The Roman Baths
About
The Roman Baths is the site where the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex that still flows with natural hot water around Britain's only hot spring. You’ll get to see the water's source and walk where Romans walked on the ancient stone pavements around the steaming pool. The extensive ruins and treasures from the spring are beautifully preserved and presented using the best of modern interpretation.
Meet Roman-costumed characters every day and hear the stories of those who lived and worked here 2,000 years ago. Audio guides in twelve languages, with a special one for children in English, German and French, are included in the admission price.
To top off your visit, why not enjoy morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea in the magnificent 18th century Pump Room, accompanied by music from the Pump Room Trio, and try a glass of Spa water from the fountain? Note that you can visit the romantic torch-lit Roman Baths and avoid the crowds on summer evenings, with the whole site open until 10pm, during June. Find out more.
Accessibility Information
The Roman Baths is 90% accessible to wheelchair users. Disabled visitors pay a normal price for admission, with complimentary tickets for accompanying carers. To book a free carer ticket, contact the Roman Baths' Customer Service team on +44 (0)1225 477785.
Visitors with hearing or visual impairments can enjoy the site using the British Sign Language or fully descriptive audio guide and tactile models. The museum also has Braille information panels. Some areas along the route around the museum have a lower level of lighting which helps to enhance the archaeological displays.
Visitors with autism can download helpful documents on the Roman Baths website, including a visual story to help plan their visit and see what they will experience throughout the site. Those having difficulty coping with anything in the museum can speak to a member of staff, who will be able to help them and their family find a quieter space in the museum.
The Roman Baths is a member of the Bath and North East Somerset Dementia Action Alliance group and is working towards becoming a dementia friendly site.
For more information on accessibility at The Roman Baths, watch the venue's video guide here.
Book Tickets
Opening Times
2024 (1 Mar 2024 - 15 June 2024) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Tuesday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Wednesday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Thursday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Friday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Saturday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Sunday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
2024 (16 June 2024 - 21 June 2024) | ||
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Day | Times |
2024 (22 June 2024 - 31 Oct 2024) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Tuesday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Wednesday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Thursday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Friday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Saturday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
Sunday | 09:00 | 18:00* |
2024 (1 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | 09:30 | 17:00* |
Tuesday | 09:30 | 17:00* |
Wednesday | 09:30 | 17:00* |
Thursday | 09:30 | 17:00* |
Friday | 09:30 | 17:00* |
Saturday | 09:30 | 17:00* |
Sunday | 09:30 | 17:00* |
2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | 09:30 | 18:00* |
Tuesday | 09:30 | 18:00* |
Wednesday | 09:30 | 18:00* |
Thursday | 09:30 | 18:00* |
Friday | 09:30 | 18:00* |
Saturday | 09:30 | 18:00* |
Sunday | 09:30 | 18:00* |
* Closed Dec 25th and Dec 26th. Note final exit times are one hour after last entry.
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to changeAwards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Further Information
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users - The site is 90% accessible to wheelchair users.
- Disability awareness training for all personnel - Some staff also have BSL training.
- Facilities for Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - The fire alarm has flashing lights, and there is a hearing loop in ticket desks, the gift shop, and main meeting rooms.
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Some parts of the venue have low lighting. The museum has display information in audio, braille, BSL and large print.
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Ramp/Level Access - Level access to Abbey Church Yard, Reception & Ticket Sales Desk, accessible toilets in the main entrance and museum, the Pump Room Restaurant, The Roman Baths Shop (accessible from Stall Street) and Lower Museum Shop.
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Restaurant
Establishment Features
- Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
- Event Venue
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Toilets
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent17215
- Very Good5679
- Average1060
- Poor214
- Terrible91
Recent Reviews:
- daramaryCambridge, United KingdomBest Audio Guide EverWednesday, 27th March 2024This place held my interest for over 2 hours, and I could have stayed longer. The displays and audio comme are the best I have ever encountered. Fabulous way to lea4n about the Romans, and life in... Read full review
- Sarah061London, UKTrip Type:Friends getawayFascinatingWednesday, 27th March 2024I visited many years ago and hadn't appreciated how much excavation and research is still going on at this site. We were fascinated to see not only the main baths but all the other rooms around... Read full review
- Elana BTrip Type:Friends getawayInteresting History. Ruined by protest going on next to it.Wednesday, 27th March 2024Lots of people taking photo’s everywhere which made it difficult to get clear shots of the baths. History however was extremely interesting. Unfortunately there was a Palestine protest at time we... Read full review