Bath
Why we love Bath
Bath is the city that has it all. Look beyond its UNESCO World Heritage status and discover a destination bursting with cultural and gastronomic delights, from live music and comedy to captivating tours and experiences.
From a paddle down the River Avon, to touring the Bridgerton filming locations made famous by Netflix’s smash hit series – you won’t be short of finding adventure. Bust out your best moves at the world’s largest greenfield music and arts festival, Glastonbury, that sets up nearby every June, or discover life through the eyes of a literary favourite at the annual Jane Austen Festival, celebrating 250 years since the author’s birth in 2025. From shopping and exploring the Roman baths, to taking a dip in the mineral-rich waters of the rooftop pool at Thermae Bath Spa, this is one place not to be missed.
Behind the scenes of Bridgerton
Listening to a soundtrack from the show, discover the houses of Lady Danbury and the Featheringtons, spot the real-life ’Modiste’ – Madame Delacroix’s dress shop – and much more on a Bridgerton-themed tour of Bath.
Bath Carnival
This free festival brings Bath’s local community together through music and arts. At the always-inclusive Bath Carnival you can expect drumming bands, dancers, giant costumes and sound systems pumping into the night.
Bath Fringe Festival
From comedy and cabaret to workshops and walks: anything is possible at this eclectic arts festival! Every year, the Bath Fringe Festival presents entertainment for all the family – with dancing, exhibitions, film screenings, live music and more.
Step back in time
Explore fashionable life in 18th-century Georgian Bath at the magnificently restored No. 1 Royal Crescent, the town-house museum which doubled as the home of the Featheringtons in Bridgerton. The museum has been decorated and furnished just as it would have looked during the period 1776-1796.
Discover diverse flavours
Fill your tummy with foodie delights on a city tour with a bite! Say hi to the locals as you pass through Bath’s streets, tucking into artisanal treats, sweet locally baked buns and seasonal produce.
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Famed for its Roman spa and Georgian architecture, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath has long been celebrated as a wellness and cultural retreat.
Celebrate Bath’s most famous resident at the Regency-themed Jane Austen Festival or learn more at the Jane Austen Centre.
Discover filming locations for Netflix hit series Bridgerton as you explore the city, including No. 1 Royal Crescent and the Holburne Museum.
Unwind in the mineral-rich waters of Thermae Bath Spa’s rooftop pool.
Fun fact
Fun fact
Bath’s Pulteney Bridge, designed in 1769 by Robert Adam, is one of only four bridges in the world to feature shops the entire length of both sides.
Did you know?
Did you know?
Bath is the only entire UK city with UNESCO World Heritage status, with its rich cultural attractions celebrated at Bath’s World Heritage Centre.
Bath has more museums in one square mile than any other English city, including the fascinating House of Frankenstein and the grand Holburne Museum.
The Roman Baths, built around 70AD, is one of the best-preserved Roman remains anywhere in the world - now an interactive museum.
In 2007, more than 17,500 Roman coins were discovered in the city, with the Beau Street Hoard now on display at the Roman Baths.
The planet Uranus was identified in Bath by William Herschel in 1781, spotted from his home-made telescope in his garden on New King Street. The house is now a museum dedicated to music and astronomy.
Things to do in Bath
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Water world
The sun’s out, the flowers are blooming and Bath’s beautiful waterways await. Will you explore them by narrowboat, canoe or punt?
Explore Bath by boat
Sounds of the summer
Dance the night away to world-class music, stand-up comedy, circus performers and eclectic film at Glastonbury Festival. This is one creatively cultural experience not to be missed by the party-goers.
Learn more about Glastonbury Festival
Take a dip
Bath’s inviting waters have soothed weary travellers for over 2,000 years – and now it’s your turn. Thermae Bath Spa is a treat for all the senses thanks to its warm, mineral-rich pools and tempting menu of spa treatments. Try the Twilight package for a magical evening beneath the stars.
Recharge at Thermae Bath Spa
Bath at Christmas
From an amble through its traditional Christmas market to a steamy twilight swim at the city’s rooftop pool – winter is a magical time in Bath with glistening lights and plenty of festive fayre.
Learn more about Bath at ChristmasPlaces to stay in Bath
Central Bath
Bath’s centre is where you’ll find most of its incredible historical and cultural gems. Think handsome Georgian architecture, top-notch museums and the only place in Britain where you can bathe in natural thermal hot springs.
Walcot
From cosy pubs to trendy bars – head north of the city centre for a fabulous nightlife scene. Check out its artisan quarter for independent boutiques galore.
Victoria Park
This area features perhaps Bath’s most famous street, the truly awesome, horseshoed-shaped Royal Crescent (built in the 1700s). It’s close to the centre and oozing with Regency charm.
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Getting to Bath
Well connected by air, train, coach and bus to destinations across the UK, getting to and around Bath is easy. Bath is located in South West England and Bristol International Airport is the closest airport, just 19 miles (30 kilometres) away. The A4 Air Decker bus service is direct to Bath from the airport, taking around 45 minutes.
From London, there is a high-speed train with Great Western Rail from London Paddington to Bath Spa train station taking around 80 minutes.
There is a coach service from London Heathrow to Bath with National Express taking just over two hours.
Getting around
By bus
Bath's public bus service is well connected throughout the city and beyond. First West Bus is the largest operator, or you could try a hop-on, hop-off city sightseeing bus tour.
By foot
A compact city, Bath is great to explore by foot, with a good selection of free maps and guides, plus countryside walks, too.
By bike
With 14 self-service hire stations around the city, traffic-free cycle routes and the Bristol to Bath Cycle Path, the scenic city of Bath is brilliant when explored by bike.
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