Mr.Sunshine Posted June 30, 2017 #1 Share Posted June 30, 2017 The Viking DanubeWaltz trip offers a trip to the baths as an excursion. Is it worth it or should I do on my own Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancyevans Posted June 30, 2017 #2 Share Posted June 30, 2017 If you pay extra for thus excursion you can probably do it for a lot less. Public transport is cheap and easy to use. Taxis are cheap, too. But have the concierge call one for you. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HokiePoq Posted June 30, 2017 #3 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Yes, you could probably do it for less, but it was convenient to go with the Viking group since I didn't know the language and couldn't read the signs. The guide helped us with getting into lockers, etc. Quite the experience...mostly young people and families with children there the day we were there. We found the outside pools more pleasant as the sulfur smell got strong indoors. It was an iconic experience and I'll glad I did it but would not go for a repeat trip as it just didn't seem as clean as I would like. I think that may just be the water as dressing rooms were quite clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caviargal Posted June 30, 2017 #4 Share Posted June 30, 2017 It is quite easy to do on your own and then you can choose which bath house. The sulfur smell was a bit much for us when we stopped in. We ended up spending a half day at a lovely spa instead! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soxfan1495 Posted July 6, 2017 #5 Share Posted July 6, 2017 We just returned from a Viking river cruise. We opted to do the visit to the Szechenyi baths through Viking, and enjoyed the excursion. We were told that they used Szechenyi rather than Gellert since Gellert has more steps. A guide provided helpful info on how to use the locker and entry system, which was helpful. It was also nice to not have to think about finding transportation to and from the baths, so we appreciated the convenience. Viking provides a bag with a towel, bathrobe, slippers and bathing cap. You will need the bathing cap if you want to do laps in the (very nice) lap pool. If I was to do it again, I would do it on my own, bring my own sandals or flip flops, since the slippers Viking provides are worse than useless, and the bathrobe is not necessary. I would also bring my own swimming cap so I could fully enjoy the lap pool. Even though the Viking arranged excursion is convenient, it is not necessary to do this through the ship, and you probably you will save money by taking a taxi and doing it on your own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deec Posted July 6, 2017 #6 Share Posted July 6, 2017 We did the baths on our own. It was the perfect first afternoon (after an overnight flight)....sunlight, warm water, not too much thinking required! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 7, 2017 #7 Share Posted July 7, 2017 (edited) We did the baths on our own. It was the perfect first afternoon (after an overnight flight)....sunlight, warm water, not too much thinking required! Thanks everybody! My DH and I are going on our owne around July 21st. We would like to know if there are lockers and if you need to bring a cadenas. Did you have to pay in local money or did you used your credit card ! Thanks in advance ! I cant wait ! Edited July 7, 2017 by mom_suzanne typosssss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancyevans Posted July 8, 2017 #8 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Thanks everybody! My DH and I are going on our owne around July 21st. We would like to know if there are lockers and if you need to bring a cadenas. Did you have to pay in local money or did you used your credit card ! Thanks in advance ! I cant wait ! We wore our swim suits under our clothes. You can get a locker or a private "cabin". Locks are provided and towels. We had a locker for our stuff. Used toilet stall afterwards to change into clothes. Separate men and women's locker areas. Different indoor pools with different mineral content and temperature. Don't miss the outdoor pool with the circular area. When the jets come in you can float around and around with the current. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 9, 2017 #9 Share Posted July 9, 2017 We wore our swim suits under our clothes. You can get a locker or a private "cabin". Locks are provided and towels. We had a locker for our stuff. Used toilet stall afterwards to change into clothes. Separate men and women's locker areas. Different indoor pools with different mineral content and temperature. Don't miss the outdoor pool with the circular area. When the jets come in you can float around and around with the current. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thanks Nancy for information! I am sure we will enjoy it! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deec Posted July 10, 2017 #10 Share Posted July 10, 2017 I do not remember if we used a credit card. I am sure the hotel can call and check for you if they do not know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDC1 Posted July 10, 2017 #11 Share Posted July 10, 2017 The Szechenyi baths do take credit cards. When you walk in you will encounter some women that will try to sell you various packages that include a tour of the facility. The layout is not the easiest to understand the first time there. You can go to the sales booth for cheaper admission. There is a subway station (line 1, yellow line) right behind the building so easy to get to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pflorio994 Posted July 11, 2017 #12 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Check out http://szechenyispabaths.com/ this answered all my questions. Viking arranged for a taxi to take us and pick us up. They also supplied me with robes, towels and caps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 11, 2017 #13 Share Posted July 11, 2017 The Szechenyi baths do take credit cards. When you walk in you will encounter some women that will try to sell you various packages that include a tour of the facility. The layout is not the easiest to understand the first time there. You can go to the sales booth for cheaper admission. There is a subway station (line 1, yellow line) right behind the building so easy to get to. Thanks RDC1!!! We will pay with my credit card ! We will walk it’´s about 2 km from our hotel ! I cannot wait ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 11, 2017 #14 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Check out http://szechenyispabaths.com/ this answered all my questions. Viking arranged for a taxi to take us and pick us up. They also supplied me with robes, towels and caps. Thanks for the link ! I got the French one and it's not so detailed😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDC1 Posted July 12, 2017 #15 Share Posted July 12, 2017 Thanks for the link ! I got the French one and it's not so detailed😊 When we were there (two weeks ago) the exchange rate was 277 to $1. The cabins (changing rooms) were worth the small added expense to provide both a place to change and a secure place to leave thing. Which hotel are you at? An all day ticket for tram/bus/subway is only about $4 and is well worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 12, 2017 #16 Share Posted July 12, 2017 When we were there (two weeks ago) the exchange rate was 277 to $1. The cabins (changing rooms) were worth the small added expense to provide both a place to change and a secure place to leave thing. Which hotel are you at? An all day ticket for tram/bus/subway is only about $4 and is well worth it. Hi , we will be at the Hilton on Vaci 1-3, not far from the bath Széchenyi 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDC1 Posted July 13, 2017 #17 Share Posted July 13, 2017 (edited) Hi , we will be at the Hilton on Vaci 1-3, not far from the bath Széchenyi �� That is the same hotel we stayed at. At the end of the train station you can catch a tram( 4 or 6) to Andrassy where the Oktogon metro station is . We walked to the park where the baths are the first time. After that we took the subway and tram going back and forth. You can take tram 4 or 6 to the stop just before the river and catch tram 2 which goes all along the river and near the main tourist areas. Edited July 13, 2017 by RDC1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 13, 2017 #18 Share Posted July 13, 2017 That is the same hotel we stayed at. At the end of the train station you can catch a tram( 4 or 6) to Andrassy where the Oktogon metro station is . We walked to the park where the baths are the first time. After that we took the subway and tram going back and forth. You can take tram 4 or 6 to the stop just before the river and catch tram 2 which goes all along the river and near the main tourist areas. Thanks! Anny suggestion for the meals ? Any good restaurant ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDC1 Posted July 13, 2017 #19 Share Posted July 13, 2017 Thanks! Anny suggestion for the meals ? Any good restaurant ? Not around the hotel itself. There is a restaurant down along the river between the Intercontinental and the Marriott called Dunacorso that we really enjoyed. It is right next to a stop for tram 2, so easy to get back to the hotel after dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 14, 2017 #20 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Not around the hotel itself. There is a restaurant down along the river between the Intercontinental and the Marriott called Dunacorso that we really enjoyed. It is right next to a stop for tram 2, so easy to get back to the hotel after dinner. Thanks! We'll be there in a week ! Cant wait ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulchili Posted July 14, 2017 #21 Share Posted July 14, 2017 (edited) Thanks! We'll be there in a week ! Cant wait ! The menu for Dunacorso looks great - thank you RDC1: http://www.dunacorso.hu/en/etlap-2017/mobile/index.html#p=8 Suzanne - if you like your desserts, do not miss Gerbaud, both for the setting and its offerings (just a few steps from Dunacorso): http://www.gerbeaud.hue/ Also the very colorful Central Market Hall: https://www.budapestbylocals.com/great-market-hall.html And of course the Parliament: http://www.parlament.hu/en/web/house-of-the-national-assembly Enjoy! Edited July 14, 2017 by Paulchili Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDC1 Posted July 14, 2017 #22 Share Posted July 14, 2017 The menu for Dunacorso looks great - thank you RDC1:http://www.dunacorso.hu/en/etlap-2017/mobile/index.html#p=8 Suzanne - if you like your desserts, do not miss Gerbaud, both for the setting and its offerings (just a few steps from Dunacorso): http://www.gerbeaud.hue/ Also the very colorful Central Market Hall: https://www.budapestbylocals.com/great-market-hall.html And of course the Parliament: http://www.parlament.hu/en/web/house-of-the-national-assembly Enjoy! The Central Market was interesting, but gets very crowded. The restaurant booths are upstairs with very narrow walk ways. In my opinion much too crowded to be enjoyable eating there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulchili Posted July 14, 2017 #23 Share Posted July 14, 2017 The Central Market was interesting, but gets very crowded. The restaurant booths are upstairs with very narrow walk ways. In my opinion much too crowded to be enjoyable eating there. Agreed - the market is not a "dining destination" - although good for a quick ethnic snack. It's more for the overall atmosphere and local flavor as well as some souvenirs upstairs. Personally, I love the Hungarian sausages of which there is an endless selection in the Hall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom_suzanne Posted July 15, 2017 #24 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Agreed - the market is not a "dining destination" - although good for a quick ethnic snack. It's more for the overall atmosphere and local flavor as well as some souvenirs upstairs.Personally, I love the Hungarian sausages of which there is an endless selection in the Hall. Thanks everybody ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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