Bath Downtown

Located on the west coast of England in the county of Somerset, Bath is a historic city with an abundance of museums, culture and entertainment. The city has been built along the beautiful River Avon and attracts a large number of visitors each year to see festivals and theatre.

Hiring a car and self-driving from Bath Downtown is a popular choice as the surrounding countryside is scenic and has numerous historical sites. It is best to book Bath Downtown car rental online in advance for the best money-saving offers.

Bath is the home of Britain’s only hot spring, which was first taken advantage of by the Romans, who built a stunning temple that the water flows through. The Roman baths are World Heritage listed with UNESCO and have guided tours showing how the Romans used the baths.

The Museum of East Asian Art is located in Bath and has become the most regarded gallery for East Asian art outside of London. There are numerous exhibits with works from Korea, Japan, China and South East Asian countries. The Fashion Museum in downtown Bath has an extensive collection showcasing the history of fashion over the last 400 years.

The downtown district of Bath has a variety of shops with large malls, independent shops and department stores. You will find a host of brand name outlets along the high street as well as some interesting market stalls. The cosmopolitan city has a great selection of restaurants with flavours and cuisines from around the world. Also in abundance are English pubs serving traditional British food and local ales.

Just 50 miles from Bath Downtown and a popular tourist attraction is the world famous Stonehenge, which is open daily from 08:00 until 16:30. Another good spot to visit with your rental car is Cheddar Gorge and Caves. The gorge is picturesque and provides some great trekking. The countryside around Bath is beautiful so just taking a drive is a pleasant experience.