The Russian tradition of visiting the Bathing House has many myths around it, so why not visit the most famous Russian Banyas - Sandunóvskie Baths for the real Russian experience? Embark on a journey through time while cleansing your body and soul.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese
- Pickup included
- Pick-up from your hotel.
Experience
Highlights
- Relax into the hot baths of Sandunóvskie
- Feel your skin become replenished
- Experience baths like a true Russian
- Learn about the history and traditions of the Russian Banya
Full description
As you enter the building you will be astounded by the mosaics and the frescos in the hallway leading to the changing rooms. As you go up the intricate staircase, you will enter the changing rooms. Besides being subdivided by gender between women and men, they are also subdivided into three classes for men and two for women.
Once you get yourself situated, change into the appropriate clothing and enjoy the experience in going into a hot steam room, heated by wood just as hundreds years ago. Dip in to the waters of a cold pool surrounded with frescos. Use a fragrant bundle of twigs called a besom (or venik) briskly all over your body – this way epitomizing your Russian Experience.
A Russian proverb perfectly summarizes the health benefits of the banya, literally translating to mean "the day you spend in the banya is the day you do not age."
Includes
- Entrance fees
- Professional guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- All bathing accessories: Sanduny banya hat, towel, bed sheet, slippers
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food & drinks
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Know before you go
- Please note, that for bookings of 2 or more people, and for those that would like to stay together, you can upgrade to a private room at no extra charge (if available). Please let the tour supplier know in advance if you would like this.
