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Budapest: 3-Hour Live-guided Bus Tour + 1-hour River Cruise

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See the best of the Hungarian capital on a bus tour with a live guide and an unforgettable 1-hour river cruise.

Get to see beautiful Budapest and its magnificent sights from land and water, without the hassle of walking through the crowds.

Your tour begins with a 3-hour Grand City Tour of Budapest. You will pass by the iconic Parliament building before crossing the Danube River by the Margaret Bridge. The bus will take you to the Castle area on the Buda side. Here you will enjoy a short walk to the Fisherman’s Bastion and the exterior of Matthias Church, the Presidental Palace and the Castle courts.

Next, the bus will take you across the Elizabeth Bridge to Heroes’ Square. Pass by the Opera and St. Stephen’s Basilica on the way back to the EUrama office where the bus tour ends in order to start the Danube cruise experience.The Boat tour starts downtown at the Vigadó Square-MAHART dock 6 terminal and takes 1 hour, guests may choose from several departure times.

What's Included

  • Castle walk
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1-hour river cruise
  • • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Budapest
Apáczai Csere János utca, 1051 Hungary

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Budapest
Budapest Batthyány tér - Budapest Vigadó tér, 1051 Hungary

Dock. no 6 MAHART terminal

What To Expect

Heroes' Square

The central feature of Heroes' Square, as well as a landmark of Budapest, is the Millennium Memorial.Hungary, noted for its iconic statue complex featuring the Seven chieftains of the Magyars and other important Hungarian national leaders, as well as the Memorial Stone of Heroes, often erroneously referred as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Bastion

The Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is one of the best known monuments in Budapest, located in the Buda Castle, in the 1st district of Budapest. It is one of the most important tourist attractions due to the unique panorama of Budapest from the Neo-Romanesque lookout terraces. The Fishermen's Bastion's main façade, parallel to the Danube, is approximately 140 meters long, of which the southern aisle is about 40 meters long, the north is 65 meters long, and the ornate central parapet is 35 meters long. Its seven high-pitched stone towers symbolize the seven chieftains of the Hungarians who founded Hungary in 895.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian Parliament Building (Pass By)

The Hungarian Parliament Building, which translates to House of the Country or House of the Nation, also known as the Parliament of Budapest after its location, is the seat of the National Assembly of Hungary, a notable landmark of Hungary and a popular tourist destination in Budapest. It is situated in Kossuth Square, in the Pest side of the city and on the banks of the Danube. It is currently the largest building in Hungary.It was designed by Hungarian architect Imre Steindl in neo-Gothic style and opened in 1902.
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Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz (Pass By)

The Hungarian State Opera House (Hungarian: Magyar Állami Operaház) is a neo-Renaissance opera house located in central Budapest, on Andrássy út. Originally known as the Hungarian Royal Opera House, it was designed by Miklós Ybl, a major figure of 19th-century Hungarian architecture. Construction began in 1875, funded by the city of Budapest and by Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary, and the new house opened to the public on the 27 September 1884. Before the closure of the "Népszínház" in Budapest, it was the third largest opera building in the city; today it is the second largest opera house in Budapest and in Hungary.
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St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika) (Pass By)

St. Stephen's Basilica is a Roman Catholic basilica in Budapest, Hungary. It is named in honour of Stephen, the first King of Hungary (c 975–1038), whose right hand is housed in the reliquary. It was the sixth largest church building in Hungary before 1920. Since the renaming of the primatial see, it's the co-cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Esztergom-Budapest. Today, it is the third largest church building in present-day Hungary.
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Budapest

- Boat starts from Dock no.6 (MAHART) - 1 hour Danube river cruise, guests may choose from more departures
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Budapest: 3-Hour Live-guided Bus Tour + 1-hour River Cruise?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.21 out of 5 stars based on 116 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: Will I get seasick on Budapest: 3-Hour Live-guided Bus Tour + 1-hour River Cruise?
A:

If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Budapest: 3-Hour Live-guided Bus Tour + 1-hour River Cruise?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Castle walk.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • 1-hour river cruise.
  • Live-guided tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • • Hotel pick-up and drop off.
  • • Food and drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Budapest: 3-Hour Live-guided Bus Tour + 1-hour River Cruise is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Budapest: 3-Hour Live-guided Bus Tour + 1-hour River Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Castle walk
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1-hour river cruise
  • Live-guided tour
  • • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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