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.
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.
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.
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.
Bath Botanical Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Bath Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Bath. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours
Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
Bath: Guided Tour of Iconic Bridgerton Filming Locations
Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath
Top hotels in Upper Town
Francis Hotel Bath
Nicely decorated Superior King room but on arrival it was quite chilly. There was a draught coming from the sash window and also some road noise - which I hate because I’m a light sleeper, and I’m very surprised there is no secondary glazing to stop the draught and reduce the road noise. The bathroom ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
Lovely place.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Queensberry Hotel
A lovely stay in a lovely boutique hotel, the staff were all excellent and couldn't do enough for us. Special mentions to Wayne and Beau who both went above and beyond from parking our car to loading our luggage from car to room and back andshowing us the many delights (and rooms) the hotel has to ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Brocks Guest House
Clean & affordable
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Had a lovely stay, particularly impressed with pool/health facilities. Nice room and perfect location. Staff very kind and helpful
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Clean room, nice staff and great location
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
Kingsmead
When in Kingsmead, you can plan a visit to Queens Square and Theatre Royal Bath, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lansdown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lansdown and surrounding area, you can visit Royal Crescent and No. 1 Royal Crescent.
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.
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 Queens Square.
Walcot
If you're spending some time in Walcot, Milsom Quarter and Building of Bath Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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 Roman Baths.
