Day in Bath

 Bath City Sightseeing Tour

The Open-Top Sightseeing Bus Tour is a great, relaxing way to explore Bath and all its iconic attractions. You can't miss the bright red, open-topped bus that can be found at 38 stops throughout the city. The sightseeing tour takes approximately 50 minutes - but remember, you can hop on and off as many times as you wish, making it the perfect way to discover the city. On the bus you'll be joined by a knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide, ready to tell you all about Bath's rich history, as well as interesting and often surprising facts about the city. Earphones are provided for listening to commentary in ten different languages including Spanish, French, German, Mandarin and Cantonese.
As the big red bus weaves through the city, you'll be perfectly placed to see some of the most iconic sites. If something catches your eye along the way don't hesitate to step off the bus and begin exploring. The stops are also brilliantly located for hopping off and delving into one of our many fascinating museums, indulging in a shopping spree or taking a break and indulging in a bite to eat. Once you are done, just re-join the bus tour and continue sightseeing.
The bus tours don't just cover the city centre, but also the outskirts of Bath. So once you've explored the centre why not begin a skyline tour of the beautiful surrounding areas? The spectacular Skyline Tour lasts 45 minutes, beginning at the train station before heading out past the University of Bath, the American Museum in Britain and the stunning Prior Park Landscape Garden.

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Bath is unique in that the whole city is deemed a world heritage site, and was done so by UNESCO in 1987. Bath lies in the valley of the River Avon and holds some of the richest history, and some of the finest architectural sights, in Europe. These include The Royal Crescent, The Circus, Pulteney Bridge, Bath Abbey, and one of the UK’s leading attractions, The Roman Bath’s.
As one of the most renowned Georgian cities, there are few places that share such impressive historical credentials as the City of Bath, with the truly unique experience of Bathing in Britain’s only natural thermal spa; The Thermae Bath Spa.
With a superb modern fleet, and a choice of a “live-guide” or multi-lingual commentary in 10 different languages (English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese), why not hop-on and hop-off over the 38 stops on our tour bus and let us show you what this beautiful city has to offer. Tours operate all year round (excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day), and tickets are valid for 24 hours (2 consecutive days) on both the City Tour and Skyline Tour.
Purchase of a ticket also entitles you to discount for many of Bath’s popular attractions, including the Roman Baths, the Jane Austen Centre, Prior Park Landscape Gardens, No 1 the Royal Crescent, Sally Lunn’s, The Herschel Museum of Astronomy, the Fashion Museum and Museum of Bath Architecture.

Roman Baths 
The first stop for any visitor to Bath is the Roman Baths surrounding the hot spring at the heart of the City. The Great Roman Temple and bathing complex built almost 2000 years ago is one of the country’s finest ancient monuments, still flowing with natural hot water.
A 10% discount on admission is available with your Bath City Sightseeing Ticket.
(http://www.romanbaths.co.uk/)
The Jane Austen Centre
In the heart of Georgian Bath at 25 Gay Street between the Circus and Queen Square, lived one of the greatest writers of England. Authentic period atmosphere, watch a specially commissioned video.
A 10% discount on admission is available with your Bath City Sightseeing Ticket.
(http://www.janeausten.co.uk/)
Sally Lunn’s 
Enjoy morning coffee, light meals and cream teas in Bath’s oldest house. Home of the world famous Sally Lunn Bun.
Free entry to the museum with a CitySightseeing ticket
(http://www.sallylunns.co.uk)
Prior Park Landscape Garden
Prior Park is a hidden gem amongst the bustle of the city. An eighteenth century landscape garden, with one of only four Palladian Bridges in the world.
(http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/prior-park/)
Thermae Bath Spa
Thermae Bath Spa is located in the heart of Bath close to Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths. Britain’s original and only natural thermal spa.
(http://www.thermaebathspa.com/)
Bath Preservation Trust Museums (10% off admission with your bus ticket) 
No.1 Royal Crescent: visit this beautifully restored town house and gain an insight into fashionable life in the 18th century – Upstairs and Downstairs.
(www.No1royalcrescent.org.uk)
Museum of Bath Architecture: this museum explores how and why Bath developed into the world famous Georgian Spa. It examines the materials, techniques, fashions and finances.
(www.museumofbatharchitecture.org.uk)
Beckford’s Tower: museum dedicated to the writer and eccentric William Beckford. Breathtaking views of the city can be obtained from the beautifully restored Belvedere.
(www.beckfordstower.org.uk)
The Herschel Museum of Astronomy: delightfully restored town house which was the home of astronomer and musician William Herschel and his sister Caroline. William discovered the Planet Uranus from the garden, with a homemade telescope!
(www.herschelmuseum.org.uk)
Bath Fashion Museum 
The Fashion Museum holds a world-class collection of contemporary and historic dress. It is housed in the Assembly Rooms building, which is owned by the National Trust.
(http://www.fashionmuseum.co.uk/)
American Museum
The American Museum takes you on a journey through the history of America, from its early settlers to the twentieth century. With its remarkable collection of folk and decorative arts, the Museum shows the diverse and complex nature of American traditions. The only museum of Americana outside the United States, it was founded to bring American history and cultures to the people of Britain and Europe.
(http://americanmuseum.org/)
Holburne Museum
The Holburne Museum was the city’s first public art gallery. The Grade I listed building is home to fine and decorative arts built around the collection of Sir William Holburne.
(http://www.holburne.org/)
The Skyline Walk
The Bath Skyline walk will allow you take in some of the most breath taking views Bath has to offer. You can get to the start via The Skyline Tour bus whether you buy a tour or local ticket.
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bath-skyline

Air Decker:
Bath Bus Company are proud to bring you the A4 Air Decker providing a direct link from Bath to and from Bristol Airport, with shorter journeys along the way. Operating a half hourly service during peak time travel, this is the quickest and most efficient way to reach your destination.
https://www.airdecker.com/
Signs of Saltford
Your one-stop shop for customised signage and graphics. Suppliers to Bath Bus Company.
http://www.signsofsaltford.co.uk/ 
Stay In Bath
The best place to find affordable and friendly accomodation in Bath. Over 90 B&B’s, Guest Houses and Self Catering places to stay. Choose from Budget – Family – Luxury – Boutique
http://www.stay-in-bath.co.uk/ 
The Real Italian Pizza Company:
Authentic Italian Pizzas traditionally baked in a wood-fired over, alongside a simple menu of favourites in a family-run relaxed atmosphere. Try an award winning pizza in the beautiful city of Bath.
http://www.realitalianpizza.co.uk/
Giraffe:
Freshly cooked food for everyone served to the sound of great music. Guaranteed to make you feel good!
http://www.giraffe.net/
Garfunkels:
Situated on Orange Grove with views of both Bath Abbey and Pulteneny Bridge, we can be found within the beautiful grade II listed building, The Empire. Built in 1901 by Bath City Architect Major Charles Edward Davis, The Empire is a landmark building in Bath and stands proud in the heart of the city.
http://www.garfunkels.co.uk/bath
Frankie & Benny’s:
The instantly recognisable red neon sign and warm inviting interior will ease you into the Frankie & Benny’s experience before you can take your coat off!
http://www.frankieandbennys.com/
Bill’s:
Bill’s Bath restaurant is a cosy and intimate affair, packed with character. Close to the Theatre Royal, Roman Baths, and other attractions, it’s well placed for pre-theatre dinner or if you’re out shopping or enjoying the city’s many sights.
https://bills-website.co.uk/restaurants/bath/
Bath Pizza Co
Fresh, local, bespoke. Bath Pizza Co work with Somerset’s farmers and food producers to bring awesome wood fired pizza to the people of Bath.
http://www.bathpizzaco.com/ 

 Tickets for the Bath Tour cost £13.50 per senior.

• Tickets are valid for 24 hours, or 2 consecutive days
• Hop-on and hop-off over 38 stops
• Operates all year round except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day with departures every 6/12 minutes in the summer and every 30/60 minutes throughout winter
• City Tour incorporates Roman Baths, Thermae Bath Spa, Jane Austen Centre, the Royal Crescent, the Circus and Bath Abbey
• Skyline Tour incorporates the Railway Station, Pulteney Bridge, Prior Park Landscape Gardens and the American Museum
• Live guides on both the City Tour and Skyline Tour
• Multi-lingual informative recorded commentary in 10 different languages – English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese- on both routes
• Discounted entry to many local attractions on production of your tour ticket
• Award winning tour operator, including 2016,2017 and 2018 TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence
• All vehicles in the Bath fleet are low floor with disabled access

Wells Cathedral

Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2UE

Situated within an easy drive from Bath and set in the medieval heart of England’s smallest city, Wells is the earliest English Cathedral to be built in the Gothic style. The Cathedral has an international reputation and is the recipient of several Tourism Excellence Awards.
Tours and Activities
Join a free guided tour with experienced and enthusiastic guides, these take place daily (Monday-Saturday) and there is no need to book. Special interest tours are also available and pre-bookable, running on specific dates during the year including the ever-popular High Parts Tours where visitors can walk in the footsteps of Cathedral masons to discover hidden spaces, galleries and chambers at height (see www.wellscathedral.uk.net/visit/tours)!
Free family activity leaflets are available free of charge on arrival to help children learn about the main highlights and history of the Cathedral through a fun trail. And during the school holidays Wells Cathedral offers sessions for children accompanied by their parents or guardians.
Allow at least one to two hours to truly experience the wonder of this beautiful Cathedral or make a day of it and stay to hear the world-famous Wells Cathedral choir at Evensong (5:15pm Monday–Saturday, 3pm Sunday). Wells Cathedral welcomes visitors every day of the year and donations are welcome as English Cathedrals receive no regular funding from the Government or the Church of England towards maintenance, restoration and development work.
Adjoining the Cathedral is Vicars’ Close, which is thought to be the most complete example of a medieval Close in the UK. Vicars’ Close was designed to provide accommodation for the Vicars Choral, who sing the daily services, and this is still the case today. No. 22 is the house which remains closest to the original medieval appearance of them all, having been restored to its original proportions in 1863.
Make a Day of It -A warm welcome also awaits you at the two Cathedral shops which stock a wide range of unique mementoes and gifts that are individually designed and locally sourced. The café is also open daily for coffee, delicious home-made lunches and afternoon teas. All profits generated from the shops and café are used to help maintain the ministry and fabric of Wells Cathedral.

No. 1 Royal Crescent

Museum of Bath Architecture

Tuesday

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5:00pm

This museum interprets the rich architectural history of Bath, and the men who transformed a provincial town into the world famous Georgian Spa. It demonstrates how classical design influenced the buildings, and illustrates the construction of a house from the cellars to the rafters. Based in the historic Countess of Huntingdon’s Chapel, the building is also home to the Bath Model, a fully-detailed architectural model of the historic city centre, giving a unique insight into the layout of the Georgian city.
The Museum of Bath Architecture also houses the Archives of the Bath Preservation Trust, which are searchable online. They include the Bath Buildings Record, which can be viewed by appointment. The Bath Buildings Record undertook to record, survey and rescue where possible, details comprising the large number of buildings that were earmarked for clearance as part of Bath’s modernisation in the 1960s and 1970s.
In 1765 Selina Hastings, Countess of Huntingdon, built a chapel to fight the decadence of Georgian Bath. Now the home of the Museum of Bath Architecture, this building remains the only complete eighteenth-century Gothic Revival building in Bath, and houses a room dedicated to the history of the building and the devoutly determined Lady who created it.

Beckford's Tower

Herschel Museum of Astronomy-

Tuesday

1:00pm

5:00pm

19 New King Street is a delightful and unique example of a fully-restored modest Georgian townhouse. Now a museum, it was home to the astronomer and musician William Herschel and his sister Caroline, and is dedicated to their achievements in music and astronomy.

Particularly evocative features include Herschel’s workshop, his music room and a charming eighteenth-century formal garden, where, with a telescope of his own construction, Herschel discovered the planet Uranus in 1781.
In the Star Vault, a film narrated by the late Sir Patrick Moore takes you on a voyage of discovery through the universe, and brings the history of the house to life.

There is a 48hr combination ticket available which includes No. 1 Royal Crescent, the Museum of Bath Architecture and Beckford's Tower .£5.70 per ticket