Russian & Turkish Baths
Gyms · New York, NY
About
Walking into Russian & Turkish Baths, you'll find a mix of saunas, steam rooms, and cold plunge pools that have been here since 1892. This East Village institution is a pay-as-you-go spot where the crowd is mixed gay-straight, friendly, and down-to-earth. The place offers unique treatments like the Platza Oak Leaf scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub, plus Swedish massage by licensed therapists. There's no rush to book — you can sign up for a treatment when you arrive.
Men-only hours run Sunday 8am-2pm and Thursday 12pm-5pm, though a reviewer warns that security enforces strict conduct rules during those times. The regular hours are Mon-Fri 12pm-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 9am-10pm. Bring flip-flops. Your robe and towels are provided.
Located in the East Village near 1st Ave., this bathhouse is a historic staple of the neighborhood.
Features
- ✓Pay-as-you-go, no membership needed
- ✓Platza Oak Leaf scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub
- ✓Swedish massage by licensed therapists
- ✓Gender-specific men's hours on Sunday and Thursday
Practical
What people say
Rated from 468 reviews. 2 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Russian Turkish Baths on E 10th Street”
Men-only hours are Sunday 8am-2pm and Thursday 12pm-5pm. During those times, some men engage in sexual activity, but security guards are present and threaten arrest, jail, and sex-offender registration. Many patrons have been ejected for inappropriate behavior. This creates an awkward atmosphere for anyone who witnesses it.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a membership? +
No, you can pay as you go.
What are the men-only hours? +
Sunday 8am to 2pm and Thursday 12pm to 5pm.
Is the crowd gay-friendly? +
Yes, the crowd is mixed gay-straight and down-to-earth.
What treatments are available? +
Swedish massage, Platza Oak Leaf scrub, Dead Sea Salt Scrub, and soap washes.
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