Boat tours in Budapest
Budapest looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are May to September, with highs around 78°F (25°C) and about 7 rainy days a month.
Photo: Thomas Depenbusch (Depi) from Cologne, Germany, CC BY 2.0
Top boat tours in Budapest
Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome DrinkFrom $14View 
Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Night Cruise with DrinkFrom $29View 
Bright Lights of Budapest Night Tour with Boat Cruise and WineFrom $109View 
Budapest: 3-Hour Live-guided Bus Tour and 1-hour River CruiseFrom $62View 
Budapest Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Unlimited DrinksFrom $113View 
Budapest Danube Cruise and Dinner Options, Live Music and DanceFrom $56View
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Local operators and places
Names that come up for boat tours in Budapest:
- Theater Boat Service to the Margaret Island
How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Budapest month by month
Averages for Pestszentlőrinc, Budapest, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 37 (3) | 42 (6) | 52 (11) | 64 (18) | 73 (23) | 79 (26) | 83 (28) | 82 (28) | 73 (23) | 62 (16) | 49 (9) | 38 (4) |
| Low °F (°C) | 28 (-2) | 30 (-1) | 36 (2) | 45 (7) | 53 (12) | 59 (15) | 62 (17) | 62 (17) | 54 (12) | 45 (7) | 38 (3) | 29 (-1) |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:19 pm | 5:06 pm | 5:48 pm | 7:32 pm | 8:13 pm | 8:42 pm | 8:37 pm | 7:57 pm | 6:57 pm | 5:57 pm | 4:08 pm | 3:53 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Budapest?
May to September. Expect highs around 78°F (25°C) and about 7 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and November.
What time is sunset in Budapest?
Sunset comes earliest in December, around 3:53 pm, and latest in June, around 8:42 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Budapest?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
