The Roman Baths sit in the heart of Bath, in England, on Abbey Churchyard, close to the Abbey. They are an ancient Roman site built for public bathing around natural hot springs, and a visit lets you walk among the remains of a place where people once came to bathe, meet and worship.
What you will see
- The Sacred Spring, the source around which the site was built.
- The Roman Temple, standing beside the springs.
- The bathing complex itself, which shows how the water was used.
Because the springs are natural and the setting is so complete, the site feels less like a collection of objects and more like a single place you can follow from start to finish.
Planning a visit
The Baths are an easy base for exploring Bath, which is itself a city of honey-coloured stone, streets and squares that rise up the surrounding hills. Stepping out of the site, you are a short walk from the Abbey and the city centre, so it fits well into a half day or a longer stay.
To check details before you go, you can call the site on +44 1225 477785. The address is Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1 1LZ, United Kingdom.
