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.
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.
Royal Victoria Park
One of Bath’s largest green spaces, this popular public park offers a variety of family-friendly attractions throughout the year.
The Circus
See this remarkable series of Georgian townhouses, built in a compelling circular shape.
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 Botanical Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Bath Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Bath. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Bath: Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein Entrance Ticket
Tootbus Bath Discovery Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour
Bath: Guided Tour of Iconic Bridgerton Filming Locations
Bath Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Top hotels in Upper Town
Francis Hotel Bath
We were able to check in a bit early and our bags were taken to our room during the check in process
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
Beautiful hotel! I felt like everything was perfect, calm, and quiet. I'd absolutely stay here again.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
The Queensberry Hotel
Roomservice and bar service was great, bartender was very helpful. Bathroom facilities were fabulous!
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Apex City of Bath Hotel
Everything about the hotel was great the staff the breakfast, the pool the room, it’s in a very good place aka close to all the tourist sites.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Enjoyed our stay at The Clayton Hotel. Great location for exploring Bristol. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Bristol Grand Hotel By Sunday
Spot on location, gorgeous bed and nice staff what more could you ask for, breakfast was nice too, somehow fitted my Ford ranger in the multi storey next door, will definitely use again.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
Kingsmead
When in Kingsmead, you can plan a visit to Theatre Royal Bath and Jane Austen Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
Walcot
If you're spending some time in Walcot, Artisan Quarter and Milsom Quarter 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 Sally Lunn's.
