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
Hello!
Please be so kind and tell me if the spa baths is recommended for an 11yo child. And which one is the most appropriate and enjoyable experience. We travel in Budapest for 2 days.
Thank you!
Hello Elena,
Thank you for contacting us.
The minimum age depends on parental decision, but the general recommendation is 14+ in Szechenyi Baths.
Perhaps the best thermal and swimming facility with plenty of pools is on Margaret Island: Palatinus lido and thermal bath.
http://margaretislandbudapest.com/palatinus-baths/
More advice on visiting the baths with children:
https://szechenyibath.com/can-children-go-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
Have a great time in Budapest with plenty of attractions for families.
Hello
Please tell me if the party to nigth (23/07) is maintain ?
Thank you
Hello Mathieu,
Yes, the bath party / sparty is on tonight in Szechenyi Spa Baths
Hello we would like to visit tomorrow but we have some luggage. Sports equipement, we were on competition in budapest. Is it possible to leave the bags and equipement somewhere like a cabin or a booth? Thank you.
Hello Nikola,
If you have more to store perhaps a cabin would be best.
The cabin is like a tiny room, or cubicle, which can store a standard check-in suitcase easily.
The cabin size is approx. that of a dressing room in a clothes shop, so you can leave there the 20 kg suitcase as well ( if it is a regular size) along with your jackets etc.
The door of the cabin has a unique chip code lock, which opens and closes with a special waterproof bracelet: in fact, with the chip incorporated in the wristband bath entry provided at the bath. Please make sure that your door is locked with the silicon wristband before leaving the cabin. As you are wearing the band all the times, it is quite secure if you make sure that the door is not left open.
The size of the locker is 120x30x65 cm (1200 x 300 x 650 mm) so it would be too small for your bags.
The lockers are also opened and closed by your wristband.
Have a great time in Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hello! I made a booking for the 27/07/2022 but haven’t received any confirmation at all. The Payment is on the name of hungariaton for 30 EUR
Dear Daniela,
It seems there was a typo in the email address. We have resent it to the email you have provided in the comment box.
Hope this will help.
If i buy a massage ticket does this include the massage only or do this include massage and entry to the baths?
Hello Amelia,
at the moment massage packages are not available on the website. Please buy massages and entries upon arrival.
Have a lovely time in Budapest!
Hey
I am
Arriving on 7th Aug and would like to have massage. Please let me know how shall I go round it as I am unable to book it online !
Hello Babita,
we have emailed you. Hope we can welcome you at Szechenyi Spa Baths!
Hey , The email to mailto:info.szechenyi@spabudapest.hu
Failed. Could you please help to book massage for Sunday !
Hello Babita,
we have emailed you again.
Hi. I am planning to visit for bath and spa treatments this Dec 24 and 25 2022. Are you open?
Hello Don,
yes, Szechenyi Spa Baths is normally open during Christmas days.
We recommend you book a few weeks in advance.