Visit Budapest's historic pools for a classic thermal-soak experience and see why Rick Steves loves its steamy ambiance more ...

Budapest's thermal baths have been soothing souls for centuries. These mineral-rich waters melt away stress, provide muscle relief and improve circulation after even a short soak. There are more than ...

Co-founder of the Hungarian cult skincare line Omorovicza, Margaret de Heinrich shares her favourite thermal baths in Budapest, from the spectacular Széchenyi to the glam Gellért. Glamorous Budapest ...

Centuries ago, the towns of Buda and Pest, the leading cities of a mighty Hungarian kingdom, united to become Budapest. Today, Hungary’s vibrant capital maintains its stately ambience and offers ...

Centuries ago, the towns of Buda and Pest, the leading cities of a mighty Hungarian kingdom, united to become Budapest. Today, Hungary's vibrant capital maintains its stately ambience and offers ...

Swimsuits are the norm; nudity is optional. Two of Budapest’s baths — Szechenyi and Gellert — are the best known, most representative, and most convenient for first-timers. To soak with the locals, ...

It was cold outside in Budapest on the day I visited Széchenyi Bath (or fürdő in Hungarian), a Neo-baroque-style bathhouse built in 1913. Snow flurries were intermittent and wondrous, the chill broken ...

In Budapest, political disputes and aging infrastructure have led to cascading problems, and prolonged closings, at several of the city’s beloved baths.

In Budapest, Hungary’s vibrant capital, you can sample spicy paprika at the Great Market Hall (designed by Gustave Eiffel), sip coffee in a genteel turn-of-the-20th-century cafe, and enjoy an ...

The end of summer always initially feels like a bummer, but once you've gotten over your summer scaries, it's basically nothing but blue skies, pumpkin spice lattes, and hygge-inducing clothing ahead.

U.S. News Insider Tip: On your way in to Gellért Spa, grab a plush towel from the gift shop. Available in all the colors of the rainbow, they make a great souvenir. – Debra Smith A soak in a thermal ...