With more than 100 geothermal springs coursing below the city and being home to more than a dozen thermal baths, Budapest has earned its title as the “City of Spas.”
There are thousands of springs in Hungary alone, thanks to its geological location on a thin part of the Earth’s crust. Budapest is particularly abundant in these thermal waters, where each spring in the capital carries a distinct mineral profile said to treat various health concerns. Taking the waters in Budapest is not something left behind in the past, as some doctors will still prescribe patients balneological cures at the baths. But you don’t need a doctor’s note to enjoy the Budapest bath experience, so we’ve narrowed down the best ones to add to your travel itinerary.
