Phoebe’s guidebook to Bath
Where to drink?
Local bars in Bath that serve gorgeous cocktails and drinks, with a few offering cocktail masterclasses.
Stylish cellar bar, with intimate spaces and a courtyard, serving cocktails, champagnes and spirits.
109 locals recommend
Sub 13
4 Edgar BuildingsStylish cellar bar, with intimate spaces and a courtyard, serving cocktails, champagnes and spirits.
Slick circular bar with panelled walls, Chesterfield sofas and a bed, plus a 4-room vaulted cellar.
77 locals recommend
Circo Bar
16 George StSlick circular bar with panelled walls, Chesterfield sofas and a bed, plus a 4-room vaulted cellar.
With more than 230 types of gin on offer, The Canary Gin Bar is a must for lovers of all things juniper-based. As well as shaking up some of the city's best G&Ts, this cool Bath hangout lets you in on some of its booze-fuelled secrets, hosting masterclasses that will have you blending your own bottle.
80 locals recommend
The Canary Gin Bar
2/3 Queen StWith more than 230 types of gin on offer, The Canary Gin Bar is a must for lovers of all things juniper-based. As well as shaking up some of the city's best G&Ts, this cool Bath hangout lets you in on some of its booze-fuelled secrets, hosting masterclasses that will have you blending your own bottle.
Bread + Jam
Perfect cocktail bar, which DJ's on the weekend.
Smart bar chain with a cocktail list, a menu of global classics, and contemporary decor.
Slug & Lettuce Bath
5-6 George StSmart bar chain with a cocktail list, a menu of global classics, and contemporary decor.
A former auction house-turned-food and drink emporium, Hall & Woodhouse is a treat for the eyes and palate. Grab a table in one of its stylish spaces or out on the verdant rooftop terrace, and enjoy award-winning cask ales, beautiful cocktails and tasty food.
82 locals recommend
Hall & Woodhouse, Bath
1 Old King StA former auction house-turned-food and drink emporium, Hall & Woodhouse is a treat for the eyes and palate. Grab a table in one of its stylish spaces or out on the verdant rooftop terrace, and enjoy award-winning cask ales, beautiful cocktails and tasty food.
An iconic drinking spot in town, acclaimed for its lavish interiors and unusual cocktails. Set across a series of decadently themed rooms, the watering hole harks back to eras ranging from Renaissance through to Victorian.
52 locals recommend
Opium Bar
Spring Gardens RoadAn iconic drinking spot in town, acclaimed for its lavish interiors and unusual cocktails. Set across a series of decadently themed rooms, the watering hole harks back to eras ranging from Renaissance through to Victorian.
Where to eat in Bath?
My recommendations for a variety of restaurant / cafe types from a simple coffee to an evening out or lunch at a local stop.
Locally sourced seasonal recipes & afternoon tea are served in this sophisticated eatery.
124 locals recommend
The Ivy Bath Brasserie
39 Milsom StLocally sourced seasonal recipes & afternoon tea are served in this sophisticated eatery.
For a little breakfast, lunch or a spot off coffee with the kids, this is the perfect place to visit, they have a beautiful cafe and farm shop on site and an array of farm animals for the kids to see.
19 locals recommend
Newton Farm Foods
For a little breakfast, lunch or a spot off coffee with the kids, this is the perfect place to visit, they have a beautiful cafe and farm shop on site and an array of farm animals for the kids to see.
Cosy wine bar with classic furniture & tin ceilings, fixing up small plates, cheeses & charcuterie.- Booking required however red sofas you can just walk in ... I recommend the house greek white wine!
42 locals recommend
The Beckford Bottle Shop
5-8 Saville RowCosy wine bar with classic furniture & tin ceilings, fixing up small plates, cheeses & charcuterie.- Booking required however red sofas you can just walk in ... I recommend the house greek white wine!
British Kitchen Garden food, true to the micro seasons and with a real focus on simple and fresh flavours.
THE PIG-near Bath is home to our biggest Kitchen Garden which means our menu is spoilt with zero mile ingredients. On top of this, we are surrounded by the finest Somerset suppliers, with over 8,500 farmers and food producers based in the county.
Our dishes change by the day depending on what the forager supplies and what our kitchen garden team deems to be in perfect condition.
88 locals recommend
The Pig - near Bath
British Kitchen Garden food, true to the micro seasons and with a real focus on simple and fresh flavours.
THE PIG-near Bath is home to our biggest Kitchen Garden which means our menu is spoilt with zero mile ingredients. On top of this, we are surrounded by the finest Somerset suppliers, with over 8,500 farmers and food producers based in the county.
Our dishes change by the day depending on what the forager supplies and what our kitchen garden team deems to be in perfect condition.
Really recommend for dinner, the atmosphere and food are sublime. They also do a really good breakfast.
69 locals recommend
Walcot House
90B Walcot StReally recommend for dinner, the atmosphere and food are sublime. They also do a really good breakfast.
This is a new spot, and a spin off from Beckford bottle shop. It really does not disappoint, a small menu of truly delicious food.
Beckford Canteen
This is a new spot, and a spin off from Beckford bottle shop. It really does not disappoint, a small menu of truly delicious food.
Swoon Gelato
15 Kingsmead SquareWe something just make trips to go here, the ice-cream is addictive.
Perfect spot only a short walk or cycle away. Great coffee, good brekkie, an incredible farm shop! They also do take away pizzas.
Flourish
Bath RoadPerfect spot only a short walk or cycle away. Great coffee, good brekkie, an incredible farm shop! They also do take away pizzas.
Modern British dining in a former Georgian greenhouse in the heart of Bath with a lovely garden
Beckford Canteen
Modern British dining in a former Georgian greenhouse in the heart of Bath with a lovely garden
Greek meze and cocktails served in vaulted cellars with plush drapes and candle light.
31 locals recommend
Opa
14 N ParadeGreek meze and cocktails served in vaulted cellars with plush drapes and candle light.
Want to relax?
Want to enjoy a day at the spa then look no further, the thermae spa in bath has a magnificent roof top pool overlooking bath or pop to Bowood house in Calne for a glorious massage.
For a unique experience, bathe in Britain’s naturally warm, mineral-rich waters at Thermae Bath Spa whilst taking in striking cityscape views from the rooftop pool.
392 locals recommend
Thermae Bath Spa
Hot Bath StreetFor a unique experience, bathe in Britain’s naturally warm, mineral-rich waters at Thermae Bath Spa whilst taking in striking cityscape views from the rooftop pool.
Set within acres of idyllic parkland, the state of the art Spa at Bowood, with its personal and professional service, idyllic views and superior treatments, makes a most memorable and relaxing experience.
From their award-winning Spa Days and Signature Treatments, to luxurious Spa Breaks and Memberships, Bowood’s wide range of facilities guarantee to relax and indulge mind, body and soul.
The Spa at Bowood
Set within acres of idyllic parkland, the state of the art Spa at Bowood, with its personal and professional service, idyllic views and superior treatments, makes a most memorable and relaxing experience.
From their award-winning Spa Days and Signature Treatments, to luxurious Spa Breaks and Memberships, Bowood’s wide range of facilities guarantee to relax and indulge mind, body and soul.
The Garden Spa By L'Occitane. Beautiful venue for an incredible spa day with lunch. Check out there website for package and day spa rates.
23 locals recommend
The Bath Priory
Weston RoadThe Garden Spa By L'Occitane. Beautiful venue for an incredible spa day with lunch. Check out there website for package and day spa rates.
Things to do in Bath!
What is there to do in Bath?
Komedia is Bath’s leading live entertainment venue, hosting a busy programme of live music, comedy, cabaret, film festivals, popular club nights and fun children’s events, in the beautifully restored Beau Nash cinema.
https://www.komedia.co.uk/bath/
63 locals recommend
Komedia Bath
22-23 Westgate StKomedia is Bath’s leading live entertainment venue, hosting a busy programme of live music, comedy, cabaret, film festivals, popular club nights and fun children’s events, in the beautifully restored Beau Nash cinema.
https://www.komedia.co.uk/bath/
There are plenty of beautiful walks to be had in and around Bath, the most popular being the Bath Skyline and Prior Park, both dog friendly too.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bath-skyline/trails/bath-skyline-walk
73 locals recommend
Bath Skyline
There are plenty of beautiful walks to be had in and around Bath, the most popular being the Bath Skyline and Prior Park, both dog friendly too.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bath-skyline/trails/bath-skyline-walk
There is nowhere else quite like Bath Abbey. Magnificent stained-glass windows, columns of honey-gold stone and some of the finest fan vaulting in the world, create an extraordinary experience of light and space. But there is more to it than that. There has been a place of Christian worship on this site for over 1,200 years and the Abbey remains a living church with services taking place throughout the entire week. Come and experience the special atmosphere and rich history of this holy and uplifting place.
165 locals recommend
Bath Abbey
There is nowhere else quite like Bath Abbey. Magnificent stained-glass windows, columns of honey-gold stone and some of the finest fan vaulting in the world, create an extraordinary experience of light and space. But there is more to it than that. There has been a place of Christian worship on this site for over 1,200 years and the Abbey remains a living church with services taking place throughout the entire week. Come and experience the special atmosphere and rich history of this holy and uplifting place.
Constructed in around 70AD as a grand bathing and socialising complex, the Roman Baths is one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world, where 1,170,000 litres of steaming spring water, reaching 46°C, still fills the bathing site every single day.
The Roman Baths is the site of extensive ruins and an interactive museum filled with many treasures and visual snippets that transport you back to Roman times and the lives of the Aquae Sulis people. Walk on ancient pavements as the Romans did 2,000 years ago, and explore chambers historically housing changing rooms and tepid plunge pools.
544 locals recommend
The Roman Baths
Abbey ChurchyardConstructed in around 70AD as a grand bathing and socialising complex, the Roman Baths is one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world, where 1,170,000 litres of steaming spring water, reaching 46°C, still fills the bathing site every single day.
The Roman Baths is the site of extensive ruins and an interactive museum filled with many treasures and visual snippets that transport you back to Roman times and the lives of the Aquae Sulis people. Walk on ancient pavements as the Romans did 2,000 years ago, and explore chambers historically housing changing rooms and tepid plunge pools.
The Forum represents a true reflection of typical Art Deco-era splendour including lacquered wood fixtures and fittings and gold-leafed flourishes all subtly vying for your attention. In the elegant auditorium, the iconic green cinema seats offer a spacious, luxurious audience experience.
12 locals recommend
The Forum
1A Forum BuildingsThe Forum represents a true reflection of typical Art Deco-era splendour including lacquered wood fixtures and fittings and gold-leafed flourishes all subtly vying for your attention. In the elegant auditorium, the iconic green cinema seats offer a spacious, luxurious audience experience.
TIVOLI Cinemas
6-8 Dorchester StChic little cinema that shows all of the latest films
Looking for a fun date night why not try boom battle bar which has axe throwing, mini golf, karoke, shuffleboard and beer pong
Boom Battle Bar Bath
Looking for a fun date night why not try boom battle bar which has axe throwing, mini golf, karoke, shuffleboard and beer pong
For the kids!
My recommendations for places to entertain the kids from budget free experiences to a whole day out for the family.
Avon Valley offers a great value day out for the whole family and only a 5min drive from the house. A whole day out with events running throughout the year.
34 locals recommend
Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park
Bath RoadAvon Valley offers a great value day out for the whole family and only a 5min drive from the house. A whole day out with events running throughout the year.
Royal Victoria Park
Marlborough LaneFree day out for the kids, apart from the ice creams!
Famous caves and attractions can be found at Wookey Hole, runnings great events throughout the year its a fantastic day out for all the family.
164 locals recommend
Wookey Hole Caves
High StreetFamous caves and attractions can be found at Wookey Hole, runnings great events throughout the year its a fantastic day out for all the family.
Local Takeaways!
Tynings Fish and Chips
505 Bath RoadLocal fish and chips -
2.30pm - 2.30pm
5pm - 9pm
Closed Sunday & Monday
Domino's Pizza - Bath - Oldfield Park
40 Moorland Road(10min Drive)
10am - 5am Monday - Sunday
McDonald's
Lower Bristol RoadEasy takeaway for all the family.
(10Min Drive)
6am - 12pm Monday - Sunday
Wonderful Indian restaurant that offer delivery or collection. Food is incredible and reasonably priced.
Cinnamon
68 High StWonderful Indian restaurant that offer delivery or collection. Food is incredible and reasonably priced.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Ways to get around Bath.
There are plenty off ways to get around locally, with the cycle track running straight into bath, park and ride at Newbridge and Lansdown or simply book a taxi / uber or hop onto the bus, details can be found in your welcome guide for specific bus stops and nearest points.
Book before you go
Booking is recommended!
I would recommend pre booking tables at restaurants, tickets for activities or days out especially if it's something you would really like to do, with busy weekends and some restrictions still in place, I would hate for you to miss out enjoying some of the delights that Bath has to offer.