It’s no coincidence that Budapest is known as the Queen of the Danube. The river that runs through the heart of the capital provides the opportunity to admire the Parliament and Chain Bridge from an entirely new perspective. Many visitors arrive in the city by river, yet if this isn’t the case for you, it’s definitely worth navigating the river for a few hours.

RiverRide is the favorite sightseeing vehicle for families on vacation. Simply get on a bus in Széchenyi square, which takes you on a tour of the most beautiful sights in Budapest, before taking a plunge and drifting down the Danube in the vehicle. The specially-designed “amphibious” buses provide guided tours in 7 different languages. Choosing this option makes sightseeing a real adventure for children, whilst Budapest Card owners receive a 10% discount on the ticket price.

The Duna Bella and Dunai Legenda sightseeing boats, embarking from Vigadó tér, offer visitors a welcome drink and guided tours in 30 different languages. During daytime sightseeing boat trips, you have a chance to disembark and go for a stroll on Margaret Island, whilst evening trips offer the possibility of taking in the breathtaking sights of the illuminated nighttime Budapest skyline. Whatever your choice, you will receive a 25% discount with your Budapest Card.

Danube boat trips offer an even more satisfying experience when complemented by a lunch. The Lunch & Cruise offers a buffet table lunch for sightseeing visitors while taking in spectacular panoramic views of Budapest. While enjoying delicious dishes from our master chef, the sightseeing boat glides along the waves of the river and passes under six bridges in the capital city, allowing you to take in the full beauty of the ramparts. Should you be interested in this particular sightseeing boat trip, it’s worth getting a Budapest Card before purchasing your ticket, and benefiting from the 10% discount.

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