The 8 Best Dinner Cruises in Budapest

1.Danube River Cruise with Dinner and Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,471 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $53Our pick

Spend 90 minutes aboard the historic Gróf Széchenyi paddle steamer, passing Parliament, Buda Castle, Chain Bridge, and Gellért Hill. Choose goulash with fresh lángos or a self-service buffet, then enjoy live Hungarian music, dancing, and one Prosecco or juice.

“A very enjoyable gentle cruise down the river with great entertainment and delicious food. The musicians were the highlight of the night.”

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2.Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Folk Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,090 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $93

Cruise Budapest’s Danube at night aboard a historical ship, with a warm Hungarian buffet, welcome drink, live music from three Rajkó Folk Orchestra musicians, a cimbalom performance, and folk dancing. You’ll sail from Akadémia dock 2 past Parliament, Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, and Gellért Hill.

“food was delicious, amazing performance and stunning views. Definitely worth the money.”

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3.Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,770 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $133

Spend an evening on the Danube with a four-course dinner, welcome wine, beer, or champagne, and live music aboard a clean, comfortable boat. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame Budapest’s illuminated bridges and buildings. The cruise returns to Jane Haining rakpart and suits couples, families, and anyone wanting dinner with city views.

“Great trip with delicious food! Staff was on the ball and lovely sightseeing at night. So glad we went !”

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4.Prosecco Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,299 reviews · from $103

Board Silverline Cruises at Dock 11 beside Elizabeth Bridge for a two-hour Danube dinner cruise. Expect four courses, one welcome Prosecco, live music, and either Hungarian folk dancing or piano entertainment, with views of Parliament, Buda Castle, Chain Bridge, and more.

“Food was great, entertainment was excellent, and the serving staff were very friendly. I felt bad as I had no cash to tip the performers though, so thought I would mention that.”

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5.Evening Cruise with 4-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 635 reviews · from $87

Cruise central Budapest for two hours at sunset and after dark while enjoying a four-course dinner and welcome Prosecco. Silverline Cruises passes Parliament, Buda Castle, Chain Bridge, Margaret Island, and Gellért Hill, with live music on many departures and no hotel transfer included.

“Great dinner, views, and entertainment. We bought the 3 course with window seat package. Thought we would perhaps buy the drink package as well, but al la cart pricing for drinks was better selection and very affordable. All seats were by the window so didn't need to purchase that upgrade (two rows of tables all by the window). The duck confit was amazing! Loved the pianists and singer. Lovely romantic river cruise, would highly recommend!”

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6.4 Course Dinner Cruise with Operetta, Folk Show and Welcome Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 272 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

Board at Jane Haining rakpart at 7 p.m. for a roughly two-hour Danube cruise with a welcome drink, four-course dinner and live Hungarian music, operetta and folk dancing. You will pass Parliament, the bridges, Buda Castle and Gellért Hill, with vegetarian dining available by request.

“The dancers were the best, i like how they got the audience involved. Plus the view at night was amazing. The food was delicious, but I felt the portions were too small. Plus the location is easy to access even using the transit system.”

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7.Budapest 4 course Dinner Cruise with Bar Piano and Welcome Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 244 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

Settle aboard a Silverline Cruises boat at 7 p.m. for a two-hour Danube cruise with a fresh four-course dinner, welcome drink, piano entertainment, and Budapest’s illuminated bridges and landmarks. Vegetarian meals are available, while drinks beyond the welcome drink cost extra.

“My husband and I really enjoyed the entertainment on the cruise. Boarding was easy and we were offered our welcome drinks. Unfortunately I did not enjoy the food . I ordered the Pork but it was very dry. My husband ordered the duck but it was too salty. The soup and dessert were okay. I felt they needed more servers, although our server was good I could see she got overwhelmed towards the end of the cruise.”

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8.Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 153 reviews · from $113

Spend 2.5 hours aboard the River Diva, cruising past Parliament and Liberty Bridge with live music, chef Pál Tóth’s dinner or a rooftop BBQ, and unlimited cocktails, wine, beer, Prosecco, spirits, and soft drinks.

“Amazing boat and everything else. Great New Year experience”

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