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,
I read that bathing caps are required but all the photos show people without them. Could you please let me know the policy.
Hello Betsy,
Thank you for contacting us.
Caps are only compulsory in one pool, which is the open air swimming pool where visitors do laps.
Caps are not compulsory in relaxing thermal pools (i.e. in the other 14 pools).
Have a great spa holiday in Budapest city!
Hello, can I attend Baths if I am not vaccinated but I had recovered from COVID and have an immune and EU digital pass?
Thanks.
Hello Patryk,
Thank you for contacting us.
Currently only visitors who have valid proof of vaccination (Covid passport) OR immunity (proof of antibodies) are allowed to enter the baths, as long as your documents are official and valid (official antibody tests are accepted by the baths as attestation of immunity), great to be complemented by the recent negative PCR test for enhanced safety.
Kindly note that a valid photo ID is also needed that matches the vaccination/ immunity data on your digital or printed documents.
Have a great holiday in Budapest!
Hello,
My girlfriend and I will be visiting from the Unites States. We are both fully vaccinated. We dont have covid passports here in America. Can we show our vaccine card in order to get in to the bath house? Please let me know thank you
Hello Arthur,
Thank you for reaching out to us.
Yes, presenting your American vaccination certificates will be accepted.
If you have an EU, US, Australian, Canadian etc. Covid passport proving 1 or 2 jabs of the vaccination (if it is valid and has not expired) it will be accepted.
Currently only visitors who have valid proof of vaccination (Covid passport) OR immunity (proof of antibodies) are allowed to enter the baths, as long as your documents are official and valid (official antibody tests are accepted by the baths as attestation of immunity), great to be complemented by the recent negative PCR test for enhanced safety.
Kindly note that a valid photo ID is also needed that matches the vaccination/ immunity data on your digital or printed documents.
Have a great holiday in Budapest!
Hello, I have two doses of vaccine. Am I considered fully vaccinated and can I enter the baths?
Hello Peter,
Thank you for your comment.
It is great to hear that you have been vaccinated. In order to enter the baths, you will need to have the proof of the vaccination presented as follows:
If you have an EU, US, Australian, Canadian, Sputnik (RU) etc. Covid passport proving 1 or 2 jabs of the vaccination (if it is valid and has not expired) it will be accepted.
Currently only visitors who have valid proof of vaccination (Covid passport) OR immunity (proof of antibodies) are allowed to enter the baths, as long as your documents are official and valid (official antibody tests are accepted by the baths as attestation of immunity), great to be complemented by the recent negative PCR test for enhanced safety.
Kindly note that a valid photo ID is also needed that matches the vaccination/ immunity data on your digital or printed documents. This photo ID needs to be an official document, not a screenshot, or a photo, not presentable on a screen – you will need the original official document.
Have a great holiday in Budapest!
Hello, am I eligible to visit if I have a Russian Covid certificate and two doses of Sputnik V vaccine?
Hello Valeria,
Thank you for contacting us.
Yes, presenting your Russian Sputnik vaccination certificates will be accepted.
If you have an EU, US, Australian, Canadian, Sputnik (RU) etc. Covid passport proving 1 or 2 jabs of the vaccination (if it is valid and has not expired) it will be accepted.
Currently only visitors who have valid proof of vaccination (Covid passport) OR immunity (proof of antibodies) are allowed to enter the baths, as long as your documents are official and valid (official antibody tests are accepted by the baths as attestation of immunity), great to be complemented by the recent negative PCR test for enhanced safety.
Please note that a valid photo ID is also needed that matches the vaccination/ immunity data on your digital or printed documents. This photo ID needs to be an official document, not a screenshot, or a photo, not presentable on a screen – you will need the original official document.
Have a great holiday in Budapest!
Hi,
Is a photo of my ID on my mobile phone enough to use for ID with my covid cert? as I do not like bringing my passport out while on holidays incase I lose it. Or must it be a physical ID ?
Looking forward to visiting soon
Ciara
Hi Ciara,
We understand your concerns, however, the physical copy is needed.
Kindly note that a valid photo ID is also needed that matches the vaccination/ immunity data on your digital or printed documents. This photo ID needs to be an official document, not a screenshot, or a photo, not presentable on a screen – you will need the original official document.
Have a great holiday in Budapest!