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Bath Abbey

13 Kingston Buildings, Bath BA1 1LT, England
44-1225-422462
Ranked #4 of 75 attractions in Bath
4.5 of 5 stars 180 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Description: Begun in 1499 by Bishop King, this is England's last great medieval church, dissolved in 1539 and now serving as a parish church.
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Julie C
Cranleigh, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

The Abbey tour is a must, the views are great but it is just fascinating to see "backstage" More

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Charlie C
London, United Kingdom
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29 reviews
12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

Beautiful interior and some very nice stained glass - was nice to hear the organist practice as we were there. A lovely energy and the people helping at the front were very helpful and extremely charming. I would LOVE to be married here! More

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Imperceptus
London
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4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012 NEW

Beautiful building with a beautiful sounding organ, if you're lucky enough to get a chance to hear it! Donations of £2.50 work out to be good value! More

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Gooner66iw
Letchworth, United Kingdom
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15 reviews
5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012 NEW

We visited the abbey during a midweek trip to Bath. The Abbey dominates the historic centre and is a magnificent building but not quite as good as I was hoping. We only found out about the tower tour the day after which is a pity as its something we would have done. On a clear day I think the view... More

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mollin33
bristol
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10 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012 NEW

The cathedral is wonderful both inside and out as you would expect. We went on the tour available up the 200 steps to the clock tower. We were well informed with regard to bell ringing and historical details. We were able to sit behind the clock face and have the most amazing view from the tower! Well worth the climb.... More

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tposner
Goldsboro, North Carolina
Senior Contributor
22 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012 NEW

I was actually quite surprised by the emotional reaction I had there. When I visited Westminister Abbey, I didn't get that feeling and that was where I really expected to. The Bath Abbey is beyond beautiful and I was lucky enough to get there in time for the 5:30 prayer service on Friday evening. What an amazing way to start... More

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Caro9697
Chester, United Kingdom
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3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012 NEW

Lovely setting and fantastic building to walk around in More

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Julian349
Bath
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14 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012 NEW

It is definitely a place worth visiting. It has a very small entrance fee(2 pounds) and you will be amazed of the meticulousness of architectural detail both indoors and outdoors. I would recommend to enjoy a concert of some kind if possible. More

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mina d
bedfordshire
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38 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012 NEW

worth a visit fro culture and history, not suer its worth the fee however its down to personal taste More

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Roamingdolly
Chester, Cheshire
Senior Contributor
41 reviews
31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

You can't visit Bath without visiting the Abbey so give yourself plenty of time so see this wonderful building More

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