Upper Town Travel Guide
Bath
Visit Upper Town
Popular places to visit
Royal Crescent
This semicircular terrace of townhouses is one of Bath’s most well-known landmarks.
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Explore this Georgian town house, now a museum furnished as it might have been over 200 years ago, and discover the lifestyle and interests of families in that period.
The Circus
See this remarkable series of Georgian townhouses, built in a compelling circular shape.
Royal Victoria Park
One of Bath’s largest green spaces, this popular public park offers a variety of family-friendly attractions throughout the year.
Bath Assembly Rooms
The Bath Assembly Rooms were known as the city’s most stylish entertainment venue in the 18th and 19th centuries. View these elegant public rooms and explore the unique Fashion Museum set on the lower ground floor.
Thermae Bath Spa
Bathe in some of Britain’s warmest thermal waters and unwind with relaxing treatments at this appealing spa complex.
Top hotels in Upper Town
Francis Hotel Bath
"The reception staff were great at everything they did for us. They went beyond expectations, and were genuinely enthusiastic."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
"Great"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Queensberry Hotel
"What a lovely place to stay. Service was exceptional. Location was excellent. Room was delightful."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
"Lovely hotel, we always enjoy our stays here x"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Majestic Hotels Bristol
"Poor signage to indicate location, lack of information about parking. Front doors broken. Additional bill items added at check in without warning, tax and £20 parking. Room smelled musty and dusty. Not surprising as windows don't open and no air conditioning. Weird carpet thing up one wall. Only ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Mollie's Bristol
"It was our first time staying at Mollie's Motel, Cribbs Causeway, Bristol, and we weren't disappointed. Our room was really spacious and clean, and huge, with a perfectly set out accessible shower room (the only thing that would improve it would be a shelf near the sink for toothbrushes and toothpaste ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Upper Town
Bath City Centre
The lively bars and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Bath City Centre. A stop by Thermae Bath Spa or Roman Baths might round out your trip.
Bathwick
If you're spending some time in Bathwick, The Holburne Museum and The Recreation Ground are top sights worth seeing.
Oldfield Park
Though Oldfield Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Theatre Royal Bath and No. 1 Royal Crescent.
Bear Flat
While there might not be top attractions in Bear Flat, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Thermae Bath Spa and Sally Lunn's.
Walcot
If you're spending some time in Walcot, Artisan Quarter and Building of Bath Museum are top sights worth seeing.
