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Bath Abbey, Bath

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Religious Site · Architectural Building
Experience the rich history of Bath Abbey, one of England’s last grand medieval churches. Begun in 1499, the abbey was designed with a cruciform plan, used relatively rarely in other churches of that time. The interior contains fan vaulting, low aisles, nave arcades, supporting buttresses, and 52 windows, occupying about 80 percent of the wall space and giving the abbey an unusual impression of lightness. Climb the 212 steps to the top of the abbey’s tower to see the bell chamber, stand on top of the vaulted ceiling, and sit behind the clock face. There’s no need to pre-book your guided tower tour, with tickets sold at the abbey’s gift shop. Make Bath Abbey part of your personalized Bath itinerary using our Bath trip itinerary planner.
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Tours to Bath Abbey

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FROM $21 BOOK WITH VIATOR BATH: Walking Tour with Blue Badge Tourist Guide (90 Minutes)
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FROM $23 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small-Group 80 minute Bath Walking Tour and Avon River Cruise
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  • By lauragray304
    We did the tour and climbed to the top. It was excellent. The guides were very friendly and informative and we learnt a lot while also enjoying it. The climb is quite steep and narrow, so I wouldn't.....  more »
  • By Laura_Lou_2_Sharpe
    Me and my husband had a lovely visit. It was beautifully lit up in the evening. You only pay a donation and the recommended is £5 per adult. I thought this was a little steep initially but it is well....  more »
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  • By Princess
    Beautiful Abbey. Lots of history, stunning stained glass windows. Currently undergoing building work but still a wonderful place to visit. Suggested entry donation of £4 but you can gain entry for free or less. Lovely gift shop with religious books, items as well as tourist gifts. Wonderful experience.
  • By Ruth Lamour
    I thoroughly loved my time at the Abbey! It is so worshipful! I loved the stories told in the stain glass windows, they are majestic! The architecture and detail is amazing! I stayed for their Evensong service and found the pipe organ and chorus voices in this atmosphere nothing short of bringing Glory to God!
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