Bath

The most renowned balneological resort in Britain is over 2,000 years old. Explore the ancient Roman baths and relax at Thermae Spa; this complex is famous for its rooftop geothermal pool. Bath is a city for hedonists and romantics; it features the Fashion Museum, exquisite restaurants, the Jane Austen Festival, Bridgerton series filming location tours, and the stunning Prior Park.

Stroll through the historic center to see Pulteney Bridge and the medieval Bath Abbey complex. Inside the abbey, you can climb to the second tier and admire the magnificent lacy ceiling.

One of Bath's symbols is The Royal Crescent, a grand semicircle of Georgian-style terraced houses overlooking Royal Victoria Park. Nearby is the circular square, The Circus. You can see a unique collection of artworks at the Holburne Museum. The best shopping in town is on Green Street.

At the Jane Austen Centre, actors in costume shows tell the story of the writer's life. Nearby, you can enjoy a cup of tea at the Regency Tea Room. To dine at the famous café with Sally Lunn's buns, book a table in advance.

If horse races are not taking place, you can go horseback riding at Bath Racecourse. Cruises on the River Avon with views of the city are popular. The grand festival of creativity and spiritual development, The Green Fields, takes place annually not far from Bath.

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