Winter and summer alike, you can enjoy the sightseeing of unmissable places that make up the history of the city and moments of relaxation with green walks and moments at the spa. Because if Bath is more commonly called Bath Spa, it is not for nothing. The English city, full of history, is rich in heritage, varied and astonishing.

• The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa

This is "The Place to Be" of Bath Spa. Facing a large park, the hotel is housed in a crescent shaped John Wood building. The place is one of the most incredible of Bath, until becoming a must if you pass in the city. We go there for lodging (the French sommelier Jean-Marc Leitao is proud to share his favorites), for a typical afternoon tea modernized with champagne Taittinger, or for a relaxing session in the spa. You can also do everything for a memorable stay ... Typically English, the decoration gives the impression of living in a remote cottage in the countryside, creating this feeling of absolute calm, as if you were far from everything. Then, in 5 minutes walk, you reach the center of the city.

address: 6 Royal Cres, Bath

Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa

• The crescent-shaped buildings of John Wood

In English, they are called "Crescent", an architectural form of buildings designed by Englishman John Wood, the architect of Bath Spa. The Royal Crescent Hotel is one of the most beautiful illustrations of his work. They have the particularity of being monumental by their rounded shape which reminds one of a crescent, all sublimated by levels that recall the Roman architecture with the Ionic columns at the first level, Doric at the second level, then Corinthian even more above. These buildings are one of the characteristics of the city of Bath, but there are also some in the embassy district of London.

• The Jane Austen Center

Impossible to go to Bath without stepping in the footsteps of the British writer Jane Austen. If she lived in the city at exactly 5 different addresses, a house located in the center has reconstituted her universe and her way of life. Between retrospective videos to project in his time, costumes, letters and special editions of his books, you will more than ever want to re-read "Pride and Prejudice", and all the others.

Address: 40 Gay St, Bath

• The baths of Bath, thermaespa

Public Bathing Site, although historic, is located in the center of Bath Spa. Perfectly preserved, it assumes the airs of small thalasso but always in the spirit "public bath" from where one can admire the city from another angle, especially when outside. Baths of different temperatures can be discovered for an optimal feeling of well-being, making the baths of Bath an inescapable place, as in Roman times.

Address: Stall St, Bath

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• Sally Lun

It is not the most incredible restaurant, but we go there mainly for its brioche, the brioche of Bath that is not found anywhere else. The latter has the peculiarity of being round and simple in the making, but conceals a special recipe, specific to the city. Another brioche is also sold in Bath: the brioche with sugar and raisins. Attention, it is reserved for the big followers of sugar because the pastry cooks do not skimp on the doses ...

Address: 4 N Parade, Bath

• The Fashion Museum

Small but rich in history, the Museum of Fashion shares the history of Bath, actually born in the seventeenth century, to the present day. An opportunity to see the styles of the outfits seen in the Downtown Abbey series, to have fun trying out clothes of the time in a special room, and to learn more about the white collections specially created in 2011 by Sarah burton - artistic director of the Alexander McQuee House - to avoid any suspicion about making the wedding dress of Kate Middleton that same year.

Address: Assembly Rooms, Bennett St, Bath

• The Roman Baths - The Grand Pump Room
  

Among the emblematic places of Bath are the Roman baths which give the impression of having left England for Italy. In the heart of the city, the perfectly preserved place is a public bathing site and a real tourist attraction. There are some baths which constitute the imposing complex of Bath Baths and their function, as well as a museum on the first floor retracing the history of Aquae Sulis, the ancient Roman thermal city.

Address: Stall St, Bath

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• The Old Green Tree Pub

It illustrates another architectural feature of Bath: the very wide and very low doors. The Old Green Tree Pub is one of the most typical places to immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of English pubs.

Address: 12 Green St, Bath

• Union Street and Milsom Street

Very architecturally preserved, Bath is home to the most famous English stores behind its colorful Windows Bow window windows. Union Street and Milsom Street are the two most important streets for a shopping session.

• The Spa at the Royal Crescent Hotel

Bath Spa would not be called so if it did not offer the best care. After the Spa, the Royal Crescent Spa. The Royal Crescent's spa, located behind the garden of the Royal Crescent Hotel, offers a variety of treatments, from facials, hot stone treatments to manicures and personalized treatments, all for a minimum of 45 minutes. Here the customer is king and his well-being takes precedence over the rest. A Zen bubble is made of which it is difficult to withdraw afterwards. The big plus? The space consists of a pool way swimming lane, a sauna and a hammam to extend the moment relaxation. After that, you will have reached fullness!

address: 16 Royal Cres, Bath (you have to cross the hotel garden to get there)

Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa

• Checkers

This chic pub located not far from the Royal Crescent is calm and elegant, just like a classic restaurant. Attention: the place is not reserved for small appetites. Indeed, some appetizers are worth the dishes and the glasses of wine are extra large. One tip: just take one dish, or one entry for two and one dish each. Specialized in grilled meats, you will taste typical flavors of the corner that will delight you.

address: 50 Rivers St, Bath

• Jamie's

If you get tired of English pubs, head over to Jamie's, an Italian restaurant located in a small walkway not far from the main streets. What to travel in Italy for a meal with a large selection of pizzas and pasta.

Address: 10 Milsom St, Bath

• The Bath Abbey

Amazing in its size, it is also surprising in its architecture. On its facade, one discovers elements never seen elsewhere, especially those angels clinging to the columns.

address: central square (historic center), Bath

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• Le Café Rouge

If you are nostalgic of France, wanting to regain the charm of French cafes, this bistro is for you. Between French dishes and English dishes, you will enjoy this successful combo that proves the strong bond that unites France and England.

Address: 15 Milsom St, Bath

How to get to Bath?
Take the Eurostar towards London Saint-Pancras in Paris - Gare du Nord. Once you arrive, you will have to take a train (equivalent to our TER) to Paddington station, as trains departing from Kings Cross St. Pancras do not lead to Bath. Going to Paddington Station will take you about 25 minutes.

Like before you go to bath, you have to go to London: if you imagine the destination too expensive, there is the SNAP application, the new digital platform (snap.eurostar.com) to take advantage of the best Eurostar rates. You will only have to choose the date, the time and the destination. Eurostar will select the most suitable train. Reservations open 7 days before the departure date, and tickets from Paris to London are now on sale at 33 euros one way (free for children under 4).