Sauna City Guide

Bathhouse Philadelphia

Philadelphia

BathhouseBanyaContrast therapyCold plungeAufgussCo-ed

The New York bathhouse brand's first location outside NYC, a large coed spa under the Bellevue in Center City with a dry Aufguss sauna, a wood-stove banya, an infrared sauna, a steam room and three thermal pools.

More about Bathhouse Philadelphia

Most of the bathhouse sits in the basement of the historic Bellevue building, with its entrance on Walnut Street in the former Tiffany & Co. space. A day pass covers the dry sauna, the banya, the infrared sauna, the steam room and three pools: hot, neutral and a cold plunge. Towels and slippers are provided; bring your own swimsuit.

The dry sauna doubles as the event sauna, where sauna masters lead Aufguss sessions with scented water and towel waving through the day. A cafe serves light bites, smoothies, beer and wine between rounds, and massages can be booked separately. Guests must be 18 or older, and booking ahead is strongly encouraged even though walk-ins are allowed.

At a glance

Bathhouse Philadelphia has a Finnish sauna (185°F), a banya (185–195°F), an infrared sauna (135°F) and a steam room (115°F), plus a cold pool. A day pass costs $29. Swimsuit required, 18+ only and booking recommended.

Hottest sauna
195°F
Cold plunge
Yes
Day pass
$29

Saunas

  • Finnish (dry)185°F
  • Banya (wet heat)185–195°F
  • Infrared135°F
  • Steam room115°F

Aufguss sessions

Hot pools

Cold plunge

  • Cold poolTemp not listed

Before you go

Swimsuit
Required
Co-ed
Yes, co-ed
Booking
Recommended
Minimum age
18+
Towels
Included
Food and drinks
Available

Day passes start at $29; the price varies by day and time. Massages include access to the saunas and pools. Prices checked October 2026.

Getting there

1418 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

Frequently asked questions

How much is a day pass at Bathhouse Philadelphia?

A day pass at Bathhouse Philadelphia costs $29 (checked October 2026). Prices change, so confirm on the official website before you go.

What kind of sauna does Bathhouse Philadelphia have?

Bathhouse Philadelphia has a finnish (dry) at 185°F, a banya (wet heat) at 185–195°F, an infrared at 135°F and a steam room at 115°F.

Does Bathhouse Philadelphia have a cold plunge?

Yes. Bathhouse Philadelphia has a cold pool.

Is Bathhouse Philadelphia co-ed?

Yes, the sauna areas at Bathhouse Philadelphia are co-ed.

Do you need a swimsuit at Bathhouse Philadelphia?

Yes, swimsuits are required at Bathhouse Philadelphia.

Do you need to book Bathhouse Philadelphia in advance?

Booking is recommended at Bathhouse Philadelphia, especially on evenings and weekends.

Does Bathhouse Philadelphia have aufguss?

Yes, Bathhouse Philadelphia runs aufguss sessions, where a sauna master pours water on the stones and fans the heat around the room.

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Sources

We last confirmed Bathhouse Philadelphia is open in October 2026. Spotted something out of date?