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8 Must-Visit Historical Sites in Bath

Bath is extremely rich in history and is famously known for their cultural attributes including the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, Bath stone and lots more. Whether you're planning a visit to Bath or just want to spend more time learning the history of your city, here are 8 must visit historical sites in Bath!

The Roman Baths

The Roman Baths

Name: The Roman Baths

Where: Stall St, Bath BA1 1LZ. Click here to view on Google Maps.

About: Constructed between 60 and 70AD, this famous bathing complex has bags of history. Although left for ruin many centuries ago, Bath Abbey has been brought back to life and shows the way many Romans bathed back when the Roman Baths was their only way of doing so. Attracting around a million visitors every year and being one of the most well preserved Roman remains in the world, it is definitely a must visit attraction in Bath.

Top Tip: Why not finish your visit to the Roman Baths with lunch or afternoon tea in the Bath's modern-British cuisine, the Pump Rooms Restaurant? 

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Bath Abbey

Bath Abbey

Name: Bath Abbey

Where: Bath BA1 1LT. Click here to view on Google Maps

About: Bath Abbey is a 15th century Abbey with an incredibly impressive facade, as well as a very interesting exterior and interior and a LOT of history. Three different churches have occupied the site of today’s Abbey since 757 AD and the first King of England was crowned on this site all the way back in 973. The architecture inside is breathtaking, making it very high on the must visit list! 

Top Tip: Don't miss the incredibly impressive and stunning organ and be sure to have a good look at it - it has 4,000 pipes ranging from 1cm - 10m tall!

The Circus

The Circus

Name: The Circus

Where: Bath BA1 2EW. Click here to view on Google Maps.

About: Construction of The Circus began in 1754 by architect John Wood, however he sadly died less than three months after the first stone was laid and so his son, John Wood, completed the design in 1768. The Circus is made up of three curved segments of Grade I listed townhouses, forming a circle with three entrances. When looked at from above, The Circus, along with Queen Square and Gay Street form a key shape.

Top Tip: Stand directly in the middle of The Circus and see if you can find the EXACT spot where everything you say will echo! 

Royal Crescent

Royal Crescent

Name: Royal Crescent

Where: Bath BA1 2LR. Click here to view on Google Maps.

About: The Royal Crescent is a row of 30 terraced houses which were built between 1767 and 1774 by John Wood, the same architect who built the nearby Circus. It is seen as one of the greatest examples of Georgian Architecture found in the United Kingdom and the facade remains very much the same as when it was built nearly 250 years ago. 

Top Tip: Once you've finished exploring the Royal Crescent and any other areas of Bath, find time and space to soothe your mind, body and spirit at The Royal Crescent Hotel's Spa!

Pulteney Bridge

Pulteney Bridge

Name: Pulteney Bridge

Where: Bridge St, Bath BA2 4AT. Click here to view on Google Maps.

About: Pulteney Bridge is a Grade I listed building which crosses the River Avon and was completed in 1774. The bridge is most famous for being one of only four bridges in the world to have shops across its full span on both sides. It was built to connect the city with the land of the Pulteney family (which is also where it got it's name), designed by Robert Adam in typical Palladian style.

Top Tip: Enjoy a walk beside the river with a beautiful view of the bridge followed by a delicious meal at Pulteney Bridge Restaurant or a cream tea with a stunning view at The Bridge Coffee Shop.

Prior Park Landscape Garden

Prior Park Landscape Garden

Name: Prior Park Landscape Garden

Where: Ralph Allen Drive, Bath BA2 5AH

About: Prior Park is an 18th century landscape garden created by Ralph Allen with the help of landscape designer Capability Brown and poet Alexander Pope. Prior Park is easily best known for a very special asset - the Palladian Bridge. As one of the only four left in the world, it's easy to see why so many people are drawn to this historical feature in the park.

Top Tip: Once you've finished exploring Prior Park, why not walk along to Bath Skyline? Only 5 minutes walk away with an Iron Age hill fort, Roman settlements, 18th-century follies and spectacular views, it's definitely worth a visit whilst you're there!

Bath Assembly Rooms

Bath Assembly Rooms

Name: Bath Assembly Rooms

Where: Bennett Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2QH. Click here to view on Google Maps.

About: The Assembly Rooms were at the heart of fashionable Georgian society, and made the perfect venue for entertainment. When completed in 1771, they were described as 'the most noble and elegant of any in the kingdom'. Just like The Circus and Royal Crescent, Bath Assembly Rooms were designed by John Wood (The Younger) in 1769.

Top Tip: Enjoy a light lunch or coffee in the cafe - or outside in the formal garden if the weather is on your side! 

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The Holburne Museum

The Holburne Museum

Name: The Holburne Museum

Where: Great Pulteney St, Bath BA2 4DB. Click here to view on Google Maps.

About: The Holburne Museum was the city's first public art gallery and the Grade I listed building is home to fine and decorative arts built around the collection of Sir William Holburne. The museum runs lots of exhibitions, music performances, creative workshops, family events, talks and lectures. On top of this, the 19th century building with a stunning facade has tonnes of history to learn about!

Top Tip: We recommend a cream tea in the Holburne Museum cafe - with a gorgeous view on to the historic Sydney Gardens, it makes the ideal setting. Their extensive menu will have you spoilt for choice!

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