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.
Pre-book to secure your Ticket or Massage
Kindly note that 1 out of the 18 pools (the cold water swimming pool outside) will be closed due to spring maintenance until further notice.
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.
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 Jan 6, 2025
Hi,
Are all tickets for Late-Night Spa Party on 3 May sold out? Or is it a day without the party?
Dear Karim,
Thank you for reaching out regarding entry to the Spa Party.
Tickets are still available for May 3rd, and we’ve sent you the booking link via email.
We hope you have an enjoyable time at the Sparty!
Please can you tell me what time you open on Thursday the 1st of may as it says opening times may differ due to Labour Day?
Thanks
Dear Charlotte,
Thank you for your message. Kindly note that between May 1–4, 2025, the bath will operate according to Sunday opening hours.
For your convenience, here are our regular opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
The official opening hours forthe Palm House are as follows:
Monday to Wednesday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday to Sunday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Last Entry: 2 hours before closing time
Saunas and Steam Rooms: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm (Mon-Fri), 8 am – 7:30 pm (Sat-Sun).
Have a lovely time at the Bath!
Hi, are you closed at 8 June 2025?
Dear Manon,
Thank you for your question. This is to kindly confirm that the thermal baths in Budapest will stay open with weekend hours during the upcoming festive Pentecost days (Whitsunday and Whitmonday in June). Booking is available approx. 4 weeks before the date, as the bath calendar gradually opens. Due to the festive holidays, only weekend rate, so called “Holidays” tickets are available for pre-booking online for which we have sent you instructions via email.
Hi Team…I see booking for 9 June still unavailable..do you know when will be open ?
Dear Domenico,
Thank you for your question. This is to kindly confirm that the thermal baths in Budapest will stay open with weekend hours during the upcoming festive Pentecost days (Whitsunday and Whitmonday in June). Booking is available approx. 4 weeks before the date, as the bath calendar gradually opens. Due to the festive holidays, only weekend rate, so called “Holidays” tickets are available for pre-booking online for which we have sent you instructions via email.
Wishing you a lovely time in Budapest!
is it possible to book in advance for Thursday august 7th , can’t find an option on the website
Dear Amanda,
Thank you for contacting us.
During the Sziget festival (Aug 6-11, 2025), bath tickets to Szechenyi Thermal Spa Bath will be bookable closer to the date. We have sent you an email with more details.
Have a nice time in Budapest!
How to get a refund?
This place was a waste of money…. Too many people it was so crowded and the main pool is a construction site! The indoor facilities are disgusting. We stayed for 30 mins and left, It was the worst thermal spa I’ve ever been to. What a dissapointment.
Dear Rohit, Thank you for sharing your experience and we are sorry to hear that the bath complex did not deliver what you had expected, a less busy spa bath experience with fewer guests. There are less busy days, typically Tue – Thu as weekends tend to be the most popular with full house and May 11th Sunday was no exception, unfortunately. We have sent you an email how to contact the official customer service with your complaint. Having said that, kindly note that the House Rules – accepted with the purchase of the bath ticket – include a special passage about the ongoing maintenance works on demand (whenever needed) accepted by guests, and there are over a dozen other, alternative pools available during the temporary closure of the lap pool.
We are also thankful for your feedback and appreciate guests who help to sort out problems that are not immediately noticeable in a huge bath complex. The staff will make sure to keep guests safe and the places sanitary on a regular basis, as well when needed and also when notified.
That being said, due to the simple unpredictability of such incidents in a shared communal place, which may occur even in the most luxurious and best managed spa / wellness / fitness facilities, or any wellbeing institutions (whether in the US or UK etc),
it takes some time for the staff to follow through the necessary procedures (hygienic, administrative and otherwise). We apologise if you were dissatisfied with what you experienced as a response and response rate.
We hope to welcome you back to the thermal baths with improved services and at a less busy time during the weekdays or a less hyped thermal baths in Budapest, which is lesser known internationally among tourists, such as Rudas Bath, Palatinus Bath or Lukacs Baths.
Hi Team
we are a family 2 men and 4 females visiting your facilities in May end. Can you inform what are the necessary items to wear such as swimming costumes for ladies…what do men wear..also is wearing a swimming cap necessary for both men and women. if yes can we wear a disposable shower cap instead.
Dear Chan,
Thank you for contacting us.
The following swimwear (swim fabric) garments are accepted at the baths, quote from the official Budapest Spas co. (BGYH) regulations in case there should be any misunderstanding.
“only swimwear that has been specially designed for swimming purposes and is made of thin, colorfast material (e.g. swimsuit, bikini, bodysuit, unikini, tankini, trikini, swim shorts, surf shorts, burkini) is permitted in the swimming pools; it is forbidden to enter the swimming pools in street or non-swimming sportswear (e.g. jeans, skirt, sports bra, gym suit, leggings, compression garments, underwear)”,
For general information, please see the pictogram on the website for more guidance: https://szechenyibath.com/dress-code-at-szechenyi-baths-budapest/
Swimming Cap Requirement: Swimming cap is only required if you wish to swim in the cool-watered sports pool designated for lap swimming. For all other areas, including the thermal baths, plunge pools, and the outdoor central swimming pool, a swimming cap is not required. Swimming caps can be purchased in the bath.
Hello. I would like to visit on Friday, August 8, 2025, but I do not see an option to book online. Will the baths be open that day? Can I book online? Thank you!
Dear Laura,
Thank you for contacting us.
During the Sziget festival (Aug 6-11, 2025), bath tickets to Szechenyi Thermal Spa Bath will be bookable closer to the date. We have sent you an email with more details.
Have a nice time in Budapest!