10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Bath

The Roman Baths are an exceptionally well-preserved group of natural thermal spas that make for a romantic couple of hours. A tour of the 4 main areas of the baths – the Sacred Spring, the Roman Temple, the Roman Bath House and the museum – is, for many, the premier attraction in the city of Bath, which takes its name from the site.

For an added romantic element, try visiting the Roman Baths during summer, when the site stays open to the public until 10 pm for atmospheric torchlight tours.

Pulteney Bridge is one of the most beautiful examples of Georgian architecture in Bath. Built in the 18th century, the bridge is lined with dozens of quaint little shops selling everything from rugby merchandise to fishing supplies.

A stroll along the bridge is one of the quintessential romantic experiences to enjoy in Bath, especially at sunset when things begin to wind down for the evening. Alternatively, head to one of the riverside viewing points to get an unobstructed glimpse of the bridge’s unique structure.

Thermae Bath Spa is a natural thermal spa located in Bath’s ancient centre. Home to a wide range of spa packages, including a unique twilight experience, this luxurious establishment offers couples in Bath a romantic way to relax together.

Housed in a contemporary building, there are still flashes of Bath’s Roman and Georgian history on show throughout Thermae Bath Spa. A truly memorable experience to be had here is soaking in the rooftop pool with stunning views across the old city, made even better at sunset.

Prior Park Landscape Garden provides couples with a romantic escape from the hustle and bustle of Bath, just a short distance to the city centre. Designed by famous poet Alexander Pope and legendary landscape architect Capability Brown, these 18th-century gardens are set in a sweeping valley above Bath city. 

You can relish the stunning views, with sunset a particularly romantic time to visit. This is especially true during the warmest days of summer, when the gardens teem with all manner of plants and animals.

Royal Victoria Park can lay claim to being the first park of any in Britain to bear the name of Queen Victoria. Indeed, this sprawling space was inaugurated by the 11-year-old Victoria in 1830, some 7 years before she would ascend to the throne.

Nowadays, Royal Victoria Park is one of the most romantic spots in Bath. Just a short walk from the centre, it's a stunning expanse of green, covering 57 acres. Besides an arboretum, you'll also find many botanic gardens and the Great Dell Aerial Walkway.

A hot-air balloon ride is one of the most exhilarating ways to experience this ancient city. With breathtakingly beautiful vistas of Bath and the surrounding rural areas, the romance of floating over the Royal Crescent, the Circus and the River Avon is hard to beat.

Two companies, Bath Balloons and Bailey Balloons, offer romantic couples hot-air balloon rides during the warmest months of the year. Booking ahead is recommended as this is an activity that gets more popular as the summer draws in.

The Little Theatre is a 2-screen picture house in Bath city centre dating all the way back to 1935. Easily the most romantic spot in town to catch a film screening, this gem of a place shows a mixture of arthouse and blockbuster titles.

For those seeking a truly memorable cinematic night of romance, head to the chic bar beforehand for a glass of organic wine or locally made beer before catching one of their retro film screenings. Check their website for information and listings.

Bath Skyline is a stunning 3-mile loop circling the old city and offering stunningly breathtaking romantic views of Bath. Boasting secret valleys resplendent with flowers and lush, cool woodlands, the Bath Skyline teems with plants and wildlife, including rare butterflies during spring and summer when this area is at its most romantic.

Head to the Iron Age fort on Little Solsbury Hill for the best vistas over Bath. Be sure to keep your eyes ears open for the song of the skylark, which has made a home for itself along the trail and can be heard warbling from late spring onwards.

A traditional way to explore the city of Bath is to go punting through the many waterways snaking across town. A punt is a traditional longboat that’s navigated by pushing a long pole against the river bed to propelling the boat forward. An excellent way to spend a warm summer’s day, punting on the River Avon combines Bath’s ancient city scenery with scenes of rural beauty just outside of the city centre.