Bath is a special place to visit. On the surface, it’s one of the most picturesque cities in the country with incredible examples of Georgian architecture – like the Royal Crescent and The Circus – seemingly on every corner. On top of that, there are places like the gloriously gothic Bath Abbey, and the Palladian Pulteney Bridge too, meaning you’ll never be left wondering what to do in Bath. But, when you delve into city’s rich heritage, you fast realise there really is nowhere else quite like it. The Roman Baths are some of the best preserved Roman ruins in the world, and they’re just one of the reasons why Bath is a citywide UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you’ll see from this local guide, it doesn’t matter which of our Bath hotels you’re staying in, there’ll be something nearby to keep you busy, whether it’s the fantastic food scene, bars (including one of the best in the world), pubs, stellar shopping options, incredible entertainment scene, or eclectic culture.
Things to do in Bath
Attractions
Bath is a World Heritage Site packed full of incredible architecture and sightseeing attractions, none more famous than The Roman Baths. Our page takes you on a virtual tour of the city’s historic buildings, including Bath Abbey, as well as its delightful pleasure gardens and sporting arenas too.
Activities
Top of our list of Bath activities is a trip to Thermae Bath Spa and its fantastic rooftop thermal bath. But, as you’ll see from our local guide, there’s more to this spa city than getting pampered. You can go for hot air balloon rides, bicycle tours and even try your hand at a spot of falconry.
Culture
Bath’s culture scene is made up of a great mix of museums, galleries and events. All in all, you can try on one-hundred-year-old dresses, explore the largest collection of Americana in Europe, see the stars as astronomer William Herschel did, follow in Jane Austen’s footsteps by walking the Sydney Gardens surrounding the magnificent Holburne Museum, and round it all off with a legendary Sally Lunn bun.
Entertainment
Want to watch some comedy? Go to Komedia. How about music? Moles. Okay, where’s best for theatre? The Theatre Royal. Bath’s entertainment scene sounds simple, doesn’t it? It gets more complicated when you have half a dozen other venues to choose from, and that’s just in the city centre. A hop, skip and a jump away you’ve also got Bath Racecourse too.
Nightlife
Our guide uncovers Bath’s best nightlife hotspot, such as specialist bars that offer everything from rare Taiwanese whisky to artisan gins. You’ll also find our pick of the best pubs in Bath, including the watering hole that arguably does the best Sunday roast in the whole city; you’ll have to ‘cheque’ it out for yourself. Clubbers fear not, you can read about the best late night dancing dens too.
Premier Inn video guide to Bath
Shopping
If you’re ever in need of a spot of retail therapy, you could hardly have picked a better city, with a versatile array of shops in Bath. Ladies come from far and wide to peruse the pre-owned designer wear of Grace & Ted, meanwhile gentlemen make their way to John Anthony for the finest in men’s fashion
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