Find things to do in Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage city famed for its Roman baths, natural hot springs, elegant Georgian architecture and timeless charm. But there’s much more to Bath than its famous landmarks, with a wealth of attractions, activities, experiences and things to see and do for visitors.

Bath's impeccable heritage is just part of the story. It's a lively, thriving city where ancient history and Georgian elegance sit comfortably alongside a decidedly twenty-first-century cosmopolitan buzz.

Bath's heritage and architecture

In many ways, Bath hasn’t changed much since the times of Georgian gentleman Ralph Allen and writer Jane Austen, both of whom fell under the spell of this city built for pleasure.

Take a tour through time and explore the only UK city designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll travel centuries in just a few steps. Visit the Roman Baths dating back to AD 43 to see how our former settlers liked to unwind. Wander through the pages of one of Austen’s classic novels as you stroll past mellow architectural masterpieces like the Royal Crescent and the Circus, or celebrate Bath's most famous resident at the Jane Austen Centre. 

• Discover Bath's UNESCO World Heritage status
• Step inside the Roman Baths
• Discover Jane Austen's Bath

Museums and galleries in Bath

Visiting Bath for the first time? The city is home to an array of fascinating museums, such as No. 1 Royal Crescent, where you can experience life as a Georgian in Bath, or the unique Museum of East Asian Art, the UK’s only museum solely dedicated to the arts and cultures of East and South East Asia.

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Taking the waters: Bath's thermal spas

No trip to Bath is complete without taking the waters. Relax and unwind in natural hot springs that have been a magnet to visitors for millennia. Visit Thermae Bath Spa for revitalising treatments, healing steam rooms and awesome 360-degree Bath views from the rooftop pool. Or treat yourself to a spa stay at the five-star Gainsborough Bath Spa, a luxurious hotel with its own naturally heated spa complex.

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Sport in Bath

Enjoy thrilling sport in the heart of the city, from premiership rugby at Bath Rugby, to sunny racedays at Bath Racecourse, lively games at Team Bath Netball, or football from Bath City FC at Twerton Park.

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Nightlife, theatre & events

Head to Green Park Brasserie for free live jazz music and award-winning food and drink, catch a show at Theatre Royal Bath or enjoy after-hours entertainment at Komedia Bath. If that isn’t enough, there’s also a year-round programme of special events and festivals to plan your trip around.

Shopping in Bath

Bath is a shopping superstar, boasting an unbeatable choice of independent retailers selling tempting one-of-a-kind items, alongside the full complement of major high street names.

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Days trips from Bath

Bath is the ideal base for exploring nearby sites like the photogenic villages of Lacock and Castle Combe, and Stonehenge’s mysterious megaliths.

Plan your trip to Bath

There's so much more to see and do in this classic, cosmopolitan city than we've been able to cover here. You won't want to rush it, for the full experience, take your time and turn that day trip into a short break, or come midweek to beat the crowds.