The 7 Best Thermal Baths in Hungary

1.Budapest Széchenyi Thermal Spa Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,178 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59Our pick

Spend about four hours at Budapest’s Széchenyi Thermal Spa, using 18 indoor and outdoor pools, steam rooms, and saunas. Your ticket includes a private changing cabin or locker access, while towels, proper flip flops, and a swimming cap are extra. A Pálinka Museum option may also be offered, so check exactly what your booking includes.

“Did not include the tasting that we paid for was very disorganized and no one could tell us where the tasting was located”

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2.Budapest Gellert Thermal Spa Full Day Ticket with Cabin or Locker

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 432 reviews · from $51

Spend up to a full day at Budapest’s Gellert Thermal Spa, where mineral springs feed 13 indoor and outdoor pools beneath grand Art Nouveau halls. Your mobile ticket includes a locker or private changing cabin, but bring towels and flip-flops. A swimming cap is required for the pool.

“Really didn’t enjoy it . thr main outside pool wasn’t open so crammed into side pool. You had to purchase flip flops and caps to use the place. Took ages to get served despite having on line tickets and noone gave us advice on which turnstile to go into. Had to ask a random staff member . Would not recommend.”

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3.Lukács Thermal Bath Full-Day Spa Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 189 reviews · 1 day · from $29

Spend a full day at Budapest’s historic Lukács Thermal Bath, soaking in mineral-rich thermal pools, using saunas and steam rooms, and enjoying heated outdoor pools with jets and waterfalls. The $29 ticket includes entry plus a locker or cabin, subject to availability.

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4.Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 188 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend up to a full day at Budapest’s Szechenyi Baths, Europe’s largest public spa complex. You can move between grand outdoor thermal pools, indoor baths, saunas, steam rooms, a gym, and wellness services at your own pace. Bring a towel, flip-flops, and possibly a swim cap.

“Most memorable was arriving and not being able to get tickets. There was some trouble between tour operator and your system. Our receipt was there but could not activate tickets. One of your guest services ladies made a couple of calls and tried to help us, but to no avail. We managed to contact operator and did get the problem rectified over an hour later. We enjoyed our much needed r & r on a beautiful after that start up😎”

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5.Budapest Exclusive Thermal Spa LUKACS LUXURIOUS PRIVATE BEER BATH

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 104 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $76

Spend 45 minutes in a private warm-water tub at Budapest’s Lukács Baths, filled with beer-brewing ingredients rather than beer itself. Czech draft beer flows beside the tub, with pretzels and water included. Bring your own towel and sandals, and note that Lukács Bath admission is separate.

“Really fun, we enjoyed beer and the whole experience. Very nice staff so thank you for making our day better!”

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6.Dandar Thermal Bath Full-Day Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · 1 day · from $22Best value

Spend one day at Dandar Thermal Bath in Budapest, a restored Art Nouveau bath with indoor and outdoor thermal pools, saunas, steam rooms, and massage and beauty services. Your admission includes a cabin or locker, while towels and slippers are sold rather than rented.

“likte å kome ut av turiststrømmen, rolig og godt. kunne trenge litt oppussing”

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7.Széchenyi Thermal Bath Entry with Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · 4 hours · from $95

Spend four hours at Budapest’s Széchenyi Thermal Bath with hotel pickup, entry to 15 indoor pools, 3 outdoor pools, saunas, steam rooms, and whirlpools. Your English-speaking driver returns you to your hotel. Bring swimwear and a towel, or buy one on-site.

“Het is leuk om mee te maken. Denk niet dat je voor je rust komt haha. Sardienen in een blik,maar wel leuk om mee te maken”

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