Bath Guide

No visit to Bath is complete without a trip to the famous Roman Baths. With it being one of the finest thermal spas in the ancient world, it is no wonder the Roman Baths are the largest tourist attraction in the South West of England.

The ruins and treasures from the Romans are skilfully preserved in the world heritage site across four different sections: the Sacred Spring, the Roman Temple, the Roman bath house and finds from Roman Bath – each section worth a visit or two!

Don’t forget to pop down to the ground floor for a taste of the hot Spa water in the Georgian Pump Room.  

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Experience a taste of Bath (quite literally) at Sally Lunn’s – the home of the world famous original Bath Bun. Wander around the kitchen museum and see where the award winning baker Sally Lunn worked her magic. Before, sitting down and tasting one the historic regional specialities.

Sally Lunn’s is not just an eating place, it is also one of Bath’s most historic buildings – for it dates back to 1483, making it Bath’s oldest house.

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Hop on board a boat and take to the exquisite River Avon. Hire a rowing boat and take in the outstanding views at your own pace or enjoy a tranquil cruise along the scenic river and sit back and relax whilst admiring the views and local wildlife. 

The River Avon runs through the beautiful Pulteney Bridge – it is one of the most prestigious bridges in the world. It was built in an attempt to connect central Bath to land on the other side of the River Avon.  The bridge is one of the only historic bridges in the world with shops built in.

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Bath Abbey is at located at the heart of the city and dates back to 1499. The prestigious spot has been admired by many across the years, as the site has been previously housed by two different churches: an Anglo-Saxon Abbey dating back to 757 and a Normal Cathedral which was founded in 1090.

Join the Tower Tour to view the Abbey from a different perspective. The fully guided tour takes 45 – 50 minutes and includes standing on top of the Abbey’s vaulted ceiling and seeing the Abbey bells.

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Step back in time to Jane Austen’s Regency world. Discover the effect living in Bath had on her life and writing plus explore Bath during Regency times.

The Jane Austen Centre celebrates Bath’s most renowned resident. Her knowledge of the city is reflected in her two novels, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion.

Don’t forget to drop into the award winning Regency Tea Rooms on the second floor for a pot of real leaf tea and homemade cake. 

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The Royal Crescent is a must-see sight when visiting Bath; not only is it one of the world’s best known landmarks but the prestigious architectural building will blow your breath away.

The Royal Crescent was built between 1767 and 1775 and was designed by John Wood the Younger.

The crescent consists of 30 houses, one of which is the Royal Crescent Hotel and another open to the public.

The landmark is one of the greatest examples of Georgian architecture in the United Kingdom. No wonder it has been home to a mixture of notable people over the years and used as a backdrop for various film and television shows.

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Bath streets are littered with high street stores, independent shops and market stalls, so you are bound to find something you want to purchase! 

Discover a hidden gem in one of the boutiques in Bath’s Upper Town or find one of your favourite brand names in central Bath. If you are visiting on a Saturday, head to the Western Area of Bath and take a trip to the Bath Farmers’ Market, where you can buy a whole host of meats, cheese and bread.

Make sure you visit the Fashion Museum for some inspiration and to view a world class collection of contemporary and historic dress.

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Bath has many attractive parks and gardens waiting to be explored. Enjoy a leisurely stroll in the Royal Victoria Park, which has a stunning collection of plants and flowers in the Botanical Gardens.

Step back in time in the Georgian Gardens, which has been recreated to illustrate how a typical Georgian garden would have looked. Or why not wander over to the Sydney Gardens, which boasts to be Bath oldest park.

There are a number of beautiful open spaces in Bath to wander around and enjoy the historic sights of Bath. 

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Treat yourself to a day at the Thermae Bath Spa. It’s not just any old spa either; you can enjoy the warm mineral-rich waters which were those the Celts and Romans enjoyed over 2000 years ago. The spa is a unique experience as it is the original and only natural thermal Spa in Britain.

Sit back and relax in either a 2 hour or 4 hour spa session which includes full access to the warm waters and a series of aromatic steam rooms.

The Spa is also special as you get to enjoy the historic buildings along with competemporary designs. Thermae Bath Spa mixes the old with the new.

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From comedy to theatre shows and a packed programme of major events, Bath is a bustling city with a whole list of entertainment to choose from all year round.

Be enthralled by a top quality drama or opera show at the Theatre Royal or head to the Komedia for a diverse range of musical performances.

If you fancy doing something different, join the nightly tour of Bath hosted by Bizarre Bath which takes you on a stroll around Bath with a comic twist.

There are plenty of traditional pubs in Bath as well as a few nightclubs if you fancy partying late into the night! 

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