Free self-guided walk · Bath

Abbey to the Royal Crescent

A free self-guided walk in Bath, from the Roman Baths and the abbey over Pulteney Bridge and up to the Circus and the Royal Crescent.

Distance
1.7 km
Walking time
22 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
6

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Bath on foot.

Finish in Royal Victoria Park below the crescent.

  • Terrain: Hilly up to the Royal Crescent.
  • Best time: Morning.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Bath Abbey

    Start at the abbey.

  2. Roman Baths

    Beside the abbey.

  3. Pulteney Bridge

    The shop-lined bridge.

  4. Assembly Rooms

    Georgian rooms.

  5. The Circus

    The ring of houses.

  6. Royal Crescent

    Finish at the crescent.

Tips

  • The Roman Baths charge entry.
  • No. 1 Royal Crescent is a museum.
  • Pulteney Weir is best seen from the riverside.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.