Rudas Bath 

Rudas Bath, with its iconic octagonal core dating back to the Ottoman era, blends centuries of history with modern wellness. You can soak in healing thermal pools, enjoy revitalizing massages, and explore a variety of saunas surrounded by imperial elegance. To top it off, relax in the rooftop jacuzzi and take in stunning panoramic views of Budapest. 

1013 Budapest, Döbrentei tér 9. | Website 

Lukács Bath 

The story of the Lukács Bath stretches back to the days of Roman Pannonia, and the Knights Templar were the first to construct a proper bathhouse here during the Middle Ages. Today, the site has evolved into a modern spa complex, offering everything from open-air thermal pools to a top-notch wellness area. 

1023 Budapest, Frankel Leó út 25-29. | Website

Veli Bej Bath 

Next to Szent Lukács Thermal Bath lies Veli Bej Bath, built during the Turkish era on marshy ground supported by wooden piles. Once the city’s largest Turkish bath, it was enhanced for healing purposes. Today, its oriental ambiance invites guests to unwind in thermal pools, saunas, jacuzzis, and massage rooms. 

1023 Budapest, Árpád fejedelem útja 7. | Website

Dandár Bath 

Charming Art Deco–style Dandár Baths once served as a simple sanitary bath before being transformed into a cozy thermal retreat. Today, it’s one of Budapest’s more intimate bathhouses with three warm thermal pools, two inviting outdoor baths, and a snug little sauna area that’s ideal for unwinding when the weather turns cold. 

1095 Budapest, Dandár u. 3. | Website

Pesterzsébet Bath 

This serene water retreat is perfect for a winter escape, offering a soothing mix of indoor and outdoor pools, a chic sauna area, and a full range of wellness services — an inviting haven to unwind and warm up as the days grow cooler. Loved by both locals and visitors alike, it’s a welcoming spot where everyone can soak, relax, and enjoy a tranquil break from the bustle of the city. 

1203 Budapest, Vízisport u. 2. | Website

Aquaworld 

When it’s cold outside, it’s always summer at Aquaworld! Dive into tropical adventures with 17 pools, 11 thrilling slides, and the mysterious Angkor temple ruins. Unwind in Budapest’s largest sauna complex with unique programs — warmth, fun, and relaxation await all year round. 

1044 Budapest, Íves út 16. | Website

Explore the City Park’s Széchenyi Bath too:

A Green Oasis of Fun: 9 Places to Visit in the Magical City Park

In a vibrant city like Budapest, every patch of green is a true treasure. No wonder locals love to spend time in the charming City Park.

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Historic Thermal Baths 

No matter which city card you pick, you get free entry to the Lukács Baths and a nice 20% discount on tickets to the beautiful Széchenyi Baths. After a full day of exploring the city, there’s nothing better than relaxing in one of these iconic thermal baths. It’s the perfect way to recharge! 

Danube River Cruise 

Choose any of the city cards, you’re in for at least one free Danube river cruise! It’s a fantastic way to catch all the top sights along the riverbanks. You’ll get awesome views of the Buda Castle District, the Citadel, and the Parliament. Plus, don’t miss the stunning panorama of Margaret Island! 

Colourful City Park 

When in Budapest, don’t miss out on exploring City Park—it’s one of the biggest and coolest parks in the city! With any city card, you can hit up the Museum of Fine Arts for free, and you’ll snag a 10% discount on tickets to the House of Music Hungary. It’s a gripping mix of culture and nature! 

Buda Castle 

You absolutely have to check out the magical Buda Castle and the surrounding area! With the 72 PLUS Budapest Card and the 72 PLUS Tourist Pass, you can explore Matthias Church for free and ride the panoramic Buda Castle Funicular that connects the Chain Bridge to Buda Castle.  

Winter Wonderland 

Budapest is bringing the winter magic to the heart of the city with a special ice rink at Városháza Park! At the Városháza Winter Wonderland, you can glide across the ice and feel like you’re in a fairytale—right in the middle of the city! Plus, if you’ve got a city card, you’ll score a 20% discount. 

Museum Hopping 

With a city card, you get free entry to tons of museums in Budapest, which is the perfect way to spend a chilly day! One of our top picks is the Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center, housed in a beautiful Art Nouveau building downtown. It’s got some really interesting photo exhibitions worth checking out! 

Learn more about the Budapest Card and its special deals at budapestinfo.hu!

Find out more about the top attractions in the magical Buda Castle:

Exploring Buda Castle: Must-See Sights and Hidden Gems

Nestled atop Buda’s hills, the Castle District is a captivating blend of history and architecture.

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Soaking in hot water has a number of benefits: it improves blood circulation, relaxes the muscles, helps relieve the pain that come from arthritis, and opens up the pores in our skin so that oils and dirt can be cleaned out. Personally, we love a hot bath mostly because it promotes relaxation and it is a proven way to de-stress and unwind. Everything else is just the icing on the cake. If you are like us, pay a body and heart-warming visit to one of Budapest’s best bathing facilities in the cold winter days!

Dandár Thermal Bath

District IX’s wellness complex operated as a sanitary bath back in the day. It was first opened in 1930, and got slightly damaged during World War II but reopened in 1945. It only became a thermal bath following its 1978 renovation. Today Dandár Bath is equipped with three thermal pools, open-air thermal bath and a mini sauna world. Its hot spring water contains calcium, magnesium, hydrogen-carbonate, and sulphate-chloride.

Széchenyi Thermal Baths

Located close to the Heroes’ Square and Vajdahunyad Castle in City Park, Széchenyi Bath’s iconic yellow walls are known by everyone who has ever looked at Budapest pictures shared on Instagram. The bath was built in 1913, and its name often comes up in conversations regarding the capital city’s must-visit attractions. In addition to its 18 pools filled with healing natural hot spring water, there are 10 saunas and steam cabins too.

Király Thermal Baths

Three thermal pools, an immersion pool, a Jacuzzi and a wooden hot tub are awaiting you at historic Király Thermal Baths, a bathing facility that was constructed by the Pasha of Buda in 1565. After the reoccupation of Buda, the bath was acquired by the König (which means king in English and király in Hungarian) family, who arranged to rebuild the construction with the aim of preserving its monumental character. Its water is supplied from Lukács Thermal Bath.

Lukács Thermal Bath

Today it may be the Mecca of relaxation, but during the time of the Turkish occupation, Lukács Bath’s springs were used for something totally unexpected: producing gunpowder and grinding wheat. As for now, the 12th century bath has two swimming pools, a leisure pool, and thermal pools as well as a Kneipp and a plunge pool, but if we were you, we wouldn’t miss out on trying the saunas and the Himalayan salt wall either.

St. Gellért Spa

One of Budapest’s most beautiful spas (just look at its Art Nouveau hall) is undoubtedly St. Gellért Spa, which also happens to be the favourite de-stressing location of Hollywood stars. It has been operating as a thermal bath ever since its opening of 1918 when it offered medicinal water treatments. The imposing building gives home to 5 indoor and two outdoor pools (one of them is a sitting thermal pool).

*Good to know*

Opening hours might vary in the holiday season.
Do not spend more time (depending on the temperature) in the pool then recommended.
Bring along your plastic sandals or flip-flops.