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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BOOKING
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 we are a group of ladies and really would like to book to visit the baths at the end of March but 2 of us only have the first 2 vaccines. The second one was done in August last year, we do not have the booster. Can you please tell me if we can still visit the baths with just this? Can you tell us if we have to use masks inside the baths too?
Hello Joana,
Covid passes usually have an expiry date, so please refer to that. It does not matter how many jabs you have had, if the document is not expred you can enter. In case there is no expiry date you can enter.
If you have valid 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, I have a valid recovery certificate but no vaccine. Am I still permitted to enter the spa?
Hello Jovana,
yes, recovery certificates are also accepted upon arrival.
Enjoy your visit to Budapest, the capital of the Thermal Baths!
Hi,
We’re hoping to visit the thermal baths and one of us hasn’t had any vaccines yet but had covid and therefore can obtain a proof of recovery from covid certificate. Just wanted to double check that this would be sufficient proof to enter the thermal baths.
Thanks x
Dear Markeila,
Thank you for checking before the bath visit.
Please see Szechenyi Spa Baths entry requirements below:
Eu Covid Passport or proof Vaccination over 16 of age.
Covid passes do have an expiry date, so please refer to that. It does not matter how many jabs you have had, if the document is not expired you can enter.
If you have valid official proof of recovery from Covid (EU recovery pass) it is also accepted
Please note, that no PCR tests are accepted.
Please let me know if I can help more.
Enjoy your stay in Budapest!
Hi, I’ve just booked 2x tickets, 1x ticker & locker and 1x ticket and cabin changing. Just wanted to check the cabin changing room ticket has been confirmed as I’ve received a confirmation for the other ticket but not that one.
Hello Aaisha,
we have re-sent you the missing confirmation email.
Please check your email inbox.
If you need more assistance please let us know.
Enjoy your visit to Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hi,
What time will the baths close on Thursday 24th February please?
Hello Nichola,
Szechenyi Spa Baths is open from 7am to 8pm, check-in with the online tickets is from 9am to 5pm.
Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hi,
We are a group of 16 people and want to come here on the the 7th and 8th may, however couldn’t see the tickets further than April.
Is this open in may? Thank you
Dear Elif,
April month will be opened for booking in the next days and we will send you our offers via email.
Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hi there,
Are covid passes still required to enter the baths?
Hello Tina,
yes they are. Upon arrival EU or International Covid Passport or proof of Vaccination has to be presented.
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 PCR tests or LFS (lateral flow tests) are not accepted.
Thank you for your kind cooperation and enjoy the thermal waters in Budapest.