South West England

Romantic Places to visit

Roman Baths, Bath

One of the finest religious spas in the ancient world.

The Roman Baths and Temple of Sulis Minerva are among the finest Roman remains in Britain. With its steaming waters and Roman artefacts, a visit to the Roman Baths is an unforgettable and unique experience.State of the art computer animated reconstructions of Roman Britain bring the experience to life. Personal hand-held audioguides available in eight languages are included in the admission price.

A children's audioguide featuring Roman characters is available for ages 6-11 years, and a new tour narrated by travel writer Bill Bryson is included in the admission price. Relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath and avoid the crowds by visiting on a summer evening, open until 9pm in July and August, last entry 8pm. Enjoy lunch or tea in the eighteenth century Pump Room where you can also purchase a glass of Spa water from the fountain.

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Roman Baths
Roman Baths

Directions

From M4 take A46 south; Roman Baths in city centre next to Abbey. Rail: Bath Spa station. Bus: Bath city centre services.

Tourist Information Centre

Bath Tourist Information Centre
Abbey Chambers
Abbey Church Yard
Bath
Tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p min) Bookings only 0870 4201278
Fax: 01225 477787
Contact via email

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‘The best 90 minutes I’ve spent in Europe’ American visitor, 2005

For more information visit: www.romanbaths.co.uk

www.romanbaths.co.uk

Accolades

Member of VAQAS.
Designated as 'an outstanding collection' by the Council for Museums Libraries and Archives 1999.
Chartermark award for excellence in customer service 2003.
Voted the best large visitor attraction of the year by South West Tourism 2004.
Museums and Heritage Show Award for the introduction of the Mandarin audioguide and promotion to Chinese visitors 2006.

Standard Prices

  Minimum Maximum
Adult £10.25 £11.25
Child £6.50  
Concession £8.75  
Family £29.00  

Other Pricing Information

Joint saver ticket with Museum of Costume: Adult £13.00, Senior £11.00, Child £7.60, Family £36.00. For group prices ring 01225 477785.

Opening Dates/Times

Jan - Feb, Nov - Dec, open daily (closed 25/26 Dec), 9.30 - 16.30, exit 17.30.
Mar - Jun, Sep - Oct, open daily, 9.00 - 17.00, exit 18.00.
July - Aug, open daily, 9.00 - 21.00, exit 22.00.

Address Details

Roman Baths
Pump Room
Abbey Church Yard
Bath
BA1 1LZ
Tel: (01225) 477785
Fax: (01225) 477743
Email: romanbaths_bookings@bathnes.gov.uk