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
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Hello, we are travelling to Budapest from the UK next weekend and would very much like to visit, do you accept the UK covid passes as proof of our vaccine statuses? Also do we have to pre-book to enter?
Many thanks
Hello Katherine, yes, the UK Covid passes are accepted. Please make sure that you have a photo ID card as well.
We recommend the online bookings but is is also possible to buy tickets on the spot.
Hi there, is a South America drive license accepted as ID?
Hello Priscila, yes, it is fine.
Have a wonderful holiday in Budapest!
Hello! Could you please explain what do you mean by “covid passports”, do you accept Sputnik vaccination QR code? Thanks a lot for you answer.
Hello Zhalia,
Covid passports are the documents that prove that you are vaccinated or recovered. QR codes are not accepted, please bring a photo ID and an official certificate/ mobile Covid pass app/ that shows your vaccination or recovery date. Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hello
Staying Budapest Saturday and Sunday
Is there a night bath outside party this Saturday? I want to book tickets for two
And also need infos to book otherwise for Sunday , we want to avoid waiting lines to gain time as we stay only 25 hours in the city
Hello Louis,
The next spa party will be on Feb 12:
https://szechenyibath.com/budapest-bath-party-dates/
Let me recommend the Boat Parties instead:
https://budapestrivercruise.com/10-30pm-boat-party-cruise
Can we go there with a PCR ? i am not vaccinated
Hello Noelle,
For the main bathhouses and for Szechenyi Spa Baths entry requirements are the same:
EU or International Covid Passport or proof Vaccination over 16 of age. 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.
Have a nice stay in Budapest!
Hi can my 14yr old daughter go yo the spa end of feb (she.not been vaccinated, i habe covid passport)
Thanks
Hello Karen,
Thank you for your question.
For Szechenyi Spa Baths entry requirements are the following:
EU or International (US, CA, AU, etc.) Covid Passport or proof of Vaccination over 16 of age are required along with a matching photo ID. They do have an expiration date, so please make sure that your document is valid. It does not matter how many jabs/ vaccines you have had if the document is valid, you can enter. Children under 16 years will need to be accompanied with an adult who has a valid Covid pass.
If you have official proof of recovery from Covid (EU recovery pass) it is also accepted (antibody test)
Please note, that PCR tests or LFS (lateral flow tests) are not accepted.
Thank you for your kind cooperation and enjoy the thermal waters in Budapest.
Hi.
Is the recovery certificate from UK/Northern Ireland accepted?
Dear Emma,
yes, international recovery certificates are accepted, please make sure that you bring a photo ID as well.
Have a lovely time in Budapest!
Is covid recovery form accepted for entry into baths?
Hello Donna, yes, recovery passes are also fine. Enjoy your stay in Budapest!