Walking its cobbled streets feels like stepping into a living novel, where Georgian elegance meets modern creativity in every café and shop. Today, Bath is less a static museum than a vibrant hub for art, food, and heritage tourism, inviting you to soak not just in the thermal waters, but in its enduring charm and welcoming atmosphere.
Do Bath the way locals do: start slow at Royal Victoria Park, eat where the regulars do at Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum, let the evening run long at The Raven.
Top things to do in Bath
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The Roman Baths
Roman bathhouse & temple with spring water, Pump Room restaurant, museum & audio tour for kids.
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Cheddar Gorge and Caves
Cathedral-like caves with 9000 years of human history that gave its name to England's famous cheese.
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Pulteney Bridge
Historic bridge built in 1774 with notable architecture & rows of stores lining each side.
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Royal Victoria Park
Sprawling Victorian parklands with lawns, skate park, playgrounds, boating and tennis.
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Boom Battle Bar Bath
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Wookey Hole Caves
Extensive network of limestone caves to explore with an on-site paper mill and family attractions.
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Thermae Bath Spa
Modern glass-&-stone spa with thermal waters, Roman origins & an open rooftop swimming pool.
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Royal Crescent
Massive green grassy lawns next to the Royal Crescent with serene views of historic architecture.
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The Jane Austen Centre
Small museum chronicling the life & times of the famous writer Jane Austen, plus a Regency tearoom.
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Avon Valley Adventure Park
Farmyard favourites and petting zoo with children's playground, mini train, go-karts and river walk.
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Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum
Bath's oldest house (c.1483), home of the famous Sally Lunn Bun (a semi-sweet bread) and tearoom.
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The Scallop Shell
Colourful distressed furniture fills this wood-dominated venue specialising in fish and seafood.
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Sotto Sotto
Classic Italian menu with a contemporary twist in candlelit vaulted cellars with bare stone walls.
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Opa Bath
Greek meze and cocktails served in vaulted cellars with plush drapes and candle light.
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Sanremo The Italian Restaurant
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The Ivy Bath Brasserie & Garden
Locally sourced seasonal recipes & afternoon tea are served in this sophisticated eatery.
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The Oven
A menu featuring classic & creative pizzas & Italian fare in a casual setting with outdoor seating.
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Cappadocia Turkish Restaurant
Relaxed, simple restaurant serving authentic Turkish fare from kebabs to casseroles, plus takeaway.
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Bath Skyline
Hilltop views of city rooftops & World Heritage site accessed via a 6-mile meadow & woodland trail.
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Mayor of Bath's Corps of Honorary Guides
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Bath Ghost Tours
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Mad Max Tours
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Scarper Tours
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In and Beyond Bath
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Royal Victoria Park
Sprawling Victorian parklands with lawns, skate park, playgrounds, boating and tennis.
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Mendip Hills National Landscape
These notable limestone hills draw hikers & spelunkers with its many caves & ancient historic sites.
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Alexandra Park
Green space with scenic city views, mature trees, picnicking, a playground & more.
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Prior Park
National Trust gardens overlooking Bath with follies, Palladian bridges, lakes and woodland.
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Conham River Park
Local government-owned woodland reserve & a stone riverside footpath with picnic benches.
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The Raven
Family-run pub serving real ales, and local pies at big wooden tables inside 2 Georgian townhouses.
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Boom Battle Bar Bath
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Hall & Woodhouse Bath
Chic bar and British restaurant with a modern vintage vibe in 4 airy rooms with a roof terrace.
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The Dark Horse
Classic & inventive cocktails poured in an intimate atmosphere with antique decor & wood accents.
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