SightseeingFamily-friendly
Danube River Cruise in Budapest
Parliament, Buda Castle and the Chain Bridge in one hour, seen from the water. A quick loop by day, a lit-up panorama by night.
from about €14 (daytime cruise); dinner cruises cost more
Etyek Wine Tour – wine country 30 minutes from Budapest
Cellars, sparkling wine and vineyard views: Etyek is known as Budapest's vineyard. Go on a half-day tour or on your own.
- Meeting point
- Etyek, about 30 km from Budapest (tours pick up in the centre)
- Duration
- 4–5 hours (half-day tour)
- Price
- half-day guided tours from about €90
- Season
- Year-round, best from spring to autumn; harvest events in the fall.
Etyek is the heart of the Etyek-Buda wine region, known for crisp whites and sparkling wines. Wineries welcome visitors at weekends, and several have restaurants.
A guided tour solves the driving problem. Staying in the city? A wine-tasting river cruise is a good alternative.
More options
Official site: webetyek.hu
Tips
- •Eat well before tasting.
- •Ask how many wineries and wines are included.
- •On summer weekends, look out for the Etyek Picnic events.
FAQ
How do I get to Etyek without a car?
There are regional buses from Budapest, but a guided tour or taxi is far easier.
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