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fifteen things to keep in mind when Visiting  szechenyi spa

Opening hours

Most of the facilities at Szechenyi Baths are open from 6 am to 7 pm every day of the week.  While all the facilities start at 6 am, some stay open longer, mainly Outdoor Pools, which close at 10 pm.

Christmas hours

The timings are slightly altered during Christmas –  Dec 24: 6 am to 2 pm, Dec 25: 10 am to 6 pm, Dec 26: 6 am to 8 pm. On Dec 31, it's open from 6 am to 6 pm; on New Year, it's open from 11 am to 8 pm.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit Szechenyi Baths is 10 am when the local regulars have just left, and the tourists are yet to arrive. The next best time is 1.30 pm; weekends are more crowded than weekdays.

Spa isn't for kids

Szechenyi baths are not advisable for kids below 14 because of the increased stress when subjected to high degree Celsius. However, parents can get their kids to the Baths if they want.

Lockers

Lockers are standard wardrobe-type boxes with 120x30x65 cm and a lock to ensure the safety of items inside. The lockers are small, and a big backpack or beach bag may not fit.

Cabins

Cabins are small-sized changing rooms with enough storage facilities. Since the cabin is just right for one person, couples or families are known to take turns changing.

Dress code for men

Men can wear speedo-style swimwear, sporty swim trunks, or shorts with a top or no top. A swim cap is a must to get into the swimming pool.

Dress code for women

All women can wear a bikini, a tankini, shorts, or a one-piece ladies' swimsuit. Burkinis, are not allowed. A swim cap is a must to get into the swimming pool.

What to bring

Remember to bring Swimwear, towels, Flip flops/slippers, Soap and shampoo, Waterproof wallets/purses, a Swimming cap, and Essentials for Summer to Gellert Spa Baths.

Wristband

After the validation at the entrance, a must-wear Smart Silicon wristband is provided, and if lost, an extra fee is paid to get one. This wristband helps to lock and unlock the lockers and Cabins.

Map of Szechenyi

Szechenyi Spa Baths is the biggest thermal spa in Europe, with 18 pools, steam rooms, massage therapy rooms, etc. Visitors feel lost on their first visit, so knowing the floor plan much in advance helps.

Book in advance

Buying Szechenyi Spa Bath tickets online in advance is best because it ensures hassle-free entry by skipping the long lines at the ticket counter.

Fast Track tickets

Szechenyi Spa’s Fast Track tickets are the cheapest and the most popular way to get into Szechenyi Spa Baths.

Late-Night Party

This ticket gets you to access the party that starts at 9.30 pm and goes on until 2 am in water temperatures around 34-38 Celsius and happens only on Saturday nights.

Fast Track Massage

Besides access to all Szechenyi Thermal Spa Baths facilities, this ticket also gets you a private cabin and a relaxing massage. The minimum age requirement for a massage is 18 years.