There is so much to do in Bath, with so much to choose from, but these are just a selection of our ‘must do’ list! We have plenty more ideas.....

 

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www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk

 

Activities

Thermae Spa - The only place in the UK where you can bathe in natural warm waters. www.thermaebathspa.com

 

Bath Rugby - Located in the heart of the city centre, The Recreation Ground always has a great buzz on match day! www.bathrugby.com

 

Golf - Bath has a number of golf courses available for all abilities. Whether you’re a pro golfer or you’ve never picked up a golf club before there is a suitable course nearby.

 

Boating - Enjoy rowing along the River Avon or cruising along the Kennet & Avon Canal.

 

Hot Air Ballooning - Take to the skies from the impressive Royal Victoria Park and experience a bird’s eye view of Bath.

For more details: www.visitbath.co.uk/site/things-to-do/activities

 

Attractions

Roman Baths - Visit the heart of the World Heritage Site and marvel at Britain's only hot spring. www.romanbaths.co.uk

 

Pump Room - Regarded as the social heart of Bath, the Pump Room is the place for a full afternoon tea, and where hot Spa water is drawn for drinking. www.romanbaths.co.uk/pump_room.aspx

 

Abbey - An Anglican Parish Church in the heart of Bath. The Abbey began in 1499 and stands on the foundations of two previous churches. The tower tour is a must! www.bathabbey.org

 

Assembly Rooms - The Ball Room, Octagon, Tea Room and Card Room were used in the 18th century for dancing, music and card playing, tea drinking and conversation – stunning!

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-bathassemblyrooms

 

No 1 Royal Crescent - The magnificently restored and authentically furnished town house creates a wonderful picture of 18th century Bath. www.bath-preservation-trust.org.uk/?id=3

 

For more details: www.visitbath.co.uk/site/things-to-do/attractions

 

Tours and sightseeing

Bath is a compact city and is best explored by foot.

The Mayors Guides Walking Tour - A free service provided daily (Sunday - Friday 10.30 & 14.00, Sat 10.30), tours leave from outside the entrance to the Pump Room. No need to book – just turn up!

www.bathguides.org.uk

 

Mad Max - Mad Max Tours is the friendly, fun and relaxed way to see the countryside around Bath. Day tour to Stonehenge, Avebury, Lacock and Castle Combe (£30) & half day tour to Stonehenge and Lacock (£15). www.madmaxtours.com

 

Bizarre Bath - A comic look at the sites and history of Bath. Tours leave at 8pm every evening from April - September. www.bizarrebath.co.uk

 

Bath Skyline Walk - Bath's south-east skyline landscape, famed for its elevated views. Six miles of marked trails.  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bathskyline

 

Restaurants

Guide to eating out in Bath

www.stayinbath.org/sites/default/files/restaurantmap2011.pdf

 

Circus Restaurant and Cafe - Listed in Bath Life magazine as one of the 150 reasons to love Bath -“Bath’s most sophisticated local restaurant, consistently excellent and well priced.” www.thecircuscafeandrestaurant.co.uk

 

Marlborough Tavern – A menu of modern British variety with plenty of twists on classic themes, all made from high quality ingredients, all this with a sunny walled garden and it is just round the corner!

www.marlborough-tavern.com

 

The White Hart - featuring homely dining rooms, a lively bar area and a gorgeous courtyard haven out back. Food is unpretentious but excellent...every time!  www.whitehartbath.co.uk

 

Jamies Italian – We love it here, relaxed, fun and great food. You are unable to book a table here, so aim for a late lunch or early dinner to avoid the queue! www.jamieoliver.com

 

Casinis - This bijou bistro is a little corner of France in the West Country…it’s a hidden gem well worth a visit. www.casanis.co.uk

 

For some independent views and reviews: www.thepigguide.com

 

Entertainment and nightlife

Komedia  - is a live entertainment venue in Bath offering a mixed programme of cabaret, music and comedy seven days a week. www.komedia.co.uk/bath/

 

The Theatre Royal - The main theatre in Bath is the Theatre Royal offering a year round programme of top-quality drama, opera, comedy, dance and frequent Sunday concerts. The Ustinov Theatre offers a more cutting edge programme of performances in Bath. For children, young people and their families there is the Egg Theatre. www.theatreroyal.org.uk

 

Golf: www.bathgolfclub.org.uk

 

Rowing: www.bathboating.co.uk

 

Canal cruising: www.bath-narrowboats.co.uk