Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Recommended by 93% of travelers
Budapest, Hungary
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
Why travelers loved this
·
Explore our promoted experiences
Overview
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 Budapest’s most beautiful sites by night on this Danube cruise
- A 4-course dinner is served (three courses for kids)
- Guests get a free welcome drink of wine, beer, or champagne
- Live musicians perform on board
What's Included
- 4-course dinner for adults
- 3-course dinner for children
- Welcome drink
- Live music performance
- 2.5 hours Budapest Night Cruise
- Restroom on board
- Extra Beverages and Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Legenda City CruisesBudapest, kikötő, es, Jane Haining rkp. 7, 1052 Hungary
Our dock is located on the riverside near Elizabeth Bridge, directly in front of the Marriott Hotel. Look for a large blue and white number 7 sign at the entrance.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Danube River (Pass By)
Hungarian Parliament Building (Pass By)
Szechenyi Lanchid (Pass By)
Buda Castle (Pass By)
Balna (Pass By)
Mupa Budapest (Pass By)
Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid) (Pass By)
Erzsebet Bridge (Pass By)
Margaret Bridge (Pass By)
Budapest University of Technology and Economics (Pass By)
Gellert Hill (Pass By)
Castle Garden (Pass By)
Matthias Church (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- This activity does not include a guide
- Cannot provide vegan menu
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers
Supplied by
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Brian_C
Absolutely fabulous dinner cruise. The boat itself was very comfortable and ideally set up for a dining experience with incredible views. The food was delicious and perfectly presented while the drinks selection was extensive. All served by excellent staff who were very friendly and attentive. The entertainment was wonderful. An unforgettable experience and cannot recommend highly enough.
Reviews
4.7
based on 1,937 reviews
Sort by: Most insightful
DWIGHT_D, Jul 2026
We were fortunate to have one of the tables on the top deck and the views were spectacular. The food was beautifully prepared. After the sun set, the city of Budapest came alive with lights. This was a great finale to our trip down the Danube.
J_M, Jul 2026
The river cruise on the Danube was amazing. The views of the city at night from the river is spectacular. This cruise is a must for anyone who wants to see the magnificent view of Budapest at night from the Danube.
amy_B, Jul 2026
Excellent food, service, music, and a beautiful boat. The food was gourmet.I would highly recommend!
Richard_M, Jul 2026
Not too large of a boat. Good seating, good river views, nice background music and good food. Great value overall.
Pauline_N, Jul 2026
Really enjoyable 2 and a half hour cruise up and down the Danube. Food excellent as was the entertainment
Peter_L, Jul 2026
The food and service were superb. Our server (Petra) was attentive and accommodated our Gluten free member and our bartender (Lila) was fantastic.
The food was exceptional and the views going past were great with plenty to see.
Calin_T, Jul 2026
Great tour, excellent service and food. Highly recommended. Great atmosphere with good live music, not to be missed.
George_S, Jun 2026
Our Budapest dinner river cruise exceeded all expectations. The city was absolutely breathtaking, especially after sunset when the landmarks lit up along the Danube. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was wonderful, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Budapest!
Janine_V, Jun 2026
This cruise exceeded expectation. The food was really good and Budapest by night is a must see. The service was also great, very friendly and efficient.
Patrica_C, Jun 2026
Everything on this dinner cruise was top notch. The dining was elegant and the food delicious. The lights in the evening are magical. Very memorable birthday celebration.
Jeanette_R, Jun 2026
The staff were friendly and tried their best but even though I gave two months notice my dietary requirements were catered for for the entire meal.
Anju_G, Jun 2026
The perfect first evening in Budapest!. It was romantic with the mesmerizing view of the historic landmarks of the city. The food was delicious and the live music was cherry on the top. Enjoyed every moment of it.
Alexander_K, Jun 2026
Really phenomenal value for this experience. Food, music, and general vibes were awesome! We were seated on the upper deck and the view was great.
Dawn_R, Jun 2026
Wonderful food. Great service.
BUT we were on the upper floor where it was impossible to hear the entertainment.
Luck the magical sights of Budapest made up for the disappointment
karmazinas, Jun 2026
You get one beer or glass of wine after that you get charged for every drink including water. It’s a fantastic dinner and very romantic.
Fredric_A, Jun 2026
Such a wonderful experience, including best service, food quality and visual charm with so many lighted landmarks. We had already been on two river cruises but the food and service on this cruise made all the difference. Would do it again just for the food and service!
CheriL_B, Jun 2026
It was very nice. We were very happy that we were able to see the beautiful buildings all lit up, especially The Parliament building. Crew were nice.
Shamim_N, Jun 2026
The experience was calm and there was live music throughout. The staff were lovely, the food was amazing and so were the views from the cruise!
Claire_M, Jun 2026
If I had to do this again, I would not do the dinner portion. The food was mediocre, and service was so slow. Simple requests like water or another drink took 20-30 minutes to get. The views are beautiful and the best way to see the city.
Keith_F, Jun 2026
Gorgeous evening. Everything was so well organised. The food was great as was the service. The band was not intrusive and the scenery was fabulous. What's not to like....
Julie_H, Jun 2026
Amazing trip, staff were lovely and attentive, food was amazing, and seeing Budapest at night was the highlight. We requested an upper level table which was perfect for the views, we were celebrating our wedding anniversary and in addition to the welcome drink, Fanni presented us with an additional glass at the end of the meal. Thoroughly recommend!
Sarah_C, Jun 2026
Easy to find, great location. Lovely food, service well timed between courses. Waiting area available if early. Waiting staff friendly & helpful. Highly recommend. We both enjoyed this experience
Michele_R, Jun 2026
Truly spectacular seeing Budapest lit up at night from the river. The service and food made the night an unforgettable experience.
Louise_N, Jun 2026
What a fabulous relaxing cruise to start our time in this lovely city! When it went dark- wow!!!
Nice music, calm river, fabulous food and awesome company! Thanks from us all !
AnnaLiezl_P, Jun 2026
The cruise was the highlight of our trip. A must do while in Budapest, truly a memorable experience.
Rita_C, Jun 2026
Excellent overall. Food was delicious. Highly recommend this dinner cruise. Could be an hour longer to properly digest the food
kenneth_b, Jun 2026
Staff friendly and helpful. Food was very nice. Music was good. A beautiful way to see a beautiful city.
Justin_G, Jun 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Budapest.
The boat was modern, comfortable, and far less crowded than I expected. We booked the candlelit dinner cruise and it ended up being a fantastic way to experience the city after dark. The food was good, the service was attentive, and the live music added to the atmosphere without feeling overwhelming.
The real star of the evening, however, is Budapest itself.
Seeing the Parliament Building illuminated from the Danube is something every visitor should experience at least once. As the boat moved along the river, we were treated to incredible views of Buda Castle, the Chain Bridge, Gellért Hill, and the city’s skyline. The entire waterfront felt like a movie set.
What I appreciated most was the pace. There was no rushing, no crowded tour groups, and no pressure to move from place to place. It was simply a relaxing evening with great views, good food, and a unique perspective of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities.
If you’re visiting Budapest and trying to decide whether a Danube dinner cruise is worth it, my answer is absolutely yes. We left with some of our favorite memories and photos from the entire trip.
Highly recommended.
Kerry_S, May 2026
There was no narration of the sites we were seeing on the river. The food was fair to good, but the service was slow.
John_P, May 2026
Did this cruise first evening in Budapest and it was a wonderful way to orient ourselves to the beautiful city. The music and food were great
From $128.27
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Compare Similar Experiences
Current
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
1,936
2 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
From
$128.27
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Attractions in Budapest, Hungary
- Gellért Hill (Gellert-Hegy) Tours & Tickets
- Budapest Pinball Museum Tours & Tickets
- Vörösmarty Square (Vörösmarty Tér) Tours & Tickets
- Rumbach Street Synagogue (Rumbach Zsinagóga) Tours & Tickets
- Heroes' Square (Hosök Tere) Tours & Tickets
- Hungarian Jewish Museum and Archives (Magyar Zsidó Múzeum és Levéltár) Tours & Tickets
- Gellért Thermal Bath and Spa Tours & Tickets
- Dohány Street Synagogue Tours & Tickets
- Central Market Hall (Nagycsarnok) Tours & Tickets
- House of Parliament (Országház) Tours & Tickets
- Hungarian National Museum (Magyar Nemzeti Múzeum) Tours & Tickets
- Fisherman’s Bastion (Halaszbastya) Tours & Tickets
- Matthias Church (Mátyás Templom) Tours & Tickets
- Hungarian Academy of Sciences Tours & Tickets
More attractions near Budapest, Hungary
- House of Parliament (Országház) Tours & Tickets
- Buda Castle (Budai Vár) Tours & Tickets
- Budapest Danube River Tours & Tickets
- Széchenyi Thermal Baths (Széchenyi Gyógyfürdo) Tours & Tickets
- Chain Bridge (Széchenyi Lanchid) Tours & Tickets
- Fisherman’s Bastion (Halaszbastya) Tours & Tickets
- Matthias Church (Mátyás Templom) Tours & Tickets