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The historic centre of Rome may be designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, but the entire city of Bath, rich in Roman and Georgian heritage, carries the same title and, like its Italian counterpart, is surrounded by seven wooded hills.

Marvel at the Royal Crescent, the Circus and Pulteney Bridge and immerse yourself in the diverse collection of exceptional museums, galleries and fabulous shops. To echo the words of the travel guides, it's a 'must see' destination that has been luring visitors for well over 2000 years.

Stay at the Bath Central Travelodge
Ideally located in the heart of the city
Location: 1 York Buildings, George Street, Bath, BA1 2EB

A few highlights to include on a Bath city break:

Roman Baths At the heart of the World Heritage site lies the unique Roman Baths, Britain's only hot spring, around which the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex that still flows today with hot water.

See the water's source and walk where Romans walked on the ancient stone pavements. The extensive ruins and treasures from the spring are beautifully preserved and presented using the best of modern interpretation.
Location: Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, Bath BA1 1LZ
Opening times: Refer to website for opening times throughout the year
Cost: Guide price - Family (2 Adults/4 Children) £30, Adult £10.50, Child £6.80
More information: www.romanbaths.co.uk or call 01225 477785

The Circus
The Circus was the masterpiece of John Wood the Elder. The striking architecture has spawned numerous theories to explain its stark originality. Viewed from the air, it forms the shape of a key in what could be interpreted as a Masonic symbol.

John Wood is also thought to have taken inspiration from the ancient standing stones of nearby Stanton Drew and from Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem. Whatever its origins, the Circus is a stupendous creative architectural accomplishment and one of the key reasons Bath was awarded the title of World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Location: The Circus, Bath BA1
More information: www.visitbath.co.uk

Pulteney Bridge
Pulteney Bridge, together with the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, is one of the world's most beautiful bridges. Like the Ponte Vecchio, it is one of a handful of historic bridges in the world with shops built into it.

Built for William Pulteney by Robert Adams, the bridge was an attempt to connect central Bath to land on the other bank of the River Avon and make Pulteney's fortune. In spite of its practical origins it is surely one of the most romantic bridges in the world, best viewed from Parade Gardens Park by the Crescent Weir.
Location: Pulteney Bridge, Bath BA2 4AY
More information: www.visitbath.co.uk

Bath Abbey
Begun in 1499, Bath Abbey is the last of the great medieval churches of England. The West Front is unique as it depicts the dream that inspired the Abbey's founder, Bishop Oliver King, to pull down the ruined Norman cathedral and raise the present building on its foundations.

Over the past twelve and a half centuries, three different churches have occupied the site of today's Abbey, with the present Abbey church founded in 1499, ruined after the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539 by order of Henry VIII.
Location: Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1 1LY
More information: www.bathabbey.org or call 1225 422462

Sally Lunn's Refreshment House and Museum
No visit to Bath is complete without a trip to the oldest house in Bath (c.1483). It is home to the world famous Sally Lunn Bun and now a living museum where visitors can experience a taste of Bath just a few minutes from the Abbey.

Excavations show how this site has been used to refresh townspeople and travellers since Roman times with the original kitchen Sally Lunn used over 300 years ago preserved.
Location: Sally Lunn's House, 4 North Parade Passage, Bath BA1 1NX
More information: www.sallylunns.co.uk or call 01225 461634

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