is available. The food was fine but the dessert was not a favorite for me. There was entertainment which was a representation of Hungarian culture and music. The dancers were good and talented. The staff especially Nora was very nice and helpful.
Nice experience!
Philip_M, Oct 2025
Billed as a 40 max dinner seeing the lights of Budapest. we found ourselves in a 90+group with loud music & folk singing & dancing , which is not our scene.
The food was good, the sights were good, but the evening atmosphere we expected was not what was advertised
I asked for a 50% refund, and have been offered 25% with no comment or apology
If you want loud music , folk dancing etc, then fill your boots,
If you are after a quiet, romantic evening, don’t book this one
Marilyn_S, Oct 2025
Beautiful cruise on the Danube at night seeing everything lit up. 4 course dinner was not to our taste, dry pork with an overkill mustard sauce, nice soup and good dessert but not worth $94 each. I recommend the cruise without dinner. We were also disappointed we didn't get the folk show.
Maureen_R, Sep 2025
The cruise was a great way to see the city at night. Absolutely beautiful views. If Tim is a constraint, eating dinner with a tour of the city is a great way to maximize time in Budapest.
Domenic_D, Sep 2025
Very nice tour, good food. The only thing we couldn’t control was the weather, but the boat had covered area to take pictures.
Nancy_S, Sep 2025
Silverline Cruises does an excellent job! When we first entered the boat we were greeted warmly and shown to our table. There were white tablecloths throughout and the tables were spaced appropriately apart given the number of people on board, yet providing a sense of intimacy. The music was lovely and not too loud as we’ve experienced in the past. The menu and food were very good! It was a multi course dinner offering choices on the entree and dessert. But the best experience of all was the lights of the city that come on while you’re on the water. It was an unforgettable experience!
Mark_R, Sep 2025
Wonderful experience! Enjoyed the food, entertainment and especially Eliszabeth. She did a great job making sure everything was perfect. Food was delicious and you get plenty! The entertainment was great. Definitely recommend this experience!
Benjamin_H, Sep 2025
Wow!! What an amazing experience! We had Sophia as our host and everything was top-notch, 10/10 would recommend!
Susan_M, Sep 2025
A great night out on the Danube. The food was excellent and the service was great. Awesome entertainment with wonderful views along the river. Good value for money.
margarida_i, Aug 2025
It was great..indeed. Pontuality was a MUST. I recommend because the cruise was really great. I am done.
Mike_M, Jul 2025
Great way to see both sides of the river at night. Great food and entertainment as well. Highly recommend. My only regret is I didn’t have enough cash to tip the dancers. We tipped the servers and the band but ran out of cash. FYI
AlanRoy_S, Jul 2025
The night as a whole was good. Friendly reception and comfortable seating/table.
The music and entertainment was great but the food was a little disappointing. We can’t say that it was bad as it might have been a traditional style which didn’t appeal to us.
The team gave special attention to us as we were celebrating our 1st Anniversary, as they did to two other passengers who had Birthdays, which was nice.
Toilets on board were easily accessible and clean.
Travis_B, Jun 2025
Beautiful evening on the river with all the lights. Nice music playing in background. Food and drinks were lovely. Good way to be introduced to Budapest.
grinchdaddy, Aug 2024
The show performers worked super hard… the waitress was super friendly and helpful… food in Budapest was not great in general but it’s not in general what you come for in that region of the world. Budapest at night is amazing.
Alan_K, May 2024
Nice meal, great entertainment, stunning views. Cruising under the bridges is fun, and the Parliament lit up is stunning.
cakiet, Mar 2024
Vincent was very welcoming at check in. Fantastic food and service, Nora was friendly, professional and took time to explain everything thoroughly.
Musicians were talented and had a very good repertoire. Singer and folk troop were splendid and a credit to Hungarian folklore. We all had an amazing experience.
Kenneth_K, Mar 2024
Entertainment was fun. The food was good but too much for me. Be hungry when you arrive. All drinks are extra EVEN WATER! We had a table by a window which made it nice for viewing the night lights.
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