November 25th, 2009 
Frederick Hoymer Planning a vacation to Bath – Somerset is like taking a step back in time. When seeing Bath from the air, a person can clearly see the Roman grid pattern of the streets and the Georgian architecture that makes the city so popular. There are many things to do and sites to see in Bath that are unreplicated anywhere else in Britain.
This historic city has both Roman architecture and Georgian architecture on every street. You will see the last of the medieval churches still in use that was built in–99. There are also the Roman baths. These are the only natural hot springs in Britain. The cobblestone street leading to the hot springs are resplendent with buildings, shops, and boutiques. From the front, you would not know that the magnificent temple and hot spring bath lie behind the Georgian doors. The displays and exhibits within the temple provide artifacts and information that create an unrivaled experience for visitors.
Bath became a very popular resort city because of the healing properties of the hot springs. Many people still find that the springs have a rejuvenating quality and play holidays around visits to the modern Thermaspa. There are several packages for visitors that wish to spend a day being pampered in the warm waters of the hot springs.
There are many methods of finding the starting point for your sightseeing. You may want to tour the city in a open top bus. Several guided tours are provided that trade the path of the Romans through modern times. Or, you might want to see Bath using the services of a walking tour guide. In addition, there are canal boats available that offer tours from the water of many of the Bath points of interest.
Most of the sites that you visit in Bath have living museums with residents who can discuss the life and times of the periods they represent. At the Jane Austen Centre you will find a collection of items and objects that affected many of her writings. The guides are well versed in the life and times of the era and have many stories of how Bath was in Victorian times.
Sally Lunn Bun is the oldest house in Bath. After touring the home, you can see the bakery that was used over 300 years ago to make the sweet buns that are made using the same methods in the bakery at the front of the home today. The home offers displays of the different eras in which it provided food to the residents of Bath and a historical timeline of how Bath grew into the popular city that it is.
Visiting the Fashion Museum will give you a chance to see how Bath has affected the fashion world for over four hundred years. Many of the textiles and styles of clothing show the distinct reflection of the fashion designers of Bath. After visiting the museum, you may wish to visit the fashion centres and boutiques to see what the new trends and fashions being produced are.
There are many types of accommodation available when visiting Bath. You may wish to stay in a luxurious room in the historic Royal Crescent hotel. The hotel built in the 1700s’ offers the beauty and elegance of the era as well as a spa and restaurant. Or, you might want to stay in one of the bed and breakfasts or inns that are in Bath. Many provide the cozy warmth of a home and the friendliness of the residents.
There are events and festivals throughout the year. Most notably is the yearly Mozart festival that attracts visitors and participants from around the world. If you want to participate in sports, you will find that there is a world class golf course in Bath – Somerset. You will also find many other activities available including cycling, riding, rowing, and much more.
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