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The Roman Baths (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is The Roman Baths?

81%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 81% Kids-Friendly: Children’s audio guide, activity trails and roaming Roman actors make history fun; however, uneven steps, water edges and limited tactile exhibits mean close adult supervision is essential.

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Positives:

  • Inclusive resources: Audioguides and trails for different ages are free with admission.
  • On-site café & shop: The Pump Room offers family menus; the gift shop has kid-friendly souvenirs.

Challenges:

  • Steep steps: Stone steps and narrow walkways may slow down younger children.
  • Peak-time crowds: Midday visits get busy; expect queues at reception and main displays.
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What is The Roman Baths?

  • A sprawling Roman bathing complex built around a natural hot spring in the 1st century AD
  • A series of limestone bathhouses, heated chambers and the remains of a temple dedicated to the goddess Sulis Minerva
  • A purpose-built museum housing artifacts, inscriptions and mosaics excavated from the ancient baths

What is so special about The Roman Baths for with kids?

  1. Free children’s audioguide narrated by Michael Rosen
  2. Family-friendly trails with puzzles for all ages
  3. Interactive Roman Gym with projections
  4. Costumed characters roam and engage kids
  5. Optional archaeology sessions for hands-on fun

Recommended visit duration: 1-3 hours

Why 1-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Enough time to use audioguides, complete activity trails and explore the baths at a relaxed pace with kids.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in The Roman Baths

Children’s Audio Tour:

Michael Rosen narrates Roman life stories for younger visitors.

Tip: Pick up two children’s audioguides at reception and share earbuds so both kids can listen.

Family Activity Trails:

Paper trails for preschool and primary ages with puzzles and clues.

Tip: Collect preschool and primary sheets on arrival and carry a pencil.

Costumed Roman Characters:

Actors dressed as soldiers, priests and merchants roam the site.

Tip: Find them near the Great Bath for chats and photo ops.

Roman Gym Exploration:

Audio-visual projections show Roman workouts and ancient sauna layouts.

Tip: Visit the Roman Gym mid-visit to let kids run around the open courtyard.

Archaeology Adventure:

Hands-on sessions digging replica Roman artefacts.

Tip: Book Feb half-term slots online; sessions run at 11 am and 12 pm.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to The Roman Baths

  1. Arrive early: Buy tickets online and get to the Baths at opening to secure audioguides.
  2. Split the trails: Give the preschool trail to your 3 year old and the primary trail to your older child.
  3. Lunch break: Visit the Pump Room between 12 – 1 pm when tables free up and kids’ menus are served.
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Reviews of The Roman Baths

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Krystina Parker

Krystina Parker

Jan 2026

Wonderful place to visit. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The museum is accessible, they have lifts throughout making it easy to enjoy. They have a free audio tour which has two options, one more adult orientated "documentary" style audio guides and one more child friendly character based audio tour.

Stela Caraus

Stela Caraus

Jan 2026

We visited this place in November. Our tickets were for 11:00, and it was already a bit busy, but everything was well organised. The location is absolutely beautiful. The reception and entrance experience was perfect – the ladies at the desk were very kind, explained everything clearly and quickly. I highly recommend the audio guide, it was very good and informative. Inside, everything is very in...

The Crafty Eater

The Crafty Eater

Jan 2026

This is one of those experiences that had I known about. It would have been on my bucket list! There was just something about walking through and seeing a piece of history and then getting to actually touch history when at the end they have the experience of actually sampling of the bath that was really really cool. The entire museum was very much interactive and very accessible for one of our mem...

little girl

little girl

Jan 2026

Visiting the Roman Baths for the first time was such a fascinating experience. I didn’t expect to enjoy it this much, but it was honestly really impressive. Walking around the site and seeing how well-preserved everything is makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. The museum part explains the history clearly and is easy to follow, even if you don’t know much about Roman history. The Grea...

Melanie Levin

Melanie Levin

Dec 2025

I visited the Roman Baths in Bath, and it was a brilliant experience. The site is incredibly well-preserved, and the audio guide made the history feel vivid and easy to imagine. Walking around the Great Bath, with the steam rising from the water, really gives you a sense of what life was like here 2,000 years ago. The museum is well laid out, with fascinating artefacts and clear explanations, and...

When is the best time to visit The Roman Baths (Bath, United Kingdom)?

Book archaeology sessions early in February half-term. On summer weekends, join Summer Lates torchlit evenings from 5:30 pm with free live music.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult admission (x2)GBP 46
Child admission (x2)GBP 24
Archaeology sessions (x2)GBP 12
Total EstimatedGBP 82

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of The Roman Baths

Address: Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1 1LZ, UK

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About The Roman Baths

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+44 1225 477785

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