The best things to do in Bath England
One of England’s most beautiful places to visit, Bath is a city known for its natural hot springs, Georgian architecture, and of course its ancient Roman baths. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must visit for anyone exploring the UK. From the famous historic sites, to the picturesque Royal Crescent and the great food scene, there’s something for everyone in Bath. In this blog post you can discover all the best things to do in Bath and make sure you get the most out of your visit to this lovely city.
The best things to do in Bath England
1. The Roman Baths
The Roman Baths are one of the most well-preserved ancient Roman sites in the world and a must-visit when you’re in Bath. This historic site offers a glimpse into the lives of the Romans who lived in the city many years ago.
On your visit you’ll be able to see the Great Bath – a pool surrounded by Roman architecture, where the Romans would bathe and socialise; the Sacred Spring – the natural hot spring that supplies the baths with its mineral-rich water, the spring has been there since Roman times and continues to flow today; The Museum – home to a big collection of Roman artefacts.
Tips for visiting the Roman Baths
Book your tickets in advance to avoid having to queue when you get there. Visit close to opening or closing times to be able to explore the baths without so many tourists.
2. Prior Park
Prior Park in Bath is a beautiful National Trust garden on a hillside overlooking Bath. Prior Park has winding paths to explore, a Palladian Bridge and offers some of the best views of Bath city.
3. The Royal Crescent
If you’re looking for the best instagram spots in Bath, don’t miss the Royal Crescent. The Royal Crescent is a beautiful historic curved street of terraced houses, it’s home to the Bath Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa and the No 1 Royal Crescent heritage museum.
4. Bath Abbey
The last Gothic Church in England, Bath Abbey is a stunning church with stained-glassed windows and honey-gold columns. You can pay £6.50 to visit inside the abbey, but it’s also beautiful to just admire from the outside.
5. Abbey Green
One of the best photo spots in Bath, Abbey Green is a charming cobbled square in Bath. In Abbey Green you’ll find the very cute The Bath Bun Tea Shoppe, as well as other cafes and pubs to stop and have a drink at and enjoy people watching in the pretty square.
6. Pulteney Bridge
Pulteney Bridge in Bath is considered to be one of the most beautiful bridges in the world. One of only four bridges in the world to have shops spanning across both sides and the full length of the bridge – and an iconic photo spot in Bath – Pulteney Bridge should definitely be high up on your Bath bucket list.
7. Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum
Sally Lunn’s is a famous historic eating house in Bath and home of the original Bath buns. You can find Sally Lunn’s in one of the oldest houses in Bath – in North Parade Passage – and as well as going to sample one of their famous buns, you can also visit for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, and visit the Sally Lunn’s museum.
8. The Hunstsman Pub
The pub behind the oldest facade in Bath – The Huntsman is a charming pub in Bath city centre, offering refined pub classics and a well stocked bar.
9. The Circus
Another beautiful historic crescent street in Bath, The Circus is another picture perfect street not to miss on a trip to Bath.
The best places to stay in Bath UK
Bath has a great selection of lovely hotels to stay at. These 3 hotels all offer gorgeous rooms and are in great central locations close to the must visit places in Bath – Broad Street Townhouse, The Bird, Hotel Indigo
How to get to Bath, England
Bath is just over an hour’s train ride from London, so it’s a perfect place to go for a weekend away or a day trip.
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