Elizabeth C.

This is very pretty. It's not as impressive as Westminster or anything, but it's spectacular architecture, not overrun with people (or wasnt the day I was there). They were working very hard to maintain it, which i appreciated. They do have two different admissions. One with a tower tour. It sounded cool but i couldn't make it work in my schedule. It was hourly on either the hour or half hour, i cant recall which. One of the employees was sure to point out an American connection when he realized i was American. I appreciated his effort to make a relevant connection. There were a lot of beautiful nooks and some unique designs that I enjoyed seeing. Altogether a good use of time. I probably spent less than an hour here, but theres a museum on the lower floor that i could have spent a lot more time in. If you toured the tower and really pored over the material, it could be a 3 hour visit.

Rick M.

OMG... Bath, England--where history, architecture, and a good soak in the past come together! My day visit to this UNESCO World Heritage city felt like stepping into a Jane Austen novel, but with Wi-Fi. First, a bit of history (don't worry, it's the fun kind): Bath dates back to the Romans, who thought, "Why not build a spa town around these thermal springs?" And they did. The original Roman Baths are still there, and though I resisted the urge to take a plunge myself, the sheer scale of the ancient complex is awe-inspiring. Speaking of awe, Bath Abbey stands tall and proud, a Gothic masterpiece that's been around since 1499. It's hard not to be impressed by the intricate stonework and stunning stained glass windows. If walls could talk, these would probably whisper tales of coronations, burials, and maybe the occasional town gossip. But Bath isn't just living in the past--today it's a vibrant city filled with quaint shops, lovely Georgian architecture, and cafes that call your name like an irresistible British accent. Whether you're here for the history, the culture, or just to walk around and pretend you're in a BBC period drama, Bath delivers a wonderful experience. And if you ever fancy a dip in modern-day luxury, just like the old Romans, the Thermae Bath Spa is ready and waiting. Cheers to a perfect day in one of England's finest gems!

Marshall G.

This is the first church I have been asked to pay an admission. And the only Catholic Church where Christ is not on a cross anywhere. There are over 1500 parishioners buried here some with the story of their life. Many quite inspiring and mention their dispositions and good manners. There is a small museum in the basement and a small shop on exit. There is a free walking tour in the afternoon. A different type of experience.

Dave L.

We entered on 2 Oct around 1 PM. We paid and entered and were originally ecstatic that a service was going on. But, I quickly realized that the service masquerading as a Christian service was a pagan celebration of Gaia. As a Christian that holds the Bible as from the ultimate authority, the sermon discussing economies, favoring Marxism over Capitalism (definitely not found in Scripture), and with a display specifically celebrating the pagan god Gaia as we entered (they had a large billboard highlighting Gaia as you entered and had a massive globe 40 foot in the center of the church) were really distracting. The pagan celebration really ruined the experience of visiting the church. If you are a devout Christian, you may experience non-Christian areligious teaching by people wearing collars (clergy). Beware. I'm sure there is great architecture, but the large globe celebrating Gaia was blocking much of it.

Sunil R.

This is another stunning church with incredible history and architecture! I spent a lot of time here taking it all in and meditating in the beautiful setting. It was amazing to see all the obituaries for people from hundreds of years ago and reading their stories. I also loved that they have a spot where you can write a prayer and leave it there.

Maria P.

Bath Abbey is a beautiful gothic church founded in the 7th century. This has been a place of worship for well over 1000 years. It is "a moment of stillness in the beating heart of a vibrant city" they say, which I think describes the Abbey quite perfectly. Entrance is free, but donations are suggested. Guided tours and Tower tours are also available for a fee. Upon entering, you'll be captivated by the awe-inspiring architecture. The incredible stone fan vaulting above the Abbey dates from the early 1500s and was restored in the 1700s. It's just amazing how they were able to achieve all the intricate details in those days. Such delicate work, truly done by master craftsmen. What particularly piqued my interest were the red Victorian chandeliers hanging high above. The details were absolutely gorgeous and I found it interesting that they were updated to energy efficient, LED lighting, but still managed to maintain their old world charm. The stained glass artwork is not to be missed either along with the handcrafted Victorian oak pews. There is much to be discovered within the Abbey and you could spend quite a few hours here admiring all the monuments and memorials, taking a tower tour, and visiting the gift shop. I would have loved to take a tower tour and get a birds eye view of Bath, but we were on a tight schedule. Overall, this is a must visit when you're in the city of Bath. It's grand, it's beautiful (inside and out), it's a work of art!

Vivienne C.

For the many experiences here in Bath that are not free, aka all the museums, it was nice for the church to be free to visit. It actually reminded me of Westminster Abbey quite a bit with all of its tombstones carved into the walls and floorboards. The inside was absolutely beautiful too with its glass-stained windows filled with pictures that tell the history of the UK. The outside architecture is beautiful too as you can see it from all different parts of Bath. I think if you want to go upstairs you do need to pay extra for it but it shouldn't be that expensive. Also, since its in the center of the city, its easy to just pop in and out of there when you are bored of the places around it. Highly recommend!

Wulfstan C.

Bath Abbey is one of the great examples of English Perpendicular Gothic, notable for, among other things, its elaborate fan vaulting for the ceiling. It is very interesting and the fan vaulting here is definitely worth the visit. The abbey is free but one may also pay to take a guided tour of the roof and tower. This is fascinating, the tour guide interesting and friendly. It includes time inside the roof, as well as on top, in the clock area, and on top of the tower. When we went, they did not allow advance booking, so it was first-come, first-serve. We went right away in the morning and booked the first tour which was to start not long after. Before we left, we heard them telling people arriving that the tours were already booked up for the whole day. The abbey was founded in the 7th century but the current building dates mostly from the 16th century with some 19th century additions in the same style. The abbey is also notable for being (in is prior structure) where King Edgar was crowned King of the English in 973, an event commemorated in a stained glass window.

Shawn K.

Stunning piece of history and beautiful inside & out. Set in the heart of Bath, it is such an amazing landmark to see. What's interesting about the Abbey, is the more you look at it, the more little details start to become apparent, such as angels climbing ladders on each side of the front. Definitely a must when visiting Bath.

Sarah P.

Bath Abbey is located in a square right next to the Famous Roman Baths - and stands majestically in the centre of the historical part of Bath, a must see for sure. Bath Abbey is a parish church of the Church of England and former Benedictine monastery in Bath, Somerset, England. Founded in the 7th century, it was reorganised in the 10th century and rebuilt in the 12th and 16th centuries; major restoration work was carried out by Sir George Gilbert Scott in the 1860s

Matt G.

Founded in uhmm a long time ago. Typically seen as one of the top sites of Bath. Free to enter, but donations encouraged and suggested at £5. Apparently it costs £30,000 per week just to maintain the building. It's a very grand looking church. In the town center next to the Roman baths. Pay extra to go up to the top.

Erich L.

One of the top sights in Bath. It's a beautiful abbey. I recommend taking the tour and going to the top to get fantastic views of the city. It's well worth the money.

Jen L.

Wow! What an amazing gothic church. I definitely enjoyed wandering through the church (after paying the tour fee...which may have been optional but the church lady frowns made me realize I better pay). The tomb markers are lovely as is the soaring roof. Interestingly since I went to a few Anglican churches while I was in England, this was the only one that I had someone come up and offer religious pamphlets, not really proselytizing but it was unusual. There is a gift shop but it was unimpressive.