Roman Baths

Where it is & how to get there

• From London: About 1.5 hours by train from London Paddington.
• On foot: In the city centre, next to Bath Abbey.
• Tickets: Book timed tickets online, especially in summer.

The story of the Roman Baths

The Romans built a great bathing complex and a temple to the goddess Sulis Minerva here around 60–70 AD, around a natural spring where water rises at about 46°C. They called the town Aquae Sulis.

Today you walk on the original Roman pavements around the steaming Great Bath. The water is not safe to bathe in, but you can soak in natural thermal water at the modern Thermae Bath Spa nearby. The whole city of Bath is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Go early or in the evening in summer to avoid queues.
• Use the included audio guide; there is a version for children.
• Taste the spa water in the Pump Room.

What's around the Roman Baths

• Bath AbbeyNext door.
• Thermae Bath SpaBathe in natural thermal water.
• Grand Pump RoomGeorgian tea room above the baths.
• Pulteney Bridge5 minutes away.

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