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): Why not try Rudas Bath for a blissful relaxation? Bathe & Dine packages are still pre-bookable for December & January. 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 01 – Oct 11, 2024: the outdoor thermal pool with the whirlpool (34 degrees Celsius) and
Oct 14 – 25, 2024: the outdoor thermal pool (38 degrees Celsius) will be unavailable during the routine annual inspection and maintenance works. According to the current status the outdoor thermal pool (38 degrees Celsius) will be open for visitors starting from October 26.
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, at night, romantic. In addition to the marvellous medicinal natural hot spring waters in the 18 pools, there are 10 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 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 Dec 8, 2023
Hi,
I have just booked 3 tickets for June for me and my 2 friends. I can’t figure out whether we can pre-book massages, as the information is mixed on the website. Do we have to arrive early on the day to book a same-day massage, or can we pre-book?
Thanks
Dear Leila,
Thank you for your inquiry about the Spa Baths massage services.
Massage treatments are no longer available for pre-booking. Reservation is on the spot, on a first come first served basis, subject to availability.
Kindly note that massages are very popular and always get booked up on the spot (i.e. not guaranteed at the time of your arrival).
We recommend buying your entry tickets online and adding the massages upon your arrival. Recommended arrival time is 9 am.
Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance.
Can you buy an entry ticket on the day or is it prebooked tickets via the website only?
Hi Callum,
Yes, you can purchase your bath ticket on the day – subject to availability.
Have a great time in Budapest!
Hi I have purchased tickets but have yet received any email regarding the tickets. Can you send them to me please?
We paid on PayPal with the email below.
Hello Gabriel,
In the meantime we have sorted it out via email – the typo in the email address caused a delivery problem. Thank you for contacting us in time with a re-delivery request. Enjoy your stay in Budapest!
Dear Team,
The ticket page states that “Check-in” time is until 17:00– does this mean we can’t get in after that time? (Plane lands a little past 16:00, so we wouldn’t make 17:00). If last entry is at 17:00, what happens on Saturday nights– are there separate tickets for the party? Thank you.
Dear Arina,
The Baths closes its gates at 8pm, last check in is 7pm if you buy the tickets on the spot (all cashiers close at 19.00).
1 hour is not enough to truly enjoy the thermal baths as all guests need about 15 min to check in and get dressed, then guests are to leave the pools by 19.45. With online tickets we wish to keep an early check in hours to avoid any disappointments and let customers enjoy the facilities.
Ideally, try to find time for minimum hours when visiting the baths.
Saturday nights: the baths close at 8pm, then there is a break. After that on most Sat nights, there are bath parties with music (and its own separate entry tickets, where day tickets are not accepted) https://szechenyibath.com/sparties/
Hi, I would like to go with my family (2 adults and a nearly 9 year old child) to your spa. I would be interested in renting a private cabin. I would like to know if there is a safety deposit box inside the cabin or something else in which to store my belongings and if it is possible to rent bathroom towels. Thanks
Hello Giovanni,
You can book tickets with cabins or with lockers – all of our tickets are with Fast Track and they are valid for the whole day (check-in times: from 9 am to 6 pm).
The cabin is like a tiny room, the size is that of a changing cubicle, where you can get changed and store your belongings (some guests are leaving for the airport directly, and leave their suitcase/backpack in the cabin. You can also book a safe, however, if you have anything of particular value. Please note that the baths are very busy, and we do not recommend storing/bringing items of considerable value with yourself to the baths, such as jewellery, valuable wristwatches, etc.).
The rental service is suspended since the start of the pandemic.
We recommend you bring your own slippers and lightweight towels.
You can purchase a towel on the spot: the fluffy towel makes a nice gift and serves as a keepsake luxury towel embroidered with the Szechenyi Bath logo.
Alternatively, you can purchase a disposable towel at a fraction of the cost. For environmental reasons, as part of green tourism, we kindly ask you to consider bringing your own lightweight towel. Microfibre towels are reusable, super absorbing and ultra lightweight, suitable for carrying around the city.
Please find more details about this topic on the link below:
https://szechenyibath.com/what-shall-i-take-with-me-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
would like to book massages for two on the 21st of December. neel link and pricing please
Hi,
I have 2 tickets booked for Momday 23rd May that I need to cancel, how do I arrange cancellation?
Many thanks
Dear Geraldine,
This is to kindly let you know that we have received your request to cancel your reservation for two tickets. We have emailed you.
Hi there,
I’d like to visit the baths this Saturday – do I need to pre-book or can I pay on arrival?
Hello Grace,
we recommend the online bookings to get Fast Track entries, but it is possible to join the queue and buy entries upon arrival.
Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!