South West · England
Top 10 places in Bath
Ranked from Google ratings and review counts, not VacationGuide reviews. Sights and landmarks are weighted above restaurants and stays so the list shows you what makes Bath worth visiting.
- 1Attraction
The Roman Baths
Photo from Google Maps · Teresa Ferriz
Google rating 4.6(41,103 Google reviews)
Situated in Abbey Churchyard, this remarkably preserved Roman bathhouse and temple complex is fed by natural thermal spring water. Visitors can explore the expansive historic ruins and on-site museum at their own pace using audio guides, which detail life at the site nearly two thousand years ago.
Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1 1LZ, UK
Official website - 2Landmark
Pulteney Bridge
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Google rating 4.6(10,423 Google reviews)
Spanning the River Avon in Bath, Pulteney Bridge is an iconic Georgian crossing renowned for its distinguished Robert Adam architecture. The historic landmark is especially distinctive for its rows of small shops lining both sides of the bridge, allowing pedestrians to browse while crossing. It remains one of the city's most recognisable spots, offering classic vantage points of the adjacent weir and riverside.
Bridge St, Bath BA2 4AT, UK
Official website - 3Attraction
Royal Victoria Park
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Google rating 4.6(8,536 Google reviews)
Royal Victoria Park is a sprawling 57-acre public green space in Bath, opened in 1830 by the then Princess Victoria. Located just a short stroll from the city centre, it offers extensive parklands, including notable botanical gardens and mature tree-lined avenues. Visitors can enjoy its facilities, which range from a bandstand and cafe to areas for picnics.
Marlborough Ln, Bath BA1 2NQ, UK
Official website - 4Attraction
Bath Abbey
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Google rating 4.6(7,494 Google reviews)
Forming a prominent landmark in the centre of Bath, this former Benedictine monastery is a late medieval parish church renowned for its honey-gold stone columns and striking fan vaulting. Visitors can explore a Victorian Gothic interior designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott, discover its history in the museum, or join a guided tower tour.
Bath BA1 1LT, UK
Official website - 5Attraction
Wookey Hole Caves
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Google rating 4.4(9,037 Google reviews)
Situated near Wells, Wookey Hole Caves features a vast network of dramatic underground limestone caverns filled with impressive rock formations. Visitors can explore the subterranean chambers on guided tours that bring local geology and folklore to life, accompanied by an on-site paper mill. The surrounding complex also provides plenty of family entertainment, including a vintage arcade, a mirror maze, and crazy golf.
The Mill, High St, Wells BA5 1BA, UK
Official website - 6Landmark
Royal Crescent
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Google rating 4.6(4,868 Google reviews)
Set in Bath, the Royal Crescent is an iconic landmark renowned for its impressive Georgian and Palladian architecture designed by John Wood the Younger. Overlooking spacious green lawns, this historic crescent offers serene and sweeping views across the surrounding landscape.
1, The Royal Crescent, Royal Cres, Bath BA1 2LR, UK
Official website - 7Landmark
The Circus - Bath
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Google rating 4.5(2,605 Google reviews)
Situated in Bath, The Circus is a historic landmark celebrated for its striking Georgian architecture and distinctive circular layout. Elegant curved townhouses completely enclose a central green space, creating an impressive and harmonious display of symmetry.
Bath BA1 2ET, UK
Official website - 8Restaurant
The Raven
Photo from Google Maps · The Raven
Google rating 4.7(5,334 Google reviews)
Occupying two Georgian townhouses on Queen Street, this family-run Bath establishment features classic wooden tables and a traditional pub atmosphere. It specialises in serving real ales alongside a menu focused on locally sourced pies.
7 Queen St, Bath BA1 1HE, UK
Official website - 9Pub
Boom Battle Bar Bath
Photo from Google Maps · Marvin
Google rating 4.9(3,700 Google reviews)
Situated within the Kingsmead Leisure Complex next to the Odeon Cinema in Bath, Boom Battle Bar is a lively venue offering drinks alongside an array of interactive games. Patrons can take part in activities including axe throwing, shuffleboard, crazier golf, and pool, with live DJs entertaining the crowd on weekends.
Kingsmead Leisure Complex, 5-10 James St W, Bath BA1 2BX, UK
Official website - 10Restaurant
Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum
Photo from Google Maps · Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum
Google rating 4.4(6,498 Google reviews)
Set within Bath's oldest house dating from around 1483, this historic tearoom and museum is famous as the home of the traditional Sally Lunn Bun. Located on North Parade Passage, the eating house offers guests the chance to sample the renowned semi-sweet bread in an exceptionally atmospheric setting.
4 N Parade Passage, Bath BA1 1NX, UK
Official website
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