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
hello. we are planing to visit Budapest with children ages 9 and 6. are there any bathes or pools they can enjoy? thankyou.
Hello Lena,
Thank you for checking before visiting.
The thermal baths were and are still aimed at adult bathers, therefore there are no different pricing for kids or students.
Only full price adult tickets are available in the spas ( and free for children under 2 years old).
There is no age restriction at the baths, however, please note that thermal waters for children under 14 are not recommended, but if the parents decide to come anyway at their own responsibility, they can.As most of the outdoor and indoor pools 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.
We recommend families with children visiting one of the 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.
Is it allowed to smoke in the outside area?
Dear Nikolaj,
Thank you for checking before visiting.
There are designated smoking areas, please find more details on the link below:
https://szechenyibath.com/is-smoking-allowed-at-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
Hello. My mom and I want to arrive tomorrow morning to enjoy the spa, is there space available tomorrow now that we can’t book tickets online?
Dear Laura,
Thank you for your inquiry.
The baths will be open during the Easter holiday. From the previous year’s experiences, the baths will be crowded.
Tickets will be available exclusively upon arrival to avoid guests standing there with pre-booked tickets and unable to check in (in case the baths get full entering is on a 1in -1 out basis).
Waiting time can take up to 30-60 minutes.
I hope this makes sense.
Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Hello,
We are planning to go on April 10th 2023, during the Easter Holiday.
What time do you open?
Do you suggest going 30min before the place opens?
Hi Helen,
On April 10th Easter holiday the baths are operating with Sunday hours as follows
Weekends: from 9 am to 8 pm (Cash desks open until 7 pm.)
Arriving 30 min earlier will definitely put you at an advantage to get in more easily on the day.
Have a great spring time holiday in Budapest.
Hello
I tried to book last night for the 11th April but there was an error. My bank was still charged. Can you confirm if my booking went through?
Hi Clara,
Thank you for letting us know. We have re-sent the confirmation of your bath tickets for April 11th to the above email address.
Please kindly double check if it has been well received.
Have a great spring time holiday in Budapest.
Hi Team,
We are planning for thermal and want to check whether we can use cotton under wears as bath suits.
If only should we need nylon shorts/underwear then are they available on rental purpose or we should buy them at the thermal bath and please let us know the price details.
Hello Ravi,
As is the standard in Europe, only traditional swimwear is accepted inside the thermal baths and pools (no underwear please – the historical reason being that cotton and other non durable streetwear material is usually ruined by pool water, plus soak up water and weigh down the swimmer).
Rental services are suspended, so if you do not have your own swimming trunks you might buy swimwear at the spa shop on the premises (sports shop may have a wider variety and cheaper prices though).
Please find more details about “what to bring to the baths” on the link below:
https://szechenyibath.com/what-shall-i-take-with-me-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
Hallo!
today we would like to come and visit the spa but they don’t have towels, we are leaving the hotel today and we have a flight tonight. how can we do?
Hello Valentina,
You can purchase a towel on the spot: the fluffy towel makes a nice gift and serves as a keepsake towel embroidered with the Szechenyi Bath logo for HUF 6,000. Unfortunately, there has been no towel rental service since the pandemic broke out and ever since.
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/
Please note that slippers/flip-flops are also required to be worn.
If you do not have your own, you can buy a pair in the entrance hall shop (From HUF 4,000).
Please let me know if I can be of further help.