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Full-Day Ticket to Széchenyi Spa + Optional Locker/Private Cabin
- Enter the Széchenyi Spa, the biggest in all of Europe with this ticket.
- Enjoy a full day of relaxation at a spa that was built in 1913 and follows a Neo-baroque style.
- With 15 indoor pools and 3 outdoor ones, there’s plenty to try while you’re here.
- The massive outdoor thermal pool has a running temperature of 40°C, perfect for keeping you warm and relieving stress.
- Upgrade your ticket with the added perk of a guided visit to the Pálinka Museum to learn about the traditional Hungarian spirit and a free tasting of the drink.
- The spa also offers facilities like a locker and private storage/changing cabin which you can utilize by booking the available ticket options.
Inclusions
- Full-day entrance ticket
- Sauna access
- Private cabin (optional) - private changing and storage cabin
- Locker (optional)
- 1 shot of pálinka or an alcohol-free beverage for tasting at the Pálinka Museum (optional)
- Guided tour of the Pálinka Museum (optional)
Exclusions
- Swimming cap
- Towels & slippers (can be purchased on-site)
- Swimsuit (available for rent or purchase)
- Make sure to carry swimwear, flip-flops, and a swimming cap with you.
- Please bring your own towel to the baths.
- From Autumn, the spa is closed due to restoration work.
- Food and drinks are available for purchase at the spa.
- Pregnant guests must consult their doctor before visiting the spa. Massages are not provided to pregnant women.
- Guests having medical conditions should consult their doctor before visiting the spa.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Plan a laidback day at Buda’s popular Gellert thermal spa bath and leave feeling completely refreshed, ready to explore the rest of the city.
- With your full-day admission ticket, skip the line and explore a wide variety of high-quality spa and pool services.
- Founded in 1918, the Gellert spa has a rich history and beautiful art nouveau architecture including marine-green Zsolnay mosaics, neoclassical statues, and more.
- Go for an invigorating massage and later relax in the sauna.
- Explore the different natural spring water pools in the bath complex which include indoor pools, outdoor pools, a wave pool outside, and more.
- Fun fact: the wonderful healing properties of the thermal waters of the region were discovered as early as the 15th century.
Inclusions
- Full-day ticket to all services of the Gellert Thermal Baths
- Locker or private cabin
Exclusions
- Swimming cap
- Towels & slippers (can be purchased on-site)
- Swimsuit (available for rent or purchase)
- From Autumn, the spa is closed due to restoration work.
- Please bring your own towels and slippers as they’re not included in the ticket.
- Food and drinks are available for purchase at the spa.
- Pregnant guests must consult their doctor before visiting the spa. Massages are not provided to pregnant women.
- Guests having medical conditions should consult their doctor before visiting the spa.
- Please note that due to maintenance work, the outdoor leisure pool is not available from 24 April to 2 May 2023.
- The wave pool (without wave service) is available from 22 April 2023.
- On May 1st (labor day in Hungary), the ticket prices are different: Ticket with cabin: 32€ and ticket with locker: 29€
Dress Code
- Swimwear is compulsory attire at the spa as this is a mixed bath complex.
- Any decent swimwear is allowed for both men and women but burkinis are, unfortunately, not allowed.
- A swimming cap is required in the swimming pool but not in the other thermal pools.
- Flip-flops are the most ideal type of footwear.
- Bring a sun hat and sunscreen for warmer days.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Ever wanted to party in a grand pool with great tunes to have amazing fun? Well, this is just the tour for you.
- Head to Széchenyi Thermal Bath, Budapest’s most beautiful bath complex where you get the best of both worlds: modern electronic dance music with mind-blowing visuals while partying in pools.
- Book your tickets now as limited seats are available. This event is considered to be the 5th biggest event in Hungary with more than 50 thousand party-animals attending the event yearly.
- The magic takes place every Saturday throughout the year. Choose between a premium or basic ticket.
Inclusions
- Admission ticket
Exclusions
- Drink coupon
- Priority entry
- VIP services
- Food is prohibited on the premises.
- For sanitary reasons, we advise our visitors wearing contact lenses to use glasses instead while attending Sparty.
- A lockable private changing room is also available.
- Please carry swimwear, towels, and flip-flops/slippers.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Take a dip in the hot thermal pools and visit the saunas and steam rooms of Budapest's Szechenyi Bath to relax and rejuvenate your mind and body.
- Get to know why Budapest is known as the City of Baths by experiencing the best wellness tradition of the city.
- Enjoy exclusive access to the VIP area and all the main pools at the Szechenyi Bath.
- Use spa facilities like comfortable lounge chairs, drinks, and snacks to relax and unwind.
Inclusions
- Full-day ticket to Szechenyi Baths
- Access to the exclusive relaxation area with cabin usage
- Bathrobe & towel for the duration of stay
- Disposable slippers
- Disposable swimming cap
- Unlimited mineral water
- One cocktail of your choice (non-alcoholic or alcoholic)
- One fruit bowl
Exclusions
- Massage services
- Tip: After a relaxing day at the Bath, don't forget to stroll along Heroes' Square to catch up on a spectacular sunset.
- Please note that the baths are mixed-gender.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Hungarian Parliament Guided Tour + Full-Day Access to Széchenyi Spa
- Know more about the parliament of Hungary and have fun at Europe's largest bathing facility with these pocket-friendly tickets!
- Take a guided tour to the world's third-largest Parliament building.
- Even after a century, Budapest's tallest building, the Hungarian Parliament building, stays towering and proud.
- Skip the long ticketing lines and meet the rest of the tour group.
- Your knowledgeable tour guide will take you on a tour of the building, a fine example of neo-gothic architecture.
- Pass through the many stairwells, sculptures, geometric ceilings, and windows.
- Admire the Dome Hall, adorned by the precious crown jewels, which were returned by the US only a few decades ago.
- Marvel at the arches, vaults, and pillars of the Old Upper House Hall.
- With this fast-track ticket, you can skip the long queues at the Széchenyi Spa, the biggest bath complex in Europe.
- Enjoy a whole day of relaxation at a Neo-baroque-style spa, which was built in 1913.
- Choose between a private cabin and a locker, both of which offer full-day access.
- With your guide, visit the Pálinka Museum, an interactive museum dedicated to palinka, and learn about Hungary's favorite traditional alcoholic beverage.
- While on the tour, take a sip of palinka or a non-alcoholic beverage.
- Note: Széchenyi Spa and Palinka Museum are two different venues. You will not receive the gratis palinka drink in the spa. You will receive it in the center where the Palinka Museum is located.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to Hungarian Parliament building
- Access to the Main Staircase, the Dome Hall, Chamber of Peers, and the Grand Stairway
- Expert tour guide in multiple languages
- Full-day entrance ticket
- Guided Tour of the Pálinka Museum
- 1 shot of pálinka (Hungarian Spirit) or an alcohol-free beverage for tasting at the Pálinka Museum
- Private cabin
Exclusions
- Gratuities in Hungarian Parliament
- Food & drinks
- Swimming cap at Széchenyi Spa
- Swimsuit (Available for rent or purchase)
- Towels (Available for rent or purchase)
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Full-Day Tickets to Lukacs Thermal Bath in Budapest
- Visit one of Budapest’s traditional bathhouses, the Lukács Thermal Spa & rejuvenate yourself!
- Soak in a relaxing thermal bath, warmed up by hot springs.
- Hop into the Saunas for a complete detox at 90°C.
- Pamper yourself with a selection of wellness services & massages.
- Enjoy a dose of hydrotherapy at the Kneipp Bath or go sunbathing on the rooftop.
- Buy hand-made soaps & Kolop Mud at the Budapest Spas shop to take the healing home with you.
Inclusions
- All-day entry to Lukács Spa
- Locker or private cabin
Exclusions
- Pool access
- Sauna access
- Towels & slippers
- Paid services
- Not suitable for children under 14 years.
- Not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Face masks are mandatory indoors.
- Please carry slippers, a swimming cap & towels.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Explore one of the most beautiful outdoor baths in the world.
- Relax and unwind at the eleven outdoor pools, saunas, two immersion pools, and a swimming pool.
- Marvel at the Mettalchi tiles, powerful Bauhaus features, tastefully placed works of art, and this modern, functionalist building.
- Rejuvenate at this first outdoor bath in Budapest, rich in history, known for its green location, medicinal water properties, and the plethora of attractions for all ages.
Inclusions
All-day entry to Palatinus Spa
Exclusions
Towels and slippers
- Outside food and drinks and photography are permitted on this tour. Food and drinks are available for purchase on-site.
- A cloakroom is available on the premises for use.
- It is recommended to carry your own towel and slippers, as it's not included in the ticket.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Skip the Line Ticket to Széchenyi Spa & Dinner Cruise with Live Music
- A magical dinner cruise with live music combined with a soothing thermal bath at Széchenyi Széchenyi Spa.
- Skip the long lines and enjoy an after-dark cruise around the symbolic river of Danube.
- View Budapest from a different perspective as it comes alive in the light of the night.
- Relish a delicious meal of Hungary’s popular dishes accompanied by drinks.
- Slip into a harmonious rumble as you listen to a performance by the Rajkó folk ensemble.
- Discover the healing qualities of Hungary’s thermal baths at Széchenyi Spa.
- Enjoy full-day access to the thermal baths along with cabin usage.
- Leave feeling refreshed, relaxed, and re-energized.
- Click here to view the dinner menu.
Inclusions
- Széchenyi Spa ticket: full-day access
- Private cabin
- 2-hour Danube River cruise
- Buffet dinner
- Drinks: 1 glass of Hungarian sparkling wine and 1 glass of wine, beer or soft drink
- Live music & entertainment
Exclusions
- Towels
- Swimsuit
- Board your cruise at Port Akadémia, dock number 3, located between the Chain Bridge and the Hungarian Parliament Building.
- Look for the ship Gróf Széchényi.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why Experience the Budapest Baths?
- Rejuvenate your Frazzled Self: The Szechenyi baths are the largest medicinal thermal spa in Europe and a must-visit attraction to strip you of your travel weariness.
- Healing Properties: Budapest baths are believed to have medicinal properties, including relief from joint pain and muscle cramps. They also reduce stress levels and improve blood flow in the body.
- Beautiful Architecture: Most of the Budapest baths are housed in ornate historic buildings, featuring stunning designs dating back to the ancient Roman days and the Ottoman occupation of Hungary. The outdoor pools in particular look beautiful with the surrounding greenery and city skyline.
- Offers a Range of Facilities: Budapest Baths also offer a variety of indoor and outdoor pools, spa treatments, massage options, saunas, steam rooms, and beauty treatments. The naturally occurring minerals in these warm waters help to relax and rejuvenate your body.
- An Important Slice of Budapest's Culture: Thermal baths have been popular attractions in the city since ancient Roman times. Some of the Budapest baths have been in operation for more than a century. Visiting the baths gives you an opportunity to acquaint yourself closely with Budapest's rich heritage.
Your Budapest Baths Tickets Explained
Skip the Line + Private Cabin + Massage Tickets
- Book Skip-the-Line tickets to the Szechenyi spa to avoid standing in long ticketing queues and enjoy priority access to the thermal baths.
- Enjoy full-day access to the largest thermal bath complex in Europe with 15 indoor and 3 outdoor thermal pools.
- With Szechenyi spa skip-the-line and massage tickets, you can choose between a 20-minute aroma massage, a 20-minute refreshing massage, a 45-minute aroma massage, or a 45-minute refreshing massage. The massages are replete with comforting fragrant oils.
- You can choose between a private cabin or a locker to store your belongings comfortably as you soak in the thermal baths.
- Get access to a guided tour of the Palinka Museum where you get 1 shot of Pálinka (Hungarian Spirit) or an alcohol-free beverage for tasting.
Super Flexible Cancellation Policy: You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase.
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Full-Day Budapest Baths Tickets
- Book full-day Budapest baths tickets to enjoy an entire day of soaking in the Rudas thermal spas, Lukacs thermals baths, or the Palatinus spas.
- The Lukacs thermal baths include a detoxing spa at 90°C, a well-curated selection of massages and treatments, hydrotherapy at the Kneipp bath, and sunbathing on the rooftop.
- The Palatinus spa has 11 outdoor pools, 2 immersion pools, saunas, and a swimming pool. The modern, functionalist building is in stark contrast to the green surroundings. You can also marvel at the Mettalchi tiles, powerful Bauhaus features, and tasteful artwork.
- The Rudas thermal baths have 6 warm therapy pools and a plunge pool at 11°C. Indulge in medieval Turkish luxury at the 16th-century octagonal bath, with a range of wellness services and sunset views from the panoramic rooftop Danube pool.
- You can also buy handmade Kolop mud soaps from the Budapest spas shops to take home with you.
- You can keep your belongings in a cloakroom as you soak in the thermal baths.
Super Flexible Cancellation Policy: You can cancel the Lukacs thermal bath full-day access tickets 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase.
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Full-Day Massage + Guided Tour + Cabin Access Tickets
- Enjoy a full-day soak at the Szechenyi spa, the biggest thermal bath in all of Europe with 15 indoor pools and 3 outdoor ones, maintained at 40°C, perfect for rejuvenating your tired body.
- Book 2-in-1 money-saving combo Budapest baths tickets to enjoy a 90-minute cruise along the Danube river with your thermal spa session.
- You can also choose combo tickets that include a guided tour of the Hungarian Parliament or the Palinka museum to learn about the traditional history of this Hungarian drink. You will also get 1 shot of Pálinka (Hungarian Spirit) or an alcohol-free beverage for tasting.
- The Szechenyi spa and Danube river cruise combo tickets also come in another option, where you can enjoy gorgeous Hungarian cuisine and live music on the cruise.
Super Flexible Cancellation Policy: The Szechenyi combo tickets that include a Danube river cruise with live music and entertainment can be canceled 24 hours prior to the scheduled experience. You will receive a full refund on your purchase.
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Budapest Baths Highlights
Thermal Baths
Budapest is a thermal bath and spa paradise. With over a dozen thermal baths that feed on natural hot springs and drilled wells, Budapest Baths offer relaxing and rejuvenating experiences like no other. The marvelous natural hot spring water is also known to have medicinal and healing properties.
Best Budapest Baths
Széchenyi Spa
Széchenyi thermal bath, with its 15 indoor and 3 outdoor baths and a plethora of spa and massage services to choose from will surely relax and rejuvenate you. The largest thermal bath in Europe, Széchenyi Spa’s water has medicinal and healing properties. It remains open throughout the year.
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Wellness Sessions
Budapest’s Baths offer more than just rejuvenating thermal baths. Most of the baths host a range of other spa activities like saunas, steam rooms, and steam baths for a complete spa experience. Széchenyi Baths are home to 15 indoor pools where you can experience calming sauna sessions.
Steam Baths
For an even more relaxing experience, don’t just limit yourself to Széchenyi Baths’ outdoor thermal baths. The indoor thermal baths and spa facilities will have you spending your day in complete rejuvenation mode. After soaking in the warm waters, take a steam bath on the premises to revitalize your senses, mind, and body.
Swimming Pools
If just relaxing in the toasty waters of the thermal bath isn’t your cup of tea, Budapest bath houses also offer indoor swimming pools. The Szechenyi baths have a 50-meter-long open-air swimming pool on its premises. Go ahead and take as many laps as you want and then head back to the thermal spa for an even more soothing soak.
Pálinka Museum
When in Hungary, the fruit brandy, Pálinka, is a must-try. The Pálinka Museum in Budapest is dedicated to this traditional alcoholic beverage. The museum sheds light on the beverage’s history through guided tours and fun interactive exhibitions where you can even make your own Pálinka and taste it afterward.
Hot Springs
Budapest lies on a geological fault line owing to which the city hosts magnificent thermal baths. Budapest’s thermal baths are naturally fed by over 100 hot springs. The waters contain various valuable minerals, like sulfite, sodium, calcium, magnesium, hydro-carbonate, fluoride, and metaboric acid.
After-Dark Cruise
Watch the city of Budapest come alive in the nighttime while cruising over the Danube river. The After-Dark Cruise is the perfect closure to a relaxing day at Budapest’s thermal baths. Enjoy a lavish Hungarian dinner and listen to the live music by talented string musicians from the Rajkó folk ensemble.
Plan Your Visit to the Budapest Baths
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- Szechenyi Baths
Monday to Friday: 7 AM to 7 PM
Saturday to Sunday: 9 AM to 8 PM - Lukacs Thermal Baths
Tuesday to Wednesday: 7 AM to 8 PM
Thursday to Monday: 7 AM to 7 PM - Rudas Baths
Sunday to Thursday: 6 AM to 8 PM
Friday to Saturday: 6 AM to 8 PM, 10 PM to 3 AM - Palatinus Spa
Daily: 9 AM to 4 PM
- Szechenyi Baths
Address: Budapest, Állatkerti krt. 9-11, 1146 Hungary
Find on Maps - Lukacs Thermal Baths
Address: Budapest, Frankel Leó út 25-29, 1023 Hungary
Find on Maps - Rudas Baths
Address: Budapest, Döbrentei tér 9, 1013 Hungary
Find on Maps - Palatinus Spa
Address: Budapest, Soó Rezső stny. 1, 1003 Hungary
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- Wheelchair Accessibility: Széchenyi Baths have a wheelchair-accessible entrance and pools that allow individuals with limited mobility to submerge themselves in the warm waters.
- Toilets: There are toilets available throughout the Budapest baths premises.
- Lockers: Almost every Budapest bath ticket gives you access to lockers. You can use these lockers to keep your belongings while you take a dip into the warm waters.
- Private Cabin: You can upgrade your ticket to get a cabin that allows you to change your clothes comfortably.
- Swimwear and Bath Robe Rentals: If you don’t have your own swimwear or bath robes, then you can rent them at the facility. You may have to pay a fee and a deposit, which will be refunded once you return the item.
Lukacs Thermal Baths: You can buy handmade Kolop mud soaps from the Lukacs baths. You can also rent towels and bathrobes in their facility.
Szechenyi Baths: Szechenyi Baths have a spa shop on its premises where visitors can shop for swimsuits, swim caps, towels, and flip-flops. You can purchase a fluffy gift towel embroidered with the Szechenyi Bath logo, which makes for a great luxury keepsake.
Budapest Baths usually have a humble cafe and/or bar inside the premises where visitors can grab a quick bite. For a more elaborate meal, there are restaurants located close to the baths.
Széchenyi Kertvendeglo: Located in the heart of Budapest, next to the Széchenyi Baths, this garden restaurant serves traditional Hungarian cuisine and some international cuisine specialties as well.
Pagony: A one-minute walk from Gellért Baths, Pagony is a former kids’ swimming pool that was turned into a retro-style restaurant. The restaurant has an expansive wine menu and serves Hungarian dishes.
Mazi: This restaurant is hailed as a Greek haven in downtown Budapest. It is a short walk away from the Lukacs thermal baths and serves amazing Mediterranean cuisine.
Budget Hotels: Budapest Ville Bed & Breakfast, Benczúr Hotel, & Hostel Budapest City
Mid-Range Hotels: Mamaison Hotel Andrassy Budapest, Mirage Medic Hotel, & Mystery Hotel Budapest
Luxury Hotels: Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest, Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest, & the Ritz-Carlton, Budapest
Hungarian Parliament: The Hungarian Parliament is almost a century old and is the third-largest parliament building in the world. You can explore 691 rooms, unusual staircases, and intriguing statues in this building.
Danube River Cruises: Take in picturesque views of the city while cruising on the Danube river. There are numerous river cruise packages available to choose from. Romantic cruises, after-dark cruises, and wine-tasting cruises are some of the available options.
Vajdahunyad Castle Budapest: Located in the City Park, this castle’s architecture showcases styles from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. The castle hosts a variety of festivals, concerts, and the Hungarian Agricultural Museums’ exhibitions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Budapest Baths
A. You can book your Budapest Baths tickets online. It is best to pre-book Budapest baths tickets online to ensure guaranteed access to the attraction upon payment confirmation.
A. You can easily book your Budapest Baths tickets online from the comfort of your home. We recommend you book Budapest baths tickets online to avoid standing in long queues.
A. Depending on your ticket type, you can cancel your Budapest baths tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase. The Szechenyi spa tickets with live music and the Lukacs thermal bath full-day access tickets offer these facilities.
A. You can avail of combo Budapest baths tickets to enjoy reduced prices and explore major attractions in the city. You can customize the Szechenyi baths tickets to include a 90-minute Danube river cruise, live music and entertainment, and a visit to the Hungarian parliament. You can also include a visit to the Palinka museum to explore the making of the infamous Hungarian brandy.
A. Budapest Baths tend to get very crowded, even during the weekdays. Try to come in early in the morning to enjoy the warm waters in lesser crowds.
A. Most Budapest Baths are wheelchair accessible. There are also wheelchair-accessible pools available at Szechenyi Baths to allow you to soak yourself in warm waters, even with limited mobility.
A. If you want to spend an entire day soaking in the warm waters, book full-day access tickets to the Szechenyi baths, Rudas baths, or Lukacs thermal baths. If you want to explore some attractions along with the Budapest baths, book the Szechenyi combo tickets, which may include a 90-minute Danube river cruise, a visit to the Hungarian Parliament, or a visit to the Palinka museum, where you can sample the famous Hungarian spirit.
A. You can wear any kind of swimwear to the Budapest baths. Nudity is not welcome in these thermal baths. You can rent towels, swimwear, and bath robes from the baths.
A. Almost every Budapest baths tickets includes access to lockers to store your belongings. You can also upgrade them to include a private cabin to change comfortably.
A. You can bring outside food, however, make sure to not bring glass bottles. They may break and hurt someone.
A. The Szechenyi baths are one of the most important attractions among the other baths. They are the largest medicinal bath in all of Europe and feature 15 indoor and 3 outdoor pools.
A. It is absolutely worth it to spend a day soaking in the warm thermal baths of Budapest. Not only do you get to indulge in wellness sessions and spa treatments, but you also get to experience a slice of ancient Hungarian culture descending from Roman times.
A. The Budapest bath experience includes soaking in the toasty warm waters, indulging in spas and wellness sessions, and swimming in the indoor and outdoor pools. The green surroundings create a fine ambience outside, while the inner pools also have saunas and steam baths.
A. You can spend an entire day soaking in the indoor and outdoor pools and taking in spas, beauty treatments, and wellness sessions at the Budapest baths. You can also plan day trips to surrounding attractions like the Palinka museum, the Hungarian Parliament, or take a 90-minute cruise along the river Danube.
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