Budapest is often called the City of Spas , and for good reason. The city sits on natural hot springs, and thermal bathing has been part of daily life here for centuries. Some baths feel lively and social, others calm and historic. Some are perfect for first-time visitors, while others are more local. Here are the best Budapest's thermal baths! Szechenyi Baths – the most iconic, with amazing outdoor pools Széchenyi Thermal Bath is the most popular thermal bath in Budapest a