Roman Baths Audio Tour

Explore 2,000 years of history at Britain's finest historic site. This self-guided tour takes you through the Sacred Spring, Roman Temple, Roman Bath House and museum with expert commentary from Bill Bryson. Interactive displays and projections bring ancient Bath to life. The tour includes access to all areas of the Roman Baths complex and a taste of the famous thermal spring water. Best for families and Roman history enthusiasts. This is a easy activity lasting 1.5 hours. Group size: unlimited. You meet at Roman Baths entrance, Abbey Churchyard. Key highlights: 2,000-year-old Sacred Spring still flowing at 46°C, Great Bath with original Roman lead lining, Bill Bryson audio commentary.

Price: £25

Duration: 1.5 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: unlimited

Minimum age: all ages

Best for: families and Roman history enthusiasts

Best time: Early morning (9am-10am) or late afternoon (4pm-5pm) to avoid crowds

Meeting point: Roman Baths entrance, Abbey Churchyard

Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, Portuguese

Here is how the experience unfolds:

Start Collect audio guide and map - Available in 9 languages with special children's commentary.

First 20 min Sacred Spring and Roman Temple - See where Romans threw curses and coins into the hot spring.

Next 30 min Great Bath exploration - Walk around the main bathing pool with steam rising from 46°C water.

Next 20 min Roman Bath House - Discover changing rooms, cold plunge pools and hypocaust heating system.

Next 15 min Museum artifacts - See Roman coins, jewellery and the famous gilded bronze head of Minerva.

Final 5 min Spring water tasting - Sample the mineral-rich water that flows at 250,000 gallons daily.

The whole experience takes 1.5 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Roman Baths entrance, Abbey Churchyard.

• 2,000-year-old Sacred Spring still flowing at 46°C
• Great Bath with original Roman lead lining
• Bill Bryson audio commentary
• Museum with Roman curse tablets and artifacts
• Taste the thermal spring water
• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts. Audio guides available with loop system.

What is included: Audio guide in 9 languages, Access to all Roman Baths areas, Museum entry, Spring water tasting, Site map.

Not included: Food and drinks, Personal guide, Photography inside some areas. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, Camera for permitted areas, Layers for temperature changes. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Early morning (9am-10am) or late afternoon (4pm-5pm) to avoid crowds.

Tip: Include Great Bath and Sacred Spring

Tip: Taste the thermal spring water

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts. Audio guides available with loop system..

Operator: Roman Baths Museum | Book directly (opens in new tab) | Phone: +44 1225 477785

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Bath Abbey (2 min walk)
• Pulteney Bridge (5 min walk)
• Jane Austen Centre (3 min walk)

This activity is run by Roman Baths Museum.

Book directly at their website (opens in new tab).

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 24 hours before visit.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts. Audio guides available with loop system..

Best time to go: Early morning (9am-10am) or late afternoon (4pm-5pm) to avoid crowds.

How long does the Roman Baths audio tour take?

The self-guided audio tour typically takes 1.5 hours, though you can take longer if desired. The site includes the Sacred Spring, Great Bath, Roman Bath House and museum with over 20 audio stops throughout.

Is the Roman Baths audio tour suitable for children?

Yes, there's a special children's audio commentary featuring stories and activities. The site is pushchair-friendly with lifts and ramps. Children under 6 enter free with paying adult.

Can you drink the spring water at Roman Baths?

Yes, you can taste the thermal spring water in the Pump Room. The water is naturally heated to 46°C and contains 43 minerals. It has a distinctive taste due to iron and sulfur content.