Szechenyi Baths in Budapest is one of the best and largest spa baths in Europe with its 15 indoor baths and 3 grand outdoor pools, saunas, steam rooms and even a rooftop spa greenhouse. Come and visit Europe’s beloved bath complex in a historical building.
Please note that entry to Szechenyi Bath will only be permitted for guests aged 14 and above. 14 year old children may need photo ID to prove eligibility. Please note that children under the age of 14 may visit Szechenyi Thermal Bath only with a valid medical certificate. We appreciate your kind cooperation.
Several Days are fully booked up online in Szechenyi Bath in the summer (June – July – Aug and at Christmas): Why not try Rudas Bath or Palatinus Bath on Margaret Island for a blissful relaxation? Bathe & Dine packages are still pre-bookable for December & January via Rudas Bath & Bistro Booking. Pre-booking recommended as Rudas Bistro overviews the River Danube and the Bath is very popular. Rudas boasts over 10 pools, 20m swimming pool, rooftop pool with river view, several thermal pools, including a 16th century Turkish octagonal pool.
Rentals: rental services are only included in the Szechenyi Bath Exclusive Packages: Full Day Ticket, Cabin, Rooftop Relaxation Zone, Towel Rental, Bath Robe Rental, Slippers, Teas, Fruits, Cocktail- Book the Palm House DaySpalm package in Szechenyi Bath accessing the glass covered rooftop Palm House relaxation zone, including special rental services with Bath Kit and optional Hotel pick up as well as a Cocktail, Teas and Fruits.
Szechenyi Baths & Pool: Fun Place, Fine Palace
Szechenyi Baths (built in 1913) is the most visited and much praised attraction in Budapest: relaxing, fun, affordable and, in the evenings, romantic. In addition to the marvellous medicinal natural hot spring waters in the 18 pools, there are over 6 saunas / steam cabins, several massage therapies, facial treatments, and more. Before making a visit, please check if the FAQ has a reply to your questions.
Szechenyi Bath is in the biggest green park of Budapest, in the beautiful City Park, close to a bunch of Budapest attractions. The Neo-baroque palace was specifically built for hosting Szechenyi Baths as Hungary has been the country of baths (and Budapest the City of Baths) for many centuries.
The history of thermal bathing starts with the Roman settlers who built the first spa baths (Aquincum was the Roman’s settlement in today’s ‘old Buda’ district. Then, through the 16th century, Turkish occupiers built many of the famous and revived Turkish baths in Budapest. The 19-21st century even grew further in popularity, promoting natural medical trends where aqua therapies and their beneficial effects attracted hundreds of thousands to thermal spas all over Hungary. The beautiful building of Szechenyi Bath is the design of Gyozo Czigler (Győző Czigler) who started to build Szechenyi Furdo in 1909. As an exciting contrast, these days the bath welcomes thousands of young people to a dazzling laser disco with throbbing vibrations to enjoy an ultimate bath party almost every Saturday night.
Come and enjoy your time in Budapest in Szechenyi Bath, in a beautiful, richly decorated palace. The perfect place to chill out, to get to know locals, make business deals and fall in love. If you are interested in learning more about Budapest baths, explore some more on Baths Budapest.
Szechenyi Spa & Baths on Budapest Tourist Map
Last updated on Jan, 2026
Hi we are a family of four, two adults and two children age 12 and 10, how many tickets do we have to get? Thanks for your advise.
Hello Eva,
unfortunately, there are no children or student tickets at Szechenyi Spa Baths.
You can buy 4 full-price adult tickets.
As the thermal water is not recommended for children, please follow the link below for more details:
https://szechenyibath.com/can-children-go-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
Enjoy your stay in Budapest!
Hello
We are planning to visit your baths on April 14 or 15 but have read that some of the baths are not open. Could you let us know if any of the baths are closed and which ones?
Many thanks
Hello Kelly,
only 1 thermal pool is maintained, so you can use the other 17 available pools.
Please note, that the massages are sold out for that dates.
Have a lovely time at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hello,
I would like to visit the Baths on Saturday 15/04, and I’m wondering if I can buy a ticket on arrival? Or they can be silt out as well? I don’t want massage only pools :)
Thank in advance for prompt reply
Hello Magda,
you can purchase your ticket on the spot at the cashiers as well, however, we recommend the online tickets, as you can skip the main queue.
As we are expecting a lot of guests, please be advised that the waiting time can be 30-60 minutes, even with the Fast Track Tickets.
Have a nice stay in Budapest!
I am a single person wishing to enjoy your baths. If I have a cabin is it safe to leave a camera in while I go in the water?
Hello Michael,
The cabin is like a tiny room, or cubicle, where you can change and leave your belongings. The door of the cabin has a unique chip code lock, which opens and closes with a special waterproof bracelet: in fact, with the chip incorporated in the wristband bath entry provided at the bath.
Please make sure that your door is locked with the silicon wristband before leaving the cabin. As you are wearing the band all the times, it is quite secure if you make sure that the door is not left open. Please do make sure. Unfortunately, there is no insurance for the cabins, so if you wish to buy a safe, you need to pay for it at the cashier.
Have a nice stay in Budapest!
If there are two guests that are sharing a cabin do i need to buy 2 tickets? or can one person purhcase a cabin ticket and the other use the cabin?
Hello Haley,
thank you for contacting us.
The tickets to the bath can be purchased with ‘cabin use’, or with lockers, that is there are no plain tickets without a locker or a cabin.
The cabin comfortably accommodates one person, so if you are a couple it might seem a bit tight, but you can take turns in getting changed (of course, the same applies to families or smaller groups too).
I would suggest to buy one ticket with a cabin and one with a locker.
To buy your fast track tickets, please follow:
https://szechenyibath.com/booking/
Have a lovely time in Szechenyi Baths Budapest.
Dear,
I would like to know if the spa is open on easter, 16th April, Monday 17th April and Tuesday 18th April?
Thank you!
Hello Ellen,
thank you for contacting us.
Easter is a public holiday in Hungary, which will not affect the opening hours of Szechenyi Baths: the thermal bath will be open as on Sundays. Opening hours:
Outdoor pools: from 6 am to 10 pm
Indoor pools, saunas and steam rooms: from 6 am to 7 pm
Help Desk to check in with online fast track tickets: 9 am – 6 pm
Drinking well: closed
The ticket prices of Szechenyi Baths will be weekend prices (as on Sundays).
To buy your fast track tickets, please follow:
https://szechenyibath.com/booking/
Have a lovely time in Szechenyi Baths Budapest.