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
Hello
Will the bath be open on the holidays tomorrow and Friday?
Hello Jannie,
Yes, Szechenyi Spa Baths is open during these days, please note that weekend rates apply for today and tomorrow as well.
Hello,
I bought a ticket in advance for September. Due to COVID, I am not allowed into Budapest. Can I cancel my tickets and get a refund?
Hello Sydney, Thank you for letting us know. We’ve contacted you via email with regards to your ticket refund options.
Hope to welcome you back later on.
Hello there. If I will
Come early morning tomorrow can I be sure I will get in. Whats the latest time you normaly let people in?
Hello Jan,
You can definitely have a good chance to be let in if you arrive early morning.
The last check in is suggested at 5pm: the baths closes at 7pm so you will need at least 2 hours to get changed (on arrival and upon leaving) and leave time for the pools and thermal facilities. Cashiers normally close 1 hour before closing time.
Hello,
I plan to visit the Baths in the first week of Sept. Are the bookings being done only on the spot ? and not online ?
Hello Aparna,
Bath tickets are available on the door at the thermal baths. Online booking will soon resume too.
Please let me know if I can be of more help.
Hello,
I would like to know, if I can easily get in at any time I come. Is there long waiting time from booking until i get in? How does this ticketing working, please? Also, can I spend all day in here?
Hello Tamara,
The entry really depends on which day you would come, as weekends are still more popular throughout the year.
Also there are certain hours when more tourists / visitors arrive and less popular hours like the early morning slots.
The bath closes much earlier these days than before, cashiers at 6pm-ish, the building at 7pm.
To be on the safe side we normally recommend booking online, but until the end of Aug there is a reduced sale on the spot, so it’s a great saving to buy at the cashiers until 31st Aug.
Yes, you can stay all day, there are no caps on visiting hours currently.
Hello Good morning what is the normal price for tomorrow and for students?
Thanks in advance
Hello Elizabeth, until Aug 31 the cheapest entry is reduced by 40% regardless of the fact whether you are an adult or a student.
Hope this is great news.
Enjoy the baths and your stay in Budapest!
Hi, is the Aug 31 included in the promotion period?