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Must Visit Attractions in Bath

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The view of Pulteney Bridge with its three classical arches spanning the width of the Avon just above Pulteney Weir is synonymous with Bath. Designed in the Palladian style by Robert Adam for landowner Frances Pulteney, the bridge, built in 1769-71, is one of only three bridges in the world lined with shops. But Pulteney Bridge is unique, for it was built at a time when buildings on bridges were being demolished as impediments to traffic. Indeed, the Bath Corporation protested about this outdated phenomenon, but Frances Pulteney was determined (possibly thinking of the shop rents he would collect) and the shops remain to this day. After 1936 the bridge was restored to the original plans and it is this restored bridge that enchants visitors and provides an instantly recognizable image of Bath.

The Circus is the embodiment of John Wood the Elder's vision: to create buildings with all the grandeur of Palladian palaces but all the convenience of a row of private houses. Planned as a speculative venture to be let or sold, and at various times it was home to such luminaries as William Pitt, Thomas Gainsborough and William Gladstone. The Circus was designed by Wood in 1754, and looks rather like a Roman amphitheater turned inside out, its three tiers embellished with Doric, Ionic and Corinthian columns. It was Wood's enthusiasm for the Palladian revival that was responsible for the particular unity of style that characterizes Bath to this day. And it was Ralph Allen whose generosity translated Wood's architectural dreams into the squares and crescents of this gracious city.

This extravagant ancient bath complex is an excellent example of Ancient Roman spa architecture dating back as far as 43CE. Built around three hot springs that steam and bubble at a constant 46 degrees centigrade (115 degrees fahrenheit), the baths offer insight into the daily life of the Romans. A Sacred Spring feeds the Great Bath and the complex opens out into a series of changing rooms and baths to either side of the central bath. As per tradition, there is also a cold plunge pool for bathers to cool off after a hot sauna. The complex also features a temple devoted to Sulis Minerva, the Celtic goddess of healing and fertility that the Romans worshipped as Minerva Medica. Exhibits and Roman artifacts include a famous stone relief of the Gorgon's Head, mosaics, stone coffins, and a gilded head from a statue of Sulis Minerva.

View wildlife roaming in spacious surroundings from the comfort of your own car, at this safari park. It is part of the estate belonging to the Marquess of Bath. Features include Adventure Castle, which is Longleat's two-acre play park, a Dr Who exhibition, train and safari boat rides, the Butterfly Garden and Pet's Corner. Recent additions include the world's largest hedge maze and the Simulator, a realistic hi-tech reproduction of some of the world's most dangerous ways to travel.

Britain's only natural thermal spa, Thermae Bath Spa offers you warm, natural mineral-rich waters to soak the chill away. To soothe your mind and body, the spa offers a wide range of treatments. You can even book for the different spa sessions like the New Royal Bath or the Cross Bath. The spa uses water from natural springs which lie beneath the city of Bath. Heated, mineral-rich water flows from these natural springs everyday. One can also try the Minerva Bath, open-air roof top pool, aroma steam rooms and waterfall shower. Top off the bath with a nice healthy bite at Springs Cafe & Restaurant.

The Sherborne Castle is a beautifully maintained castle that showcases rich interiors of the Bishop's family. Tour its symbolic halls and rooms to view varied antique collections of art, furnishings, porcelain amongst many others. Built in 1594 and constructed by Roger Bishop, it showcases beautifully landscaped gardens. Being a picture-perfect venue, it also makes as an excellent event space. The Castle boasts of unique features in beautiful environs that tickles the fancy of locals and tourists alike. Check website for more details.

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