Why visit / Interesting facts:
- A unique and relaxing thermal bath experience
- Striking Neo-baroque building complex
Time required: 120 minutes
Phone: +36-1-363-3210
Web site: http://www.budapestgyogy...
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Daily: | 6am - 10pm |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | 2800 - 3750 HUF |
Public transport:
- Metro Line 1: Széchenyi Fürdő station
Address: 1146 Budapest, Állatkerti krt. 11.
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Photo: Vlastula
Things you need to know:
- Szechenyi Bath and Spa is located in a stunning Neo-baroque building, an attraction on its own right
- It opened its gates in 1913 as the first permanent bath in Pest; a temporary bath in the same location dates back to 1881
- This is Europe's largest medicinal bath; the complex has 15 pools (both indoor and outdoor) and offers a full range of thermal water treatments
- Sauna, steam room and massage services are also available here
- Two thermal springs supply it with water; their temperature are 74 °C (165 °F) and 77 °C (171 °F)
- The bath is named after Count Istvan Szechenyi, the 'greatest Hungarian', mastermind and financer of the Chain Bridge
What to do there:
- Admire the stunning Neo-baroque exterior of the building
- Buy your ticket. You will be given what appears to be a watch. At the turn styles the attendant will activate your "watch". This is your electronic key for a secure locker to store your belongings
- Head to the changing rooms and after storing your clothes in the lockers (using your "watch") enter the bathing area
- Explore all of the indoor medicinal baths or head out the open air pools
- Do not miss the famous pool chess boards, where Hungarian men gather around to play
- Enjoy different types of saunas inside the complex along with various massages
Tips & Insights:
- The bath is for both sexes
- If you forgot your towel or swimsuit they can be rented or bought in the spa
- On weekends and holidays the entrance fee is higher than on weekdays
- It is an unforgettable experience to bathe in the outside thermal pools in the cold winter
