Things to do in Bath

Why go to Bath

• Roman Baths

  A remarkably preserved 2,000-year-old bathing complex with steaming sacred spring waters that defined ancient Roman leisure.

• Bath Abbey

  A soaring Gothic masterpiece with stunning fan-vaulted ceilings that dominates the heart of the city.

• Royal Crescent & The Circus

  The most perfect sweeping arc of Georgian townhouses in Britain, a jaw-dropping free outdoor spectacle.

• Thermae Bath Spa

  Bathe in naturally heated mineral waters on a rooftop pool overlooking Bath's Georgian skyline, the only place in Britain you can do it.

• Pulteney Bridge & Weir

  One of only four bridges in the world lined with shops on both sides, with a photogenic horseshoe weir below.

Good to know in Bath

• Transit: Bath has no underground, use First Bus for local routes (day ticket ~$5) or simply walk, as the city centre is entirely navigable on foot in 20 minutes end-to-end.
• Tipping: Not obligatory in the UK, rounding up or leaving 10% in restaurants is appreciated but never expected; pubs generally do not expect tips for bar service.
• Tap water: Tap water is safe and excellent to drink throughout Bath and the UK, carry a reusable bottle and refill freely.
• Free-entry days: Bath Abbey is free to enter for worship services; the Victoria Art Gallery and Holburne Museum are always free; Roman Baths has no free days but book online to save ~10%.

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