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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. Bath Botanical Gin Distillery
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Gin Distillery and Herbal Apothecary situated in the heart of Widcombe, Bath. We sell our signature No.1 Gin, alongside seasonal Fruit Gins, Herbal Elixirs and Herbal Teas, all distilled and created by in store. Inspired by the seasonal abundance of the south west, we use locally sourced and often hand picked ingredients to create our products. Tasters of the whole range are available to try.
Reviewed By Don_G_Wright - Vancouver, Canada
Tucked around the corner from Widcombe’s main street (a small village within Bath) this little shop is worth a visit just to see the amazing copper pot still and chat with the proprietor about crafting gins and herbal elixirs. You can also taste the straight and infused gins, my favourite had been steeped in red chiles, yum! Hours are limited, so check the website so you don’t miss out!
4. The Owlery at West of England Falconry
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
We offer exclusive Owl Flying experiences, art and photography sessions, birthday parties and more. Please see our website for booking information.
5. Camberry
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Sometimes we need to get away from everything, an opportunity for some headspace, to invest in ourselves and a chance to catch up with loved ones. Our cosy, personalised RETREATS and ZEN-DO’s are the place for taking time out, and bringing some laughter and fun back to our lives and our own well-being. Leave us revived and feeling more like you whether on retreat, celebrating a birthday or hen-do!
Reviewed By KirstenT156
I attended Camberry’s early bird yoga and HIIT classes over several months to start getting me back to being me again and that’s what I got! Support, guidance, a strong motivator and passionate teacher are all the quality measures that Cathryn of Camberry provided. This has been what I’ve needed to get over the obstacles to get back to finding myself and getting back to being me and I couldn’t have done it without her! Yoga and her planned training sessions once a week, with my personal plan for continuing exercise throughout the rest of the week and the additional check in’s kept me going. Highly recommend.
6. 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!
7. 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!
8. Theatre Royal Bath
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4.5 based on 904 reviews
This prestigious theater was built in the 17th century and continues to sponsor performances throughout the year.
Reviewed By 981colinh - Taunton, United Kingdom
We saw an evening performance of Dial M For Murder. The theatre is very convenient for public parking, and very close to loads of eating places. The staff were very courteous and helpful, it was our first but definitely not last, visit. The interior is well cared for and smart, with ample bar space for pre show and interval drinks. In all it was a very pleasurable trip. Oh, the actual play was well acted and excellent as well.
9. 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.
10. The Roman Baths
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4.5 based on 22,941 reviews
The Roman Baths is one of the finest historic sites in Northern Europe, and one of the most popular tourist attractions in the UK. Hidden beneath the present city of Bath lies the stone remains of one of the finest religious spas of the ancient world.
Reviewed By 2chopper - Banbury, United Kingdom
Excellent and unique must see attractions in Bath, is fascinating to learn the history of the Roman Baths, the free audio guide provides extra information too
