Szechenyi Baths

Szechenyi Spa Baths Outdoor Pools

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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Rudas Thermal Spa Bath by River Danube Budapest Night Attractions
Rudas Bath by the River Danube Budapest
Turkish Bath in Rudas Bath
Turkish Bath in Rudas Bath

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 Baths outdoor pools - photo by Alvaro Jenik
Szechenyi Baths outdoor pools – Alvaro Jenik Photography

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.

Budapest Spa Party / Sparty
Budapest Bath Party / Sparty

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.

Couples Beer Bath in Szechenyi Spa Budapest
Couples Beer Bath in Szechenyi Spa Budapest

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

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Last updated Dec 8, 2023

4,565 comments

  1. I am planning a trip in January 2023, I am not able to book any tickets for this month. Are the tickets just not available yet or are the tickets sold out?

    Thank you.

  2. Hello,

    Please could you confirm if we need to provide a covid pass / vaccination certificate still? & what’s the policy regarding towels/flip flops and robe?

    • Szechenyi Spa Baths

      Hello Dion,
      vaccination proofs are no longer required.
      Towels, flip-flops and bathrobes are not available to rent at the moment.
      Please note that slippers/flip-flops are mandatory.

  3. Looking for advice for booking a massage as it’s no longer available on the website.

  4. Hi, are kids (5 to 10 years old) allowed in the pools?

    • Szechenyi Spa Baths

      Hello Mircea,
      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. Children can enter the pools with their parent’s responsibility.

      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.

  5. On news site we read that thermal baths in Hungary will close, due to increased gas prices. We will visit Budapest in January. Will Szechenyi Bath be closed?

    • Szechenyi Spa Baths

      Hello Jeroen,
      We do not have any information about closing the baths due to the increased energy prices.
      Some bathhouses will operate with shortened opening hours, but Szechenyi Spa Baths remains open as usual.
      Enjoy your winter holiday in Budapest!

  6. Hi
    I want to ask if you have naked place for couple ?
    Maybe on weekend
    Thanks

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