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 and at Christmas): Why not try Gellert Spa or Rudas Bath 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 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.
Upcoming Modified Hours
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- December 13th: The Dayspalm area will remain open until 5 pm on December 13, 2024.
- December 14th: The Bath will have Saturday opening hours on Dec 7th and 14th, 2024.
- December 23rd – Jan 3rd: The Baths will be open during the Christmas / New Year holidays with modified opening hours. The booking calendar will open approx. 30 days before the festive period.
- Opening hours for the festive season:
24 December 2024: from 7 am to 1 pm
25-26 December 2024: from 10 am to 8 pm
27-30 December 2024: from 8 am to 8 pm
31 December 2024: from 8 am to 6 pm
1 January 2025: from 10 am to 8 pm
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
BOOKINGLast updated on Dec 9, 2024
Hi we want to book tickets for the week 2nd to 8th January 2024 is it sold out or closed or can we book on the day?
Hello Karen,
Thank you for getting in touch.
Please kindly check your emails, we have sent you an email about the festive period in the Baths.
We hope you have a great time visiting Budapest!
hello
I would like to come on the 4th January when visiting for my husbands birthday. is the spa closed? I can’t book on your site
Dear Laurs,
Thank you for your inquiry.
Kindly note that no online pre-booked tickets are available for the holiday season, tickets will be only available on the spot (From Dec 21 to Jan 7).
The baths will be open during the festive period and the previous year’s experiences it is generally the busiest period of the year.
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.
I was hoping to visit the facilities between 27 to 30th of December 2023 but unfortunately there are no tickets online. Are there any tickets you can buy at the spa on the day?
Hello Lefki,
Thank you for your interest.
The baths will be open during the holiday season however, tickets will be available exclusively upon arrival from Dec 21st -Jan 7th.
Waiting time can take up to 30-60 minutes. The festive periods are normally very popular. Since the arrival time of the guests is always unpredictable, long queues can build within minutes. This is the reason why pre-booked, expedited ticket options are not available to avoid complaints/refund requests in case someone could not enter.
Thank you for your kind understanding.
Have a lovely Christmas holiday in Budapest!
How far in advance can I book spa massage tickets? Is there a minimum age as will be travelling with 2 almost 16 year olds. Thanks
Hi I am planning to get a reservation between 30th December and 4th January . Does the spa open or is fully booked . Can’t see any availability. Thanks in advance
Dear Robert,
Thank you for your inquiry.
Kindly note that no online pre-booked tickets are available for the holiday season, tickets will be only available on the spot (From Dec 21 to Jan 7).
The baths will be open during the festive period and the previous year’s experiences it is generally the busiest period of the year.
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 have just made a booking for 23/11/23 and not received a confirmation email and the email address seem invalid? Please can you confirm you have our booking. Many thanks.
Dear Anna,
Thank you for contacting us.
We have sent you an email.
Hi, what are the opening hours on Christmas Day? Many thanks
Hello Jules,
Thank you for your comment.
The opening times on Christmas Day are: 10 am to 8 pm.
We hope you have a lovely holiday in Budapest!
Hi
Is it possible to get information about the festive period and availability the first week in January 2024
Hello Heather,
Thank you for getting in touch.
We have emailed you about visiting the Baths in the holiday season.
Have a great time in Budapest!