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): 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 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.
Hello, does it have a smell…
Hello Patty,
yes, the thermal water has a unique smell.
If you are interested, please read our article about the minerals in the thermal water on the link below:
https://szechenyibath.com/what-are-the-minerals-in-the-spring-water-of-szechenyi-spa-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
HELLO
I HAVE BOOKED TO VISIT THE SPA FOR 5 PEOPLE NEXT WEEK. PLEASE CAN YOU CONFIRM REQUIREMENTS: DO WE NEED A COVID PASS?
DO WE NEED A BATH ROBE?
WE WILL BRING OUR OWN FLIP-FLOPS AND TOWELS AS WELL AS SHAMPOO AND SHOWER GEL
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE WE NEED TO KNOW PLEASE?
Hello Maria,
covid passports are no longer required. Masks are recommended in the busy areas such as the entrance hall or the dressing rooms.
The ticket includes only the entry, so please bring your own slippers, towels and toiletries.
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/
Hello, is it ok for kids 7 and 9 years old to visit this beautiful bath? Thank you!
Dear Alina,
The bath entry is free for children under 2 years old but older children have to pay full prices tickets.
The thermal baths were and are still aimed at adult bathers, therefore there are no kid’s pools or activities.
Most of the outdoor and indoor pools and baths are more than 33 degrees Celsius, which means increased stress for the cardiovascular system of kids, whose body is not fully developed yet to be able to cope with the heat of the bath waters, therefore saunas and hot pools are not healthy for children under 14.
Please find more about this topic on the link below:
https://szechenyibath.com/can-children-go-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
Should you have further questions, please contact us.
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!
We are 9 women visiting Budapest mid September. How does the booking work, what do you pay for and what are the prices? The most important question is: Do you allow burkinis (bathing suit for muslim women where the hair and body is covered)?
Best regards
Hello Sadaf,
Burkinis are unfortunately not accepted according to the dress code of thermal baths in Budapest (the code is regulated by the state health organisation of the Hungarian government). Please find more details about this topic on the link below:
https://szechenyibath.com/dress-code-at-szechenyi-baths-budapest/