Top Things to see in Bath for Romantic Couples
Top things to see in bath for couples
-Indulge yourself in a relaxing Spa, go all the way to the top open-air rooftop pool at Thermae Bath Spa and seize the opportunity to rest your mind as you please -Visit the Bath Museum. If you and your better half are planning to pamper yourselves with the thermal spa, it will compliment your weekend away. We learnt a lot during that time and even had a few gulps of natural mineral water containing 42 minerals directly from the fountain in the Pump Room! (honestly… it did not taste anything you are hoping to taste!)
-Explore the ancient town get lost in the romantic, ancient style alleyways
-Visit Stonehenge at sunrise / sunset if you can. The Stonehenge tour bus drops you right before the rocks. I was a little disappointed we did not get to go inside the rocks as it is not permitted during usual opening hours. However, Stonehenge is open outside its usual business hours several times per year, i.e. mid-summer and mid-winter solstice for an amazing view. If you’re lucky to be reading this post early enough, don’t forget to time your visit for the 10th Stonehenge Campsite Summer Solstice Festival between 18th-21st June 2018! I’d recommend to make the most of your trip from London to Bath by combining it with a day trip from Bath to Stonehenge.
Ticket costs £16.50 pp.
What a view! It is so much better to see it from much closer when you arrange it prior to your booking.
-Don’t miss out on a ride at Bath Two Tunnels Circuit – who said you should spend your time in pure leisureliness? Two Tunnels Circuit is a masterpiece of its own, showcasing romantic, lost in the dark lanes setting and never disappointing to lead you to the light at the end of the tunnel! Stretched over 13 miles, it crosses Central Bath, Midford and Monkton Combe, forming a fantastic circular route. It’s just great for riding a bike, or bringing your kick scooters, outdoor activity lovers!
-Jane Austen – not just an English novelist, since 14th Sep 2017 her face has been circulating on the £10 notes, along with the face of Queen Elizabeth. Jane Austen Museum in Bath sets you back to the Georgian townhouse where you’ll enjoy some dressed in old-fashioned costumes character guides. Anyone up for an afternoon tea? There’s also a Regency Tea Room you could pop into for a little while.
-Get lost in Westonbirt Arbretum – If you think you’ve run out of things to see in Bath, this leafy park won’t disappoint. It is home to about 18,000 trees and is one of the finest arboretums in the UK. Time your trip wisely, the single entrance costs £10 pp but it’s totally worth it, particularly around the autumn. The two wonderful ladies we met during our trip told us about the long queues in October and the illuminated tree event called Enchanted Christmas at Westonbirt Arbretum with reindeer joining Christmas carols.
Best time to book your weekend away in Bath
We visited Bath twice, first time during cold winter months, more precisely – at beginning of January. English winter is a lot more forgiving than the one in mainland Europe (with an exception of southern parts of the continent). Second time happened recently, mid of September. If you dread the moment of undressing to your swimwear in the midst of winter, fear no more! You probably won’t experience below 0 degree temperatures in England. Winter time in England is a lot more bearable. My recommendation is to try Roman Baths in the summer and winter but if I had to pick – winter is ten times better because of the difference in temperature outside. It is so enjoyable when the natural waters keep your body warmed up and your breath in chilled air!
How to get to Bath, England
Bath is known universally for its historical value and spa facilities. Bath is conveniently located near London, with good connection to the capital and other parts of England if you aren’t driving. If you’re visiting England for a few days, make sure you don’t miss out on the trip up there. There’s more to UK than London!How to get to Bath Spa
-hop on the GWR train to Bath Spa from London Paddington in zone 1 (north west), the full timetable is available here. It’s a nice, 5-7 minute walk.
– alternatively, you can take the National Express coach from Victoria station (zone 1) in London to Bath spa coach station, it takes about 2h 35 mins, advertising from £2.40 one way. Bear in mind that the price will usually be between £5 to £10 depending on the time and ticket availability. There are also other bus operators you can consider. Megabus is another coach company that will take you from London to Bath Spa, offering a fantastic fare from £1. Again, let’s be more realistic and aim for about £5 – £7 per fare. In my opinion this is the most economical option and not so constraining.
– turn on your GPS and drive from your destination and be independent on your choices of time and travel which might not be the cheapest but definitely the most convenient option.
Where to stay in Bath
Our suggestion is to book well in advance and stay around the old town (in particular if you are planning to do your sightseeing on foot) If you’re out of luck and simply cannot find cheap hotels in Bath and are considering driving, you will find a good selection of cheap hotels in Chippenham in Wiltshire. We stayed in one of the Premier Inn hotels near Bath which was very half the price of the one in Bath. Second time round, we stayed in Swindon which is a little far from Bath but once again, the accommodation and the town were pretty good.What to be aware of when visiting Bath
-watch out for the queues to the Spa, they can be pretty long! We waited over one hour to get in first time round. We were luckier during our second trip to Roman Baths as we had just escaped the peak season. If you choose a weekday instead, you are bound to skip the queues and have this place a bit more to yourself. -unfortunately, no cameras allowed in Thermal Spas in Bath! They are quite rigorous about it. Take your GoPro if you really must but we have not seen anyone using their phones. Strictly relax in the warm waters!
No pictures allowed! Last selfie before we jump in the blissfully warm natural waters in Roman Baths
-there a lot of good spots for a dessert or an afternoon tea to explore. Dinner wise, Kevin treated me to the delicious steak house which served top quality beef. You will be spoiled for choice there 🙂
– make effort to visit the museum, it’s quite an interesting and definitely educational place to be in!
Enjoy your romantic getaway!
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