Big Bus Budapest in front of Museum of Fine Arts and Buda Castle across the Danube River.
Budapest Big Bus tour near the funicular, with passengers enjoying the view.
Open-top bus tour in Budapest with view of the Danube River and city landmarks.
Couple with map enjoying view of Budapest Parliament building.
Budapest river cruise with cityscape view, including historic buildings and boats on the Danube.
Budapest Big Bus passing by colorful flower beds near Elizabeth Bridge.
Tourists enjoying Budapest Big Bus tour near Hungarian Parliament and Danube River.

Combo: Budapest Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Danube River Cruise

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Explore Budapest's long history and culture with the Combo: Budapest Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Danube River Cruise in Hungary. This experience allows you to dive into iconic locations like Chain Bridge, Heroes’ Square, Matthias Church, and Parliament using a convenient Red Route that starts at 9 am from stop #1 (Basilica) and ends at 5 pm with buses running every 10-20 minutes. You can join the tour at any of its stops for as long as your ticket lasts.

Explore Budapest with a Combo: Budapest Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Danue River Cruise. The Red Route includes 20 stops such as Heroes' Square and Chain Bridge for an enriching journey.

Experience onboard perks like free Wi-Fi, open-deck views that are truly spectacular, and audio guides available in 16 languages to enhance your cultural experience of Budapest.

Take a cruise along the Danube River for stunning perspectives on landmarks including the Parliament Building, National Theatre, and Royal Palace. These famous sights offer memorable vistas.

Listen to an engaging audio guide in 8 different languages while cruising past Budapest’s major attractions, gaining insightful fun facts about each site.

Did you know that Johann Strauss II composed his famous waltz 'The Blue Danube' inspired by the river? Interestingly enough, it's not blue at all.

Entry to the Budapest Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour for one day, unlimited use

Access granted to Red Route, Please visit First Bus and Last Bus stops on schedule.

Ticket includes a 60-minute guided walking tour conducted in English

Use of an audio guide available in multiple languages: English, German, Hungarian, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Polish, Swedish, Korean, Greek, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Dutch & Portuguese

Free Wi-Fi and headphones provided for the duration of your visit

One mobile app featuring a detailed map with live bus tracking capabilities on Route Red.

Covers a 60-minute cruise along the Danube River

Includes an audio guide available in eight languages

Individual Costs

Big Bus Budapest in front of Museum of Fine Arts and Buda Castle across the Danube River.

Big Bus Budapest in front of Museum of Fine Arts and Buda Castle across the Danube River.

Your Experience in Budapest

Budapest HOHO Tour

Explore the Red Route and explore Budapest’s long history. Your audio guide, available in 16 languages, enhances your journey.

  • First Bus: Departs at 9am from stop #1 (Basilica)
  • Last Bus: Leaves at 5pm from stop #1 (Basilica)
  • Frequency: Every 10-20 minutes
  • Popular Stops: Chain Bridge, Heroes’ Square, Matthias Church, Parliament

To view a detailed route map and boarding points, please click here.

You have the flexibility to join a tour at any stop and hop on or off throughout your ticket's validity.

Danube River Cruise

Sail along Budapest’s famous sights, including the grand Hungarian Parliament and Széchenyi Chain Bridge that span the Danube. Enjoy a 60-minute cruise to witness these landmarks in all their splendor.

  • First Cruise: Departs at 11am from dock 6 (Pesti alsó rkp. 8, 1052 Budapest, near stop #13)
  • Last Cruise: Leaves at 5pm from the same location
  • Frequency: Every hour on the dot

The cruise offers a perfect blend of sightseeing and leisure, lasting exactly one hour.

Budapest Big Bus tour near the funicular, with passengers enjoying the view.

Budapest Big Bus tour near the funicular, with passengers enjoying the view.

Open-top bus tour in Budapest with view of the Danube River and city landmarks.

Open-top bus tour in Budapest with view of the Danube River and city landmarks.

Couple with map enjoying view of Budapest Parliament building.

Couple with map enjoying view of Budapest Parliament building.

Pets Policy

  • Cruise restrictions prevent pets from joining the Danube River cruise.

Accessibility on Buses

Budapest HOHO

  • The buses accommodate wheelchairs for accessibility.

Pet Guidelines and Additional Information

Budapest HOHO

  • Closed baskets, cages, or pet carriers are permitted on the buses for pets only.

Danube River Cruise Details

  • The hop-on hop-off ticket includes Danube River cruises throughout its validity period.
  • A minimum of 10 passengers is needed to operate a cruise.
  • Pass holders can enjoy Danube River cruises until 5pm. Cruises after this time incur an additional charge of 2,000 HUF.
Budapest river cruise with cityscape view, including historic buildings and boats on the Danube.

Budapest river cruise with cityscape view, including historic buildings and boats on the Danube.

Budapest Big Bus passing by colorful flower beds near Elizabeth Bridge.

Budapest Big Bus passing by colorful flower beds near Elizabeth Bridge.

Plan ahead and activate any necessary passes on your phone for quick entry when you arrive at Budapest's attractions.

To make the most of your visit during peak season, consider booking your slots in advance to avoid sold-out sessions.

If interested in exploring multiple stops efficiently, start with the furthest one and work your way back towards central locations like Heroes' Square or Chain Bridge.

For convenience, take advantage of wheelchair accessibility on Budapest HOHO buses when planning visits around Red Route attractions.

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FAQs

Popular stops along the Red Route include Chain Bridge, Heroes’ Square, Matthias Church, and Parliament.
Pets cannot accompany you on the Danube River cruise due to cruise restrictions. However, they are welcome on the buses if kept in closed baskets, cages, or carriers.
The first bus departs at 9 am from stop #1, which is located near the Basilica.
Johann Strauss II composed his famous waltz 'The Blue Danube' inspired by this river, although it is not actually blue in color.
A one-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus ticket includes access to the Red Route, a 60-minute guided walking tour in English, free Wi-Fi and headphones on board, an audio guide in multiple languages, and a mobile app featuring a detailed map and live bus tracking.
Yes, the buses are wheelchair accessible to accommodate travelers with mobility needs.
During the Danube River cruise, you'll sail past famous sights like the Hungarian Parliament and Széchenyi Chain Bridge.
The audio guides are available in English, German, Hungarian, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Polish, Swedish, Korean, Greek, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Dutch, and Portuguese.
Yes, free Wi-Fi is provided onboard both the buses for the hop-on hop-off tour and during the Danube River cruise.
Buses on the Red Route operate every 10 to 20 minutes.

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