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
Hello, is the big swirl pool outside open now? I read that it is closed.
Hello Luigi,
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, the outdoor pools are currently open, including the thermal pool that has a whirlpool featured.
Kindly note, however, that the bath reserves the right to carry out maintenance works on demand.
Thank you for your understanding.
Enjoy the thermal baths in Budapest.
Hello,
I want to visit your thermal center between 27 December- 31 December 2023. Is it open during that period? What are the opening hours?
Hey, I’m trying to book for 22nd or 23rd December, but there are not dates available, why does it happend? how can I book it?
Thanks
Hello Federico,
Thank you for getting in touch.
We have sent you an email.
Have a great time in Budapest!
Hi I paid using my revolut card it says payment pending and we haven’t received our tickets but the money is out of my account, what should we do?
hi. I booked online and received tickets for December 14th.
1. Do I still have to stay in a queue or can I go directly to a particular point?
2. Which pol is closed?
3. Do I need a swimming cap?
4. The palinka tasting is within the same building?
thanks
Hello Moira,
We have sent you detailed instructions regarding your holiday ticket options and the rest of the questions.
Kindly make sure to take a look at the FAQ section to get further insights before making your first visit to Szechenyi Bath.
Have a great December holiday in Budapest. More events and options for Dec with festive activities: http://budapestchristmas.com/
Hi,
Are you open on Friday 22 December and 23 December?
If yes, how much is the spa ticket? I only can find spa with massage. I don’t want massage only spa
Hello Hadi,
We have sent you detailed instructions about Szechenyi holiday entry options and availability.
Kindly make sure to book a fast track ticket in advance if you are planning to arrive in the peak hours: between 10 am and 5pm to avoid waiting in the queue often building up outside Szechenyi thermal bath.
Have a great December holiday in Budapest. More events and options for Dec with festive activities: http://budapestchristmas.com/ and for the upcoming New Year: https://newyearbudapest.com/