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The Roman Baths

Roman Baths, The Pump Room, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, BA1 1LZ

Tel: +44 (0)1225 477785

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The Great Bath at The Roman Baths, Bath

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

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Opening Times

2024 (1 Mar 2024 - 15 June 2024)
DayTimes
Monday09:0018:00*
Tuesday09:0018:00*
Wednesday09:0018:00*
Thursday09:0018:00*
Friday09:0018:00*
Saturday09:0018:00*
Sunday09:0018:00*
2024 (16 June 2024 - 21 June 2024)
DayTimes
2024 (22 June 2024 - 31 Oct 2024)
DayTimes
Monday09:0018:00*
Tuesday09:0018:00*
Wednesday09:0018:00*
Thursday09:0018:00*
Friday09:0018:00*
Saturday09:0018:00*
Sunday09:0018:00*
2024 (1 Nov 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
DayTimes
Monday09:3017:00*
Tuesday09:3017:00*
Wednesday09:3017:00*
Thursday09:3017:00*
Friday09:3017:00*
Saturday09:3017:00*
Sunday09:3017:00*
2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 28 Feb 2025)
DayTimes
Monday09:3018:00*
Tuesday09:3018:00*
Wednesday09:3018:00*
Thursday09:3018:00*
Friday09:3018:00*
Saturday09:3018:00*
Sunday09:3018:00*

* 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 change

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels 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

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      17215
    • Very Good
      5679
    • Average
      1060
    • Poor
      214
    • Terrible
      91

    Recent Reviews:

    • daramary
      Cambridge, United Kingdom
      Best Audio Guide Ever
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 27th March 2024
      This 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
    • Sarah061
      London, UK
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Fascinating
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 27th March 2024
      I 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 B
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Interesting History. Ruined by protest going on next to it.
      3 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 27th March 2024
      Lots 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

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    Road Directions

    Leave the M4 at Junction 18 and take the A46 towards Bath. For a day visit to Bath, we recommend Lansdown Park and Ride, clearly signposted from the A46/A420 junction at Cold Ashton. Or follow the brown traffic signs saying 'Roman Baths' along the A46 and A4 to Bath and then the Roman helmet symbol to Charlotte Street car park.

    Public Transport Directions

    Five minutes walk from Bath Spa Railway and Bus Station.Five minutes walk from Coach Park in Avon Street.

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