Welcome to the Roman city of Bath. This historical city lends itself to the very best in sightseeing tours, composed from masterpieces in Georgian architecture and a rich and diverse offering for the ultimate English experience. From world-class art museums, the UK’s only natural hot spring, Michelin-star restaurants and its remarkable selection of heritage inspired days-out, Bath offers the opportunity to indulge in its Roman history and the ever-evolving cityscape which has stood proudly in the thousands of years since.
Nightlife
Discover delightful evening entertainment with an awe-inspiring performance at The Theatre Royal Bath, raise the stakes with the Century Casino or, savour the sounds of live jazz in the Green Park Brasserie, Saint James Wine Vaults or the Circo Cellar Bar & Cocktail Lounge. For those wishing to unwind, there is always the option to book into the city’s luxury Tivoli Cinema or, take self-care one step further and indulge in a Twilight Package in the Rooftop Pool, with the Thermae Bath Spa.
Attractions
UNESCO The Roman Baths, No.1 Royal Crescent, Bath Abbey, Pulteney Bridge, Thermae Bath Spa, the Holborne Museum, Fashion Museum Bath, Sally Lunn’s House, Herschel Museum of Astronomy, Jane Austen Centre, Theatre Royal, Museum of East Asian Art, American Museum and Gardens, Victoria Art Gallery, Prior Park Landscape Bath, Sydney Gardens, Beckford’s Tower and Museum, Museum of Bath Architecture, Museum of Bath at Work, Bath City Farm, Bath Postal Museum, Alexandra Park, The Edge & Andrew Brownsword Gallery, Royal Victoria Park, The Circus, Bath Assembly Rooms, Bath Racecourse, Museum of Bath Stone.
Travel tips:
- Panoramic views of the city can be obtained from nearby Alexandra Park, just a 20-minute walk from the city centre. Alternatively, Bath’s Skyline Walk rewards exercise with an abundance of photographic opportunities.
- The Museum Saver Ticket permits entry to three world-class museums within 90 days, enabling each purchaser to enjoy multiple savings. Purchase this ticket online to save 10% or, at the admission desk of the Roman Baths, Fashion Museum or Victoria Art Gallery.
- Midweek visits to Bath’s wealth of attractions offer a more intimate and quieter look into the city’s secrets. Some museums close on Mondays - checking admission prices and opening times in advance of your visit is always recommended!
- Buskers have long been a standing tradition in the city’s busy highstreets, squares and communal areas. From street circus performers, new musical talent, gravity defying painted statues and, even musicians playing spoons! Bath exhibits a wealth of talent and provides a vibrant atmosphere provided for all visiting shoppers to the area
- A free downloadable map of Bath is available from the Visit Bath website: https://visitbath.co.uk/plan-your-visit/maps-and-guides