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 11, 2024: one outdoor thermal pool with the whirlpool (34°C) under maintenance. 2 other open air pools open, plus over 10 indoor pools.
Oct 12 – 13, 2024: all 3 outdoor pools open plus over 10 indoor pools also open.
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
Hi, can I take ticket for tomorrow?
Is it suitable for children?
Hello Lauren,
Thank you for your inquiry.
Szechenyi Spa Baths
The bath entry is free for children under 2 years old but older children have to pay full prices tickets.
Babies and toddlers can come with the family to the Spa but need to stay outside the pool area with somebody.
The thermal baths were and are still aimed at adult bathers, therefore there are no kid’s pools or activities.
Most of the outdoor and indoor pools and baths are more than 33 degrees Celsius, which means increased stress for the cardiovascular system of kids, whose body is not fully developed yet to be able to cope with the heat of the bath waters, therefore saunas and hot pools are not healthy for children under 14.
Please find more about this topic on the link below:
https://szechenyibath.com/can-children-go-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
Should you have further questions, please contact us.
We are travelling from UK and has NHS Covid vaccination passports. Are you excepting these for entry to the baths. We are planning to come on 15/16 February.
Many thanks
Dear Sarah,
EU or UK Covid Passport or proof Vaccination over 16 of age are accepted upon arrival.
They do have an expiration date, so please make sure that your document is valid. It does not matter how many jabs you have had if the document is valid, you can enter.
If you have official proof of recovery from Covid (EU recovery pass) it is also accepted
Please note, that no PCR tests are accepted.
Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hello,
Is the UK Covid Vaccination certificate accepted?
Hello Cath,
Yes, it is accepted.
Have a lovely stay in Budapest!
Hi there,
Do you accept the UK covid vaccination passport?
Hi Sarah,
EU or UK Covid Passport or proof Vaccination over 16 of age are accepted. They do have an expiration date, so please make sure that your document is valid. It does not matter how many jabs you have had if the document is valid, you can enter.
If you have official proof of recovery from Covid (EU recovery pass) it is also accepted
Please note, that no PCR tests are accepted.
Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Do you need to pre book or am I able to just turn up and buy a ticket?
Hello Anna,
It is possible to buy entries upon arrival, alternatively, you can pre-book your tickets online.
Have a lovely stay in Budapest!