Budapest is known as the 'City of Spas'. The city's bathing culture, which dates back to Roman times, has always been a center for socializing, relaxation, and healing, going beyond simple hygiene. At the pinnacle of that culture stands a giant Neo-Baroque palace, the Szechenyi Thermal Bath.


A Thermal Bath in a Palace

The Szechenyi Thermal Bath is the largest thermal bath complex in Europe. With 18 indoor and outdoor pools, and 10 saunas and steam rooms, the numbers alone give a sense of its overwhelming scale.

However, the true value of this place lies in an experience that transcends its scale. Soaking in the mineral-rich thermal water, drawn from 1,246 meters below ground, while surrounded by the magnificent palace buildings is a truly surreal experience. The most iconic scene here is that of locals playing chess while soaking in the outdoor thermal pool—a special moment where you become a part of the city's daily life, not just a tourist.


Two Faces, Day and Night

The Szechenyi Thermal Bath shows two completely different faces depending on the time.

If daytime at Szechenyi is a space of peaceful 'relaxation' under the warm sun, on Saturday night, it transforms into the world's most unique club. This event, called the 'Sparty', is a giant pool party that unfolds amidst spectacular lights and a DJ's music. The coexistence of quiet relaxation and hot passion—this is the real charm of Szechenyi.

If you want to avoid the long ticket lines at the Szechenyi Thermal Bath, we recommend booking a 'Szechenyi Thermal Bath Fast Track Ticket' in advance on WAUG. This is because you can save not only money but also time. Relaxation in a palace, the daily life of locals, and a night of passionate partying—the Szechenyi Thermal Bath will add more diverse memories to your Budapest trip.
 

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