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Check out Stourhead Gardens...not far out of Bath...it is very pretty there...
We spent a few hours wandering around the gardens looking around... The gardens are very beautiful and there are some great photo opportunities!
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159 Newbridge Hill, Somersetshire, Bath, Somerset, BA1 3PX, United Kingdom
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What to see and do in 2 hours?
Hi all,
I'm going to be driving by Bath and would probably stop by there for a short break for lunch.
What should I see and do during this sojourn of 2 hours or less?
What would be the must-see of this place and are there places of interest with free entry for students? :)
Thank you for helping me plan my trip!
smiles,
Francesca
RE: What to see and do in 2 hours?
There are two places where you shouldn't miss in Bath: The Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths. They are side by side in the historic center of Bath.
RE: What to see and do in 2 hours?
Also the river with the bridges, worth a stop as Bath was designed like an Italian town, according to my History of Arts course.
RE: What to see and do in 2 hours?
Hi Francesca,
Aukaykay is right. With the time restrictions, that's all the time you'll really need. As a side note to the cathedral...notice the allegory of the ladders ascending up to heaven at each end of the facade.
Happy Travels,
Irv
RE: What to see and do in 2 hours?
The Roman Baths! The Abbey is not that impressive compared to other English cathedrals. In that case, the Royal Crescent which along with the Roman Baths is what has given Bath a World Heritage, is more worth seeing but it is further from the centre so with your limited time, the Roman Baths. They are what gave the city its name and very fascinating. A full roundtrip could be made it in an hour with time to see the highlights. I also recommend the riverside with the fantastic bridge as already mentioned.
RE: What to see and do in 2 hours?
Hi all,
thanks for the tips and suggestions! :)
It's helpful!
Have a great day!
smiles,
francesca
RE: RE: What to see and do in 2 hours?
Hi, if it's a late lunch that you can stretch- I'd recommend the free guided tour from outside the pump rooms at 1400hrs- a great way to see and learn about the city. (or you could probably arrange your own tour if you phone ahead)
Otherwise, Some things to see/ do for cheap - walk along the river, cross the Poultney Bridge, pausing to do some window shopping! Visit the Guildhall market, Visit Shakes, for scrummy milkshakes (Student discount), Peek at the Cathedral, and if You don't have time for a full viewing of the Pump rooms/Roman Baths, you can enter the Pump Room restaurant, and view a small part of the steaming baths (again for free!)( Details of the guided tour etc are on my Bath page)
I was in Bath for about 5 hours, and got to see plenty, but still can't wait to visit again to see the places I didn't have time to see.
Have A great time,
Sue.
RE: RE: What to see and do in 2 hours?
Thanks Sue! :)
Much appreciated.
Have a great day!
smiles,
francesca
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