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.
Please note that entry to Szechenyi Bath will only be permitted for guests aged 14 and above. 14 year old children may need photo ID to prove eligibility. We appreciate your kind cooperation.
Several Days are fully booked up online in Szechenyi Bath in the summer (June – July – Aug and at Christmas): Why not try Rudas Bath or Palatinus Bath on Margaret Island 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 Packages: Full Day Ticket, Cabin, Rooftop Relaxation Zone, Towel Rental, Bath Robe Rental, Slippers, Teas, Fruits, Cocktail- Book the Palm House 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.
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
Last updated on Jan, 2026
Hi
Can we just turn up in about an hour and join you for the evening? Party of 4.
Eric
Hello Eric, we recommend your pre-book your tickets for the spa party.
For a weekday evening, you can just turn up and buy entries upon arrival.
Have a nice time in Budapest!
We have had to cancel our visit to Budapest due to extreme travel delays. Is there a way to get a refund?
Hello Heather, we have contacted you via email.
Hello, how can I book a massage?
Dear Eliana,
we have contacted you via email. Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hi,
I just did a booking some minutes ago. However, we might need to cancel the trip. Could we get a refund?
Hello Victoria,
we have contacted you via email!
Hiya, I’ve just booked for the 2nd of July accidentally instead of the 3rd – how can I go about changing it?
Dear Alexandria,
thank you for choosing us.
No worries, we can change the date of your booking at no extra costs.
I am sending you the updated confirmation in a separate email shortly.
Please let me know if I can be of further help.
Hi I have just booked and paid for 11th July but I have just got a receipt by email, no ticket or anything with a date etc on. Do I just show that?
Dear Carl,
thank you for contacting us.
I would like to confirm that we have received your booking, and the confirmation email has automatically been sent to your given email address.
I have now forwarded it from our backup email address and copied below my email.
Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.
Hi is it kids friendly age 8 and 12
Hello Nida,
Hot thermal pools are not recommended for children under 14 years old.
Of course, children are allowed in the baths, however, the pools in Szechenyi Bath are medically not recommended for kids, but if the parents decide to bring their children anyway at their own responsibility, they can.
Please also note that most of the pools and baths at the baths are more than 33 degrees Celsius, resulting in increased stress for the cardiovascular system of children. Their bodies are not fully developed yet to be able to cope with the warm waters perfectly.
Therefore we recommend that you let the children use the cooler pools and outdoor swimming pool, fun pool etc.
The thermal pools are not deep, they are for relaxation (you can stand or sit on the sides), so they are for everyone not for swimmers only.
We recommend families with children to visit one of the open-air lidos in Budapest, especially Palatinus Pools on Margaret Island and Dagaly Lido close to Arpad Bridge (north of Margaret Island).
Please let me know if I can be of further assistance
Hi there do you still offer the unlimited beer when using the thermal baths
We were in Budapest just before the lockdown and this was a service
Hello Martyn,
we have contacted you via email.