May Bank Holiday

If you're planning a trip to Bath over the long weekend, you'll have plenty of tempting options to keep you busy!

Event highlights

May is the month of festivals in Bath, with The Bath International Music Festival and The Royal Bath & West Show coming up on the late May bank holiday weekend, or see what's on for this year's Fringe Arts Bath Festival.

Visit Bath's top attractions

Many of the city's other key attractions will be open on bank holiday Monday. Step behind the stunning facade of the Royal Crescent and see what life might have been like for a well-heeled Georgian family at No.1 Royal Crescent, immerse yourself in the compelling story of Bath resident Mary Shelley at the House of Frankenstein, and, of course, explore some of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world at The Roman Baths. Or, for the ultimate Bank Holiday relaxation, take a dip in Bath's natural thermal spring water with one of the weekday spa packages at the Thermae Bath Spa.

Enjoy the great outdoors

Get outdoors in the spring sunshine and explore Bath's historic sights on a walking tour, or take a stroll in some of the most spectacular parks and gardens inside and outside of the city centre.

Avon Valley Adventure Park near Bath is the place to be for families over the long weekend, thanks to its range of fun outdoor activities, farm animals, and even dinosaurs!

The bank holiday weekend is also the perfect time to lounge alfresco with delicious food and drink at one of Bath's suntrap bars and restaurants. Green Park Brasserie hosts bottomless brunches and live jazz, funk, soul and swing music throughout the weekend, while The Cork and Bath Brew House pubs will be staging a series of free-to-enter live DJ and band sets throughout Sunday evening respectively.

Not sure where to start? Browse the list below to find out what's on across the city...

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Accommodation offers

Find great deals on accommodation. Enjoy seasonal breaks at certain times of the year, offers on multi night stays or added extras with your stay with some of our special accommodation offers below. Do check back regularly as well as we add offers throughout the year.
Things To Do

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