A Bath Weekend can be quite enjoyable. The city has so much to offer. You will find no shortage of places to go, things to see, and activities to do.
Shopping is wonderful in Bath. There are six designated areas to browse through. The Central Area is a collection of streets and alleys lined with shops. Milson Quarter is the place to go for fashion. The newest shopping spot is Southgate. The Western Area is filled with independent shops and a farmers' market. Upper Town is where you can find antiques, galleries, and boutiques. Last is Artisan Quarter. Here is a fine collection of crafts, pottery, and collectables.
Some other good places to go while in Bath include the Jane Austin Centre. She lived in Bath from the year 1801 until 1806. She must have loved it because two of her novels are based in Bath. She was a frequent visitor after moving away. Pulteney Bridge is another good place to go. It is a beautiful bridge built during the 18th century. Don't forget to stop by the Fashion Museum for a look at historical styles of clothing.
If you are looking for something to do during a Bath weekend, try out the walking tours. Bizarre Bath will give you more of a humorous look at the city. The Ghost Walk lets you tour Bath's streets after dark. Guides entertain you with true stories of spooky happenings and unexplained situations.
The Theatre Royal has something for everyone. It was started in 1805. They specialize in opera, dance, and comedy. For the children, Egg Theatre has shows on Saturdays. This is great for families. The first floor has a cafe for food and snacks.
A Bath weekend would not be complete without a visit to the Roman Baths. This has always been the site of a natural hot springs. The Romans built a temple around it. The ruins still stand there today. Costumed hosts tell what it was like at the baths 2,000 years ago. Today a tourist to Bath can still get a spa treatment. Therma Bath Spa is the only natural spa in Britain. Two to four hour sessions can be reserved. Steam rooms are available. The roof top pool at Therma Bath Spa has a spectacular view of the city's skyline.
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