Bath is one of Britain’s most popular tourist destinations. Surrounded by rolling hills on the banks of the River Avon, Britain’s only hot springs resort has been welcoming visitors since Roman times. Especially famous for its Georgian architecture, Bath boasts beautiful buildings from many periods of history, which have earned the town a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
 
See

• Roman Baths – Take a stroll through the bath and temple complex to get an insight into the ancient Roman lifestyle. Although the surrounding buildings have been restored and remodelled, most of the plumbing here dates back to Roman times.
• Bath Abbey – This stately Gothic building is constructed on the site of the Norman cathedral where England’s first king was crowned. The abbey’s exterior is made from honey-coloured Bath Stone, while the inside is enhanced with magnificent stained glass windows.
• Georgian Architecture – Bath is home to thousands of architecturally significant buildings. Some of England’s finest examples of Georgian architecture can be found in the Circus (a circular group of townhouses inspired by the Roman Colosseum) and the Royal Crescent (a series of splendid residences overlooking Royal Victoria Park).

 
Experience

• Thermae Bath Spa – Visitors can enjoy the UK’s only thermal springs all year round at this modern bathing and wellness facility.
• Jane Austen Centre – One of the UK’s greatest novelists, Jane Austen lived in Bath for several years. This museum explores her life in the city and also runs Austen-themed walking tours.
• Fashion Museum – A must-do for fans of historical fashion, this museum covers some 400 years of different styles.

Secrets of the city

• The American Museum – Discover the colonial history of the United States at the only museum of Americana outside America.
• Pulteney Bridge – Completed in 1773, this bridge is based on one of the original designs of Venice’s Rialto Bridge. It is one of the few bridges in the world with shops running the entire length of both sides.