Checking Out The Sights of Bath

Best recognised as one of the most attractive cities in England, Bath is full of archaeological wonders and historic locations. Named for its 2,000-year-old Roman baths, the city is adored for its characteristic Georgian honey-coloured houses and local architecture. Therefore, visit to experience history, design and leisure in a reviving city break.

Roman Baths

The Romans established the ancient hot springs that are a place of extreme solace, rejuvenation and relaxation. The healing powers of the springs were discovered almost 500 years ago by the British kings. These are some of the finest examples of Roman architecture surviving in Britain, including mosaics and altar stones.

Address: Stall Street, Bath BA1 1LZ  Phone: 01225 477785
Website: www.romanbaths.co.uk

The Jane Austen Centre

This permanent exhibition explores the life and work of Jane Austen who lived and set Northanger Abbey and Persuasion in the city. Costumed guides enhance the experience with tours available.

Address: 40 Gay Street, Queen Square, Bath BA1 2NT  Phone: 01225 443000
Website: www.janeausten.co.uk

Royal Crescent and the Georgian Roots

The Museum of Bath Architecture is home to a lovely architectural model of the town. Also check out Gay Street, Queen Square, Royal Circus (circle of three stories, each having a different classical order) and then finally head to the Royal Crescent, a 200 yard space with a sweeping descent of residential town houses.

Royal Crescent (number 1) is open to the public and demonstrates what life used to be like for the wealthiest in the Georgian era.

Address: 1 Royal Crescent, Bath BA1 2LR
Website: http://no1royalcrescent.org.uk

Bath Abbey

Visit this Gothic cathedral of the bishop of Bath and Wells from 1499. The site was seen as a place of worship for Christians since 757 AD. Now, witness the grandeur of stone carvings, stained glass and organ music. Of course, it remains a functioning church with services.

Address: Kingston Road, Bath BA1 1LT  Phone: 01225 422462
Website: www.bathabbey.org

Pulteney Bridge

Counted among the few ancient historical buildings still standing with pride in the town of Bath, this was constructed in the year 1770. Pulteney Bridge has three arches supporting varied little shops. Afterwards, see the stunning Georgian-era homes at Great Pulteney Street.

Address: Bridge St, Bath BA2 4AT

Holburne Museum

Explore the excellent collections of art at Holburne Museum. It is home to amazing paintings like those of Reynolds and Gainsborough, Additionally they house Renaissance bronzes and Wedgwood porcelain. Also visit the garden café and enjoy the views of the nearby parkland.

Address: Great Pulteney Street, Bath BA2 4DB  Phone: 01225 388569
Website: www.holburne.org

Fashion Museum

This museum is home to world-class historical and contemporary clothing, presented by over 150 dressed figures standing in the assembly room. It showcases more than 30,000 original items dating from the 16th century to the present time. If you are keen on dressing up then they have reproduction garments for you to try.

Address: Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street, Bath BA1 2QH  Phone: 01225 477789 Website: www.fashionmuseum.co.uk

Sally Lunn’s House

“Sally Lunn’s buns” are made from traditional 15th century recipes. Also, the excavations here show how this site was used for helping tired travellers refresh and rejuvenate in Roman times. Bath Abbey is just a few steps away, so retreat here afterwards.

Address: 4 North Parade Passage, Bath BA1 1NX  Phone: 01225 461634
Website: www.sallylunns.co.uk

Herschel Museum of Astronomy

See a beautiful and completely restored Georgian town house. Make your way through this museum which is also home to various artefacts of world-famous astronomer and musician William Herschel. Incredibly, it was here Herschel discovered the planet Uranus in the year 1781.

Address: 19 New King Street, Bath BA1 2BL  Phone: 01225 446865
Website: herschelmuseum.org.uk

American Museum in Britain

This museum stands with pride in 120 acres of amazing Somerset countryside.  Here see maps, quilts, folk art and more from colonial times to the civil war years. Furthermore, regular events include re-enactments of battles and events from America’s rich history.

Address: Claverton Manor, Claverton, Bath BA2 7BD  Phone: 01225 460503
Website: www.americanmuseum.org

Victoria Art Gallery

This gallery is dedicated to the decorative arts with 1500 items in its collections of paintings, sculpture and design. The 1897 building itself is lavishly made and houses works by artists as renowned as Gainsborough and Sickert. Enter the permanent displays for free and there are also ticketed temporary exhibitions.

Address: Bridge Street, Bath BA2 4AT  Phone: 01225 477233
Website: www.victoriagal.org.uk

Bath International Music Festival

The International Music Festival takes place every year. Generally you are recommended to book your tickets late May to early June.

The festival features a range of art exhibitions, choral concerts, operas, orchestra, fringe events, discussions and lectures.

Website: Bathfestivals.org.uk

Prior Park Landscape Garden

This 18th century landscape garden was created by a local entrepeneur with guidance from the poet Alexander Pope. The waterways are home to one of the only four Palladian bridges in the world of this elegant design. The park is more a natural valley than manicured garden. Additionally, nearby is a six-mile walk that takes you past Iron Age sites and relaxing meadows.

Address: Ralph Allen Drive, Bath
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/prior-park-landscape-garden

 

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