Top 10 Things To Do In Bath, Somerset: Part 1
1) Visit the Roman Baths
Immerse yourself in history and see how Bath’s former residents relaxed all those centuries ago. Interactive exhibits and CGI reconstructions bring this unique ancient site back to life, showing how important the baths were to our Roman ancestors. Make sure you stop by the World Heritage Centre alongside the Baths on York Street to learn more about the city as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and discover what makes it so special.
2) Relax at Thermae Bath Spa
You can’t take a dip at the Roman Baths these days, but you can still enjoy the same natural hot spring water at Thermae Bath Spa. This one-of-a-kind complex brings the spa into the twenty-first century, with lovely treatments, relaxation spaces and a spectacular rooftop pool offering 360-degree views of the city.
3) Be a Culture Vulture
Bath is a treasure trove of museums and galleries, so much so that there are too many to mention here! Dive in to classic and contemporary art exhibitions in the splendid surroundings of The Holburne Museum (the home of Lady Danbury in the world of Bridgerton) and Victoria Art Gallery, or relive the Georgian era at No.1 Royal Crescent, including the chance to live out your Regency fantasies in the Georgrobe dressing room experience.
4) Climb Bath Abbey’s Tower
Take the Bath Abbey Tower Tour to see the different, working side of this iconic landmark. Ascend 212 steps to the top, and you will climb past the ringing chamber to the bell chamber, to have the chance to stand above Bath Abbey’s vaulted ceiling and sit behind the clock face. Once you reach the roof, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views over the city and surrounding countryside. Back on the ground floor, don’t miss the Abbey’s brand new Discovery Centre, a unique heritage space which allows visitors to delve into the building’s history and enjoy a peek behind the curtain at Abbey life through the ages.
If you’re looking for more panoramic views, climb the 154 steps to the the top of the 120-foot neo-classical Beckford’s Tower, located on Lansdown Hill, just a short distance from the city centre.
5) Get lost in Austen
Visit The Jane Austen Centre to delve into the life of one of Bath’s most famous residents and Britain’s favourite author. Costumed characters and exhibits tell the story of Austen’s time living in Bath between 1801 and 1806 and the impact it had on her work. You can dress up in Regency clothes before enjoying some sweet treats and snacks in their on-site tea room.
