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 book 6 tickets for 2pm on Friday, 4th March, or do I just book a day pass?
Also, we are coming from the UK – is the UK NHS COVID Pass sufficient for us to gain access to your Baths?
Hello Brigitte,
Thank you for contacting us.
Please feel free to make your reservation for the Szechenyi thermal bath entries in advance when you are ready.
NHS Covid passports are accepted – photo ID will be needed along with the pass that matches the data.
Have a relaxing wellness trip to Budapest.
Hello, I booked for 14th of February.
Afterwards I noticed that the date is supposed to be 24 hours ahead.
Does that mean that with my current tickets I cannot join the baths on the 14th, but directly on the 15th??
Thanks in advance for your help.
Hello Catelle,
Booking is minimum 24 hours ahead, indeed, but that booking could be for any future date. It basically means that same day reservations for the bath tickets are not available.
You are absolutely fine with your Feb 14 booking.
Have a great time in Budapest city, and a lovely Valentine’s Day weekend / getaway.
Hello, are American vaccination cards accepted as proof of vaccination?
Hello Alan,
Thank you for reaching out before your visit.
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, only recommended on top of Covid passports.
Thank you for your kind cooperation and enjoy the thermal waters in Budapest, Hungary.
Hi! If I’m not vaccinated can I come with rapid test or with certificate of recovery?
Hello Irene,
yes, recovery certificates are accepted.
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, only recommended on top of Covid passports.
Thank you for your kind cooperation and enjoy the thermal waters in Budapest, Hungary.
Hello good afternoon!
My boyfriend is crazy about chess and we saw a photo of the spa in which there were several groups playing while bathing.
Our goal is really to go and he can have that experience.
In this sense, we would like to know if this really happens often? Are there groups that agree to go on certain days to play?
Since you know your audience better than we do, we wanted to have as much information as possible in this regard in order for them to fulfill their dream of playing chess in the spa.
Thanks
Hello Soraia,
guests are playing almost every day in the warmer months but you can find some players even in February in the outdoor pools.
We recommend bringing your own waterproof chess kit and starting playing for your own fun and you might find some players to play with throughout the day. Szechenyi Baths is located in the beautiful City Park and if you are lucky you may find chess players around there as well, as it is a beloved spot (such as Bakats Square and Varosmajor Park). I hope you will have nice weather during your visit and you can experience the chess side of Budapest as well!
Enjoy your stay in Budapest!
Hello!
I am planning to visit your Baths next week on holidays. Could you please clarify if at this moment it is possible to rent robes on location, or is it only possible to buy one?
Thank you in advance :)
Hello Natalia,
at the moment, the rental is suspended, therefore it is only possible to buy bathrobes. We recommend bringing your own towels and bathrobes.
Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!