BUDAPEST
The best of it, both banks of the Danube.
The 15 most popular dining experiences in Budapest. The ones worth building an afternoon around, with prices, run times and who you book through.
Budapest Danube night cruise with live folk music, folklore dancing, and buffet dinner by lit Parliament and Buda Castle.
Most Popular“We got there 30 minutes early and got the best table near both the entertainment and the windows. Would highly recommend this.”
90-minute Danube cruise in Budapest with goulash soup, fresh lángos, Prosecco (or juice), and live music and dancers by Parliament lights.
Budapest Danube candlelit dinner cruise with live music, a 4-course meal, and prime night views of Parliament and bridges.
Budapest Danube dinner cruise with live music, Hungarian folk dance, unlimited buffet, and sparkling night views of major landmarks.
Budapest Danube candlelit dinner cruise with live music, floor-to-ceiling views, and a 4-course meal plus a welcome drink.
“Well organized. Food selection and preparation were excellent. The staff was professional and timely.”
Budapest Prosecco dinner cruise with 4-course dinner, live music, and night views of Parliament and Buda Castle on the Danube.
“The food was excellent, and the entertainment was excellent, couldn’t fault it very happy😊👍”
Danube night cruise with a welcome drink, champagne tasting, and 4-course dinner plus live Hungarian folklore and traditional music.
“Quality vessel and great service and food. We were fortunate to have good weather.”
Budapest Danube evening cruise with a 4-course dinner on Silverline Cruises, timed for sunset lights and onboard music.
“Nice course of dishes, spectacular views, accompanied by beautiful music”
Medieval tavern dinner in Budapest with a welcome shot, 0.5L beer, and a lively show of swords, juggling, and belly dancing.
“The service was amazing, the staff were dressed in theme & the restaurant was set out really well and fitted the theme. The show wasn’t as good as one I’d seen in Prague a few days earlier but the food & everything else about it certainly made up for this. I could not recommend it…”
Rajkó Folk Ensemble in Budapest: 2-act folk dance concert with dinner or drinks at Hungarian Gastro Cellar. From $22.
“The food, the drinks, the show and overall the service was amazing. It was a wonderful experience. Definitely would recommend. 👍🏻”
Budapest Danube 4-course dinner cruise with operetta and folk show, a welcome drink, and night views past Parliament and the bridges.
“We really enjoyed the experience - food and service was very good and there are choices of menu options. Good selection of wines, beers and cocktails (all extra cost and not included). The Hungarian band were playing classical music, some very famous pieces (The Blue Danube of course!) and some local Hungarian folk music along…”
Budapest 4-course Danube dinner cruise with live piano, welcome drink, and lit-up bridges. Pass Parliament and the Castle District at night.
“Nice ride. Even it was just going around a lot of times to the same probably 1mile max. The food was not so eatable, and there were not 4courses but just 3. Couldn’t eat any of the dishes and saw in other tables that was more or less same feeling.”
2.5-hour Danube dinner or BBQ cruise with live music, chef-prepared food, and unlimited drinks, plus big Budapest landmark views.
“The Ship looked new. There was a good selection of different food on offer which was a buffet and should cater for must tastes. We were offered a glass of fizz on arrival and then given a choice of wine or beer throughout the cruise. There was a lady playing a violin in the background…”
Skip the line at Széchenyi Thermal Baths, then cruise the Danube at night with live folk music and optional buffet dinner.
“Thermal bath is a little dirty inside the buildings Cruise dinner was perfect, good food, beautiful live music, and nice views.”
A private Budapest home dinner with a Hungarian family: pickup, a three-course meal with wine, and real conversation away from tourist spots.
“We had an amazing time with our hosts! Our guide and hosts were absolutely amazing! So friendly and interesting! The food was amazing and awesome to learn about the history and culture of locals. Highly recommend!!”
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