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.
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Several Days are fully booked up online in Szechenyi Bath in the summer (June – July – Aug and at Christmas): Why not try Gellert Spa or Rudas Bath 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 Package: Full Day Ticket, Cabin, Rooftop Spa, Towel Rental, Bath Robe Rental, Slippers, Teas, Fruits, Cocktail- Book the 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.
Oct 14 – 25, 2024: one outdoor thermal pool (38°C) under maintenance. 2 other open air pools open (one with whirlpool), plus over 10 indoor pools.
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
BOOKINGLast updated on Oct 11, 2024
Hey I wonder the opening hour on Dec 28th. Besides, can I go to the ticket office tomorrow to buy the tickets on Dec 28th? Thank you so much!
hello what are the times for 1st january,2020
Dear Jane,
Please find the opening times here: https://szechenyibath.com/szechenyi-bath-new-years-eve-and-new-years-day-opening-hours/
Have a great day.
Hello, I plan to visit the thermal baths on Dec 26. Im already aware that i have to be early to buu the tickets on first come first served base.
However, is it possible to buy the ticket in the morning and go back later in the afternoon to enter the place?
Thank you very much
Dear Pedro,
Unfortunately, there will be no fast track entries or cabins (changing cubicles) sold during the upcoming Winter Holiday Season (between Dec 24, 2019 – Jan 7, 2020) based on a managerial decision. Please note that the baths will be open, however, we kindly suggest that you go there early because tickets/massages will be sold on the spot on the first-come-first-served basis.
Unfortunately, entry tickets are single passes, once you entered the baths you cannot leave the building and go back later on with the same ticket.
Festive guides recommended during the month of Dec:
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Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.
Hello,
I am just checking our reservation for the 30th December 2019. Booking reference 3443741202201780227 in the name of MANNIEZ.
We should have a Private Spa in Superior room package for 2 people. Please could you confirm that is the case.
Dear Jason,
Thank you for your comment.
We would like to kindly inform you that the purchase of your online ticket took place via an official third party reseller of Szechenyi Bath, who are working through Hungaria Koncert Ltd. placing a valid reservation at the baths.
We would like to kindly ask you to contact them directly at frontoffice@hungariagroup.com.
In the meantime, please also check the junk folder of your mailbox, to make sure the confirmation email did not end up there.
Thank you for your kind cooperation.
Hello!
Myself and my family are hoping to visit tomorrow afternoon. I am aware that we will not be able to pre-book tickets, but just wondering if you have an idea of how busy it may be / how long queues usually are at this time of year?
Just regular tickets and towel hire – we will not be purchasing massages or other treatments.
Thanks
Emma
Hello Emma,
Thank you for your question.
The bath is very popular during the Festive Season so it is kindly recommended to get there early because tickets are sold on first-come-fist-served basis
Details about towel rental can be read by clicking this link: https://szechenyibath.com/szechenyi-baths-towel-rental/
We wish you a wonderful time at the baths in Budapest!
Good afternoon
We pretende to visit next mondar 28/12.
However, on-line its only possible to but tickets for the 8 january 2020.
How should I do?
On-line is already impossible? In the morning is it possible to buy there the tickets? If yes, what time?
Thank you.
Regards
Edgar