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 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.
The Bath is open until 4 pm on Dec 3, 2024.
The Daysplam area will remain open until 6 pm on Dec 6, 2024 until 5 pm on December 13, 2024.
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 Oct 11, 2024
Why is the price listed as 44 Euros on one website (https://szechenyibath.com/open/) while the Fast Track option on the website szechenyibath.hu is showing 37 Euros?
Dear Sri,
Thermal bath tickets vary widely in price and features depending on whether they are purchased online or on-site, online with which vendor / website with different T&C. The type of ticket selected (e.g., weekday vs. weekend, cabin vs locker, fast track vs plain etc.) also define the costs. Tickets on sale offer additional perks like a QR code for faster entry, Fast track for skip the line.
Tickets may or may note include free date changes (on szechenyibath.com), priority admin for faster information or additional assistance, and access to a gastro cellar, which may not be available through all sites.
Your tickets include option for date change / transfer to another person / can be turned into open date voucher (e.g. if travel plans change), priority admin, handling fee (not shown separately but included), Gastro Cellar tasting, besides the entry, a changing cubicle, full day bath access with a single pass, chip equipped bracelet / wrist watch to lock the cabin / cubicle.
Please let me know if you have any other questions or we can be of further assistance.
Enjoy your stay in Budapest!
On 14th October, we booked tickets for a group of 7, including 3 children aged 8, 10, and 11. Are there any pools open for kids to access, as I noticed maintenance updates on your website?
Dear Sri,
Thank you for contacting us.
During maintenance works on Oct 14th the following outdoor pool will be closed to visitors:
Oct 14 – Oct 25, 2024 the outdoor thermal pool (38 degrees Celsius)
The remaining part of the bath palace, including over a dozen pools, the outdoor lap pool and 12+ indoor thermal pools as well as further steam rooms and saunas will stay open.
There are 3 pools outside, out of which, two can be visited by families where the children are under 14: the whirlpool thermal pool (34 degrees Celsius) and the lap swimming pool (not the 3rd pool with a hotter temperature, which will be closed on Oct14).
Please find more relevant information on the following page: https://szechenyibath.com/can-children-go-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
Have a lovely time at the Szechenyi Baths!
Great website! I love the comprehensive information you provide about spa and massage therapies—it’s incredibly helpful. Your insights have really enhanced my understanding of the benefits of relaxation and self-care. I hope you’ll check out our site as well; we focus on wellness and holistic health. Looking forward to connecting!
hi there, my sister and I are trying to book massage and entry on 10th November but we are having some difficulty. please can you assist.
Hi! When will you be accepting bookings for over the holidays? Ie. December 27th.
Dear Jenna,
Thank you for contacting us about a December visit in Szechenyi Bath Budapest.
We have sent you the an email with more details.
You may also wish to check out further options at New Year’s time in Budapest NYE on the following page:
https://szechenyibath.com/szechenyi-bath-new-years-eve-and-new-years-day-opening-hours/
Have a lovely time in Budapest!
Hello
I have booked for 21st October with my 2 year old and family. Can you please help me understand what will be the temperature of water in the pool where kids are allowed?
Dear Veena,
Thank you for contacting us.
Children under 14 are not allowed to enter the thermal bath pool waters.
Please find more relevant information on the following page: https://szechenyibath.com/can-children-go-to-szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-bath-faq/
We have also sent you an email with further details.
Have a lovely time in Budapest!
Good day,
We (my wife and I) are from Corfu (Greece) and we will be in Budapest on December 30th and 31st. I saw on tourist sites that there is no place in the Széchenyi baths these days. I would like you to let me know if there is another way to visit the Széchenyi Baths and have this very beautiful experience from your city.
Thank you very much.
With appreciation
Dear Panagiotis,
Thank you for contacting us about a December visit in Szechenyi Bath Budapest.
We have sent you the an email with more details.
You may also wish to check out further options at New Year’s time in Budapest NYE on the following page:
https://szechenyibath.com/szechenyi-bath-new-years-eve-and-new-years-day-opening-hours/