The Chain Bridge over the Danube river by night
The Danube river is the second-longest river in Europe after the Volga in Russia. One of the best way to see the city is a river cruise. The views of the city’s riverside attractions including its World Heritage sites are breathtaking both during the day and at night.
At any time of the year suggestive river cruises are organized but most travel experts agree that the best times to take a Danube cruise are spring (April and May) and autumn ( September and October) when temperature are milder and it is not too cold or too hot.
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Best Danube river Tours
Tickets for Budapest RiverRide: Floating Bus Experience
/5By land and water - this is the most fun way to see the Pearl of the Danube
As low as
€26.00
on Tiqets.com
Budapest: Daytime Sightseeing Boat Cruise
/5Enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour of Budapest on a Danube River cruise, taking in the landmarks and monuments on both shores. Hear about the attractions you pass from a multilingual audio guide and sip your favorite beverage along the way.
As low as
€13.50
on GetYourGuide.com
Budapest: Nighttime Sightseeing Cruise
/5See the dazzling sights of Budapest from the River Danube at night on this sightseeing cruise. Admire Budapest's most famous bridges, take in panoramic views of the city, and enjoy a welcome drink.
As low as
€12
on GetYourGuide.com
Budapest: 4-Hour Guided Bus Tour with River Cruise
/5See the best of the Hungarian capital on a bus tour with a live guide and an unforgettable 55-minute river cruise. Get to see beautiful Budapest and its magnificent sights from land and water, without the hassle of walking through the crowds.
As low as
€36
on GetYourGuide.com
What is thew Danube River famous for?
The Danube is the second-longest river in Europe, after the Volga in Russia. It flows through much of Central and Southeastern Europe, from the Black Forest into the Black Sea. the Danube flows southeast for 2,850 km (1,770 mi), passing through or bordering Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine before draining into the Black Sea.
The Danube divides Budapest into two parts. Is there a difference between Buda and Pest?
Buda is the historic centre made up of wonderful palaces, castles and monuments, which collect in them the history of the city. Pest is the modern part where the population is concentrated, also rich in great beauty.
General informations
Useful information for your visit to the Danube River.
Location
The river crosses the city of Budapest and divided it in two parts.
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