7 days in Bath & St Ives Itinerary

A World Heritage Site, Bath has been one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations since the Roman era.

Bring the kids along to The Roman Baths and West of England Falconry. Change things up with these side-trips from Bath: Brunel's SS Great Britain (in Bristol) and Stonehenge (in Amesbury). The adventure continues: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, admire the landmark architecture of The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, look for gifts at The Silver Shop of Bath, and hunt for treasures at Pulteney Bridge.

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Manchester to Bath is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to St Ives.

St Ives is a seaside town, civil parish and port in Cornwall. Family-friendly places like Feadon Farm Wildlife Centre and Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden will thrill your kids. There's still lots to do: test your team's savvy at Escape Time - St Ives, kick back and relax at Porthminster Beach, stroll through Hayle Towans Beach, and view the masterpieces at Art Space Gallery.

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Getting from Bath to St Ives by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in St Ives can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can go by car back home.