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Wells Cathedral, Wells
Wells Cathedral
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Ranked #1 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
5 of 5 stars 131 reviews
This 12th-century cathedral is a fine example of Early Gothic architecture.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
Roman Baths Museum, Bath
Roman Baths Museum
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Ranked #2 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 552 reviews
Hidden beneath the present city of Bath lies the stone remains of one of the finest religious spas of the ancient world.
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites; History Museums; Museums; Architectural Buildings; Speciality Museums
Distance  32.8 miles from city centre
The Roman Baths, Bath
The Roman Baths
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Ranked #3 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 484 reviews
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  32.8 miles from city centre
Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury
Glastonbury Tor
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Ranked #4 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 110 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Geologic Formations
Distance  12.7 miles from city centre
Bath Abbey, Bath
Bath Abbey
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Ranked #5 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 321 reviews
Owner description: Begun in 1499 by Bishop King, this is England's last great medieval church, dissolved in 1539 and now serving as a parish... more » Owner 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. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  32.8 miles from city centre
Theatre Royal, Bath
Theatre Royal
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Ranked #6 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 70 reviews
This prestigious theater was built in the 17th century and continues to sponsor performances throughout the year.
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  32.7 miles from city centre
The Circus, Bath
The Circus
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Ranked #7 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 119 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  32.8 miles from city centre
West Somerset Railway, Minehead
West Somerset Railway
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Ranked #8 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: This scenic 20-mile rail tour from the Quantock Hills to the Bristol Channel coast recaptures the romantic era of steam rail... more » Owner description: This scenic 20-mile rail tour from the Quantock Hills to the Bristol Channel coast recaptures the romantic era of steam rail travel. « less
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Distance  126.5 miles from city centre
Vicar's Close, Wells
Vicar's Close
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Ranked #9 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  16.3 miles from city centre
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton
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Ranked #10 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  8.6 miles from city centre
Chalice Well, Glastonbury
Chalice Well
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Ranked #11 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  12.1 miles from city centre
American Museum, Bath
American Museum
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Ranked #12 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Owner description: This museum chronicles the American lifestyle and culture from the New England colonists to the Civil War period, featuring a... more » Owner description: This museum chronicles the American lifestyle and culture from the New England colonists to the Civil War period, featuring a replica of George Washington's garden at Mount Vernon and an American arboretum. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  34.2 miles from city centre
Royal Victoria Park, Bath
Royal Victoria Park
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Ranked #13 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 51 reviews

The children's play area is fantastic. They have a giant sand pit with diggers, a wiggly slide and castle tower climbing frame, a spiders web rope climbing frame, swings... more »

Attraction type  Parks
Distance  32.5 miles from city centre
White Spring Well & Temple, Glastonbury
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Ranked #14 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  12.3 miles from city centre
Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury
Glastonbury Abbey
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Ranked #15 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 73 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites; Ancient Ruins; Mysterious Sites
Distance  130.6 miles from city centre
Holburne Museum, Bath
Holburne Museum
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Ranked #16 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Owner description: With an impressive collection of fine and decorative art, this newly transformed Museum, with Garden Cafe, is situated in... more » Owner description: With an impressive collection of fine and decorative art, this newly transformed Museum, with Garden Cafe, is situated in lovely grounds and is set to become Bath's must-see attraction. Open daily, admission free. 10am to 5pm (11am on Sundays) « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  33.2 miles from city centre
Alexandra Park, Bath
Alexandra Park
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Ranked #17 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: Acquired by the city of Bath in 1896 and opened in 1902, this city park is located on top of Beechen Cliff and is a popular... more » Owner description: Acquired by the city of Bath in 1896 and opened in 1902, this city park is located on top of Beechen Cliff and is a popular area for walking, picnicking and relaxing. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  32.3 miles from city centre
No. 1 Royal Crescent, Bath
No. 1 Royal Crescent
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Ranked #18 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 158 reviews
Owner description: No.1 Royal Crescent is a magnificently restored Georgian town house that creates a wonderfully vital picture of life in... more » Owner description: No.1 Royal Crescent is a magnificently restored Georgian town house that creates a wonderfully vital picture of life in Georgian Bath. The house provides visitors to the Crescent with an opportunity to look beyond the famous Palladian façade and see what life was like for the wealthy in 18th century Bath. Each room is an exquisite example of Georgian interior design with authentic furniture, paintings, textiles and carpets. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Museums; Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  32.8 miles from city centre
Royal Crescent, Bath
Royal Crescent
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Ranked #19 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 107 reviews
Owner description: Designed by John Wood II (1767-75), the Royal Crescent is comprised of thirty houses, shaped like a half-Colosseum, which... more » Owner description: Designed by John Wood II (1767-75), the Royal Crescent is comprised of thirty houses, shaped like a half-Colosseum, which uses a gigantic series of Ionic columns on high bases. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites; Museums
Distance  32.7 miles from city centre
Fleet Air Arm Museum, Ilchester
Fleet Air Arm Museum
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Ranked #20 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 62 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  16.7 miles from city centre
Sally Lunn's Museum, Bath
Sally Lunn's Museum
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Ranked #21 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4 of 5 stars 242 reviews

The oldest house in Bath (c.1482) is also a multi award-winning air-conditioned eatery right in the centre of the oldest part of central Bath . Described as ‘delicious’ by The... more »

Attraction type  History Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  32.8 miles from city centre
Herschel Museum of Astronomy, Bath
Herschel Museum of Astronomy
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Ranked #22 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Owner description: Located in the home of William Herschel and his sister, this museum is dedicated to the many achievements of the Herschels,... more » Owner description: Located in the home of William Herschel and his sister, this museum is dedicated to the many achievements of the Herschels, who were noted astronomers and talented musicians during the 18th century. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums; Speciality Museums; Museums
Distance  32.5 miles from city centre
Prior Park Landscape Gardens (NT), Bath
Prior Park Landscape Gardens (NT)
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Ranked #23 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 40 reviews
Owner description: A beautiful 18th-century landscape garden featuring the Palladian Bridge, which is magically sited on a scenic lake with... more » Owner description: A beautiful 18th-century landscape garden featuring the Palladian Bridge, which is magically sited on a scenic lake with sweeping views of the city of Bath. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  32.7 miles from city centre
Pulteney Bridge, Bath
Pulteney Bridge
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Ranked #24 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4 of 5 stars 117 reviews
Owner description: One of only three bridges in the world lined with shops, this exquisite 18th-century bridge is one of the most admired... more » Owner description: One of only three bridges in the world lined with shops, this exquisite 18th-century bridge is one of the most admired structures in Bath. « less
Attraction type  Bridges; Flea/ Street Markets
Distance  32.9 miles from city centre
Forde Abbey & Gardens
Forde Abbey & Gardens
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Ranked #25 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Thirty acres of beautiful gardens, surrounding one of the oldest inhabited houses in England that is open to the public,... more » Owner description: Thirty acres of beautiful gardens, surrounding one of the oldest inhabited houses in England that is open to the public, features a rockery, bog garden, arboretum and millions of spring bulbs. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Gardens
Distance  19.5 miles from city centre
Montacute House, Montacute
Montacute House
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Ranked #26 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Owner description: Built at the end of the 16th century, this is considered one of the most beautiful Elizabethan houses in England, which was a... more » Owner description: Built at the end of the 16th century, this is considered one of the most beautiful Elizabethan houses in England, which was a symbol of Sir Edward Phelips' wealth and high social standing. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  32.8 miles from city centre
Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Wells
Bishop's Palace and Gardens
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Ranked #27 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens; Historic Sites
Distance  16.2 miles from city centre
Parade Gardens, Bath
Parade Gardens
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Ranked #28 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Laid out 1933-34 on the site of 18th-and 19th-century pleasure gardens, this is a wonderful place to relax and people-watch.
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  32.9 miles from city centre
Brean Down, Burnham-On-Sea
Brean Down
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Ranked #29 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Botanical Gardens at Victoria Park, Bath
Botanical Gardens at Victoria Park
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Ranked #30 of 183 Attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: Located on the north side of Bath's Victoria Park, these gardens were constructed in 1887 and today displays a huge variety... more » Owner description: Located on the north side of Bath's Victoria Park, these gardens were constructed in 1887 and today displays a huge variety of plants spreading over nine acres of its scenic landscape. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  32.6 miles from city centre
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