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Known for its restorative wonders, Bath was once the home of Jane Austen. Sure, you could attempt to conjure up this elegant city by reading Pride and Prejudice in your tub, but as Bath has a lot more history than your bathroom (we assume, anyway) you'd be missing out. A stroll through Bath is like visiting an open-air museum, with roughly 5,000 buildings in the city drawing notice for their architectural merit. After your stroll, soak in the natural hot waters of the Thermae Bath Spa, once a favorite of the Celts and Romans.
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1. Bath's Old Orchard Street Theatre
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5.0 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By 234tinnag
Phil , our tour guide made this tour all the more interesting and fun.He was very knowledgeable about the intriguing history of this lovely old building Highly recommended .
2. Krowd Keepers: Magic Theatre
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5.0 based on 523 reviews
Krowd Keepers is an intimate Magic Theatre in Bath Spa. Providing top quality magic shows every Friday and Saturday at 8:00pm UPstairs at the Ale House Pub. No Rabbits, Cheese or Top Hats! Instead some of the world's top magicians will perform astonishing effects making you laugh, cry and wanting more. Krowd Keepers is a Parlour style magic theatre. Small & intimate as if you are seated in a living room witnessing some of the world's best entertainers. Our resident magicians have performed at Hollywood's Magic Castle, have appeared on magic programs on ITV, BBC, Discovery, CW, CBC, CH5 networks, have won magic awards and perform world wide. Doors open at 7:30pm. Show starts at 8:00pm. Show runs approx 1.5 hours. Suitable ages 10 years and over. Due to the current Covid-19 situation we have safety measures put in place according to government guidelines.
Reviewed By HelStob
A really fantastic show, enjoyed by the whole family (kids and grandparents). The show takes place in a smallish room above a pub, the atmosphere was great - brilliant magic accompanied by humour and lots of audience participation
3. No. 1 Royal Crescent
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4.5 based on 2,826 reviews
Step into the past at one of England's finest Georgian townhouses. * 10 display rooms * Upstairs and downstairs * Georgian shop * Free info room with introductory video * Disabled access * Kids explorer packs * Friendly room guides * 'Women's Suffrage 100: Freedom and Fight in Bath' is the exhibition theme in 2018. The website has an Access section which has details of nearest car-parks, floorplans, facilities and information specifically for our visitors with access needs.
Reviewed By Alliemac308
Brilliant to see the house as it would have been in Georgian times, with each room explained by a knowledgeable and welcoming volunteer. Great value for money - a couple of hours flew by!
4. Bath Abbey
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4.5 based on 8,059 reviews
Begun in 1499 by Bishop King, this is England's last great medieval church, dissolved in 1539 and now serving as a parish church.
Reviewed By russelljf72 - Brixham, United Kingdom
What a thoroughly interesting site, spent a good while looking around the place, which is worth a visit in itself. We came back for the next available TOWER TOUR which was very reasonably priced and the absolute highlight of my day - you need to be able bodied and physically fit to climb the steep and very numerous stairs of the spiral staircase, but you are well rewarded. Very knowledgeable guides, small groups (due to space confines) and amazing content - sitting behind the clock face, on top of the Fan ceiling, in the Bell Room and on the roof of the tower with its stunning views of Bath are BIG highlights. I'd give this 6 out of 5 if I could!
5. Royal Victoria Park
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4.5 based on 1,220 reviews
Opened in 1830, Royal Victoria Park is a visual delight with shady tree-lined avenues and towering mature trees encompassing botanical and woodland gardens.
Reviewed By annettelaurie - Plymouth, United Kingdom
This beautiful Park and botanical gardens is sometimes left out of things to do in bath because it sits outside the city wall, adjacent to the Queen Charlotte car park. However, it is just stunning, with lots of node to Queen Victoria. There is a golf course in the middle somewhere, beautiful lawns to sit on, the botanical gardens, arboretum trees, Victorian lodges and so much more. There is parking towards it which is of a reasonable cost and is free on bank holidays. Outside the entrance of the Canada Gate, there is down the path a little way the Military War Memorial – also worth a visit, since you pass it to get into the city centre. We use this park to walk through when we visit as it is so lovely and only two minutes outside the city centre.
6. Pulteney Bridge
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4.5 based on 3,890 reviews
One of only three bridges in the world lined with shops, this exquisite 18th-century bridge is one of the most admired structures in Bath.
Reviewed By philipt582
For those who are familiar with the film Les Miserables in which Javert, played by Russell Crowe, jumped to his death, will be delighted to discover that the bridge of Javert's demise is actually located in Bath . It is, I suggest, best approached via the toe path along the river. As you round the bend the bridge springs into view. If you continue to the bridge, you can ascend the stairs and emerge on the bridge to discover a wide range of interesting shops and cafes. Well worth exploring, without the need to visit Paris.
7. Herschel Museum of Astronomy
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4.5 based on 438 reviews
19 New King Street is a delightful and unique example of a fully restored modest Georgian townhouse. It was home to the astronomer and musician William Herschel and his sister Caroline. Particularly evocative features include Herschel’s workshop, his music room and a charming 18th Century formal garden where, with a telescope of his own construction, Herschel discovered the planet Uranus in 1781. In the Star Vault an award winning film takes you on a voyage of discovery through the universe and brings the history of the house to life. Exhibition in the modern Caroline Lucretia Gallery until 1 January 2018 is 'Wonder Women of Space'!
Reviewed By KarenH626 - Towcester, United Kingdom
This little museum is well worth a visit and a very unique place. The actual garden where Herschel discovered the planet Uranus and the house where he made the telescopes and mirrors to discover it. You don't need to be interested in Astronomy to enjoy a visit here. The short video narrated by Patrick Moore provides a good background and a context to the brother and sister that lived here and made a massive contribution to documenting the night skies. The Georgian house is beautiful too. We visited with a combined Bath Preservation Trust ticket giving us entrance to No 1 the Crescent and the Museum of Architecture - great value.
8. Royal Crescent
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4.5 based on 4,005 reviews
Designed by John Wood II (1767-75), the Royal Crescent is comprised of thirty houses, shaped like a half-Colosseum, which uses a gigantic series of Ionic columns on high bases.
Reviewed By elliepatts - Nottingham, United Kingdom
The Royal crescent is just a must when visiting bath, a perfect photo opportunity and a nice walk through an abundance of Georgian scenery. We didn’t realise that you had to pre book tickets to enter the museum located at number one but after spending a couple of nights in Bath, most sought after attractions are requesting that visitors pre book so I would recommend doing so to ensure you don’t miss out!
9. Little Solisbury Hill
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
Believed to be the site of King Arthur's decisive victory, Battle of Mt. Badon, this high hill overlooks scenic Bath.
Reviewed By Chappy62Ulvo - Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
No eagles, but we did see a buzzard! Walked out of Bath along the canal towpath to the George at Bathampton, left the canal and crossed the rail/road/river bridges to London road then started climbing Solsbury lane from Brow Hill in Batheaston. It gets quite a steep (for a road) climb, particularly near the end, but well worth it for the short hop up on to the hill top and the views to the south and west. Don't forget to have the Peter Gabriel classic ready on your iphone playlist, for when you stand looking at the view with your heart going 'boom, boom, boom', mainly because of the climb!
10. Holburne Museum
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4.5 based on 1,162 reviews
With an impressive collection of fine and decorative art, this newly transformed Museum, with Garden Cafe, is situated in lovely grounds and is set to become Bath's must-see attraction. Open daily, admission £12.50/£7. 10am to 5pm (11am on Sundays)
Reviewed By bsandrs - Portsmouth, United Kingdom
We have visited the Holburne on several occasions in the past to see specialised exhibitions such as Peter Blake. Being in Bath just before lockdown we were pleased therefore to revisit and enjoy the Grayson Perry presentation. On a dry, sunny morning it was good to walk down Great Pulteney Street and sit in the tented garden cafe enjoying coffee before entering the galleries. The items on display from the earlier years of the artists work were very impressive and well presented. Staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. Covid restrictions were carefully observed and made for a very enjoyable visit. We will, no doubt, be back in the future
