Bath - Roman Baths and Pump Room

Must-see attractions nearby: Circus Royal Crescent Bath Abbey Pulteney Bridge Prior Park Museum of Costume and Assembly Rooms Victoria Art Gallery & Guildhall

The complex of buildings around the spring served not only to supply the baths with mineral water but also for worship of the two deities, many votive offerings being recovered from the wells. Systematic excavations began in the late 19th century, the most recent being conducted between 1981 and 1983. Many of the artifacts found in the baths, temples and sacred springs are on display in the museum although some have also been left in situ. Visitors should give priority to seeing the Great Bath, which measures 39 x 78ft/12 x 24m and is nearly 6ft/2m deep.