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Your Bath Budget at a Glance

Bath is undeniably beautiful but not cheap. The compact UNESCO World Heritage city draws visitors year-round, keeping prices elevated. However, many of Bath’s greatest sights - the Georgian architecture - are free to admire. Budget travelers can manage on $90-160 per day, mid-range travelers should expect $160-320 per day, and luxury seekers will spend $450+ per day.

Where Your Money Goes

Accommodation is Bath’s biggest expense - the compact city and constant demand keep prices high. Attractions vary from the must-pay Roman Baths to free Georgian architecture. Food ranges from pricey tourist spots to reasonable local haunts. Transport is minimal - walk everywhere.

Budget Traveler Tips

Stretch your pounds by:

• Staying in hostels or B&Bs outside the centre (from £25-80/night)
• Walking the Georgian streets for free - Royal Crescent, The Circus, Pulteney Bridge
• Eating on Walcot Street away from Abbey-area tourist prices
• Day-tripping from Bristol (15 mins, accommodation half the price)

Worth the Splurge

Even budget travelers should consider:

• Roman Baths - Bath’s essential sight, fascinating and unique
• Afternoon tea at the Pump Room - the quintessential Bath experience
• Thermae Bath Spa rooftop pool with city views

Best Time to Visit for Value

January to March offers the best deals. Mid-week stays year-round are significantly cheaper than weekends. Christmas markets (November-December) are magical but very expensive.

Avoid these expensive periods:

• Bath Christmas Markets (mid-November to late December)
• Summer school holidays (July-August)
• Bath Festival (May)
• All bank holiday weekends

Practical Money Tips

Tipping Culture

Standard 10-15% at restaurants if service isn’t included. Pump Room and smarter restaurants may add service. Round up taxi fares.

Paying for Things

Contactless widely accepted. Cash occasionally useful for smaller B&Bs and market stalls. Free ATMs at banks.

Tap Water

Bath tap water is safe. The hot springs water is different - you can try thermal spa water for free at the Pump Room.

Getting There & Around

Getting to Bath

• From Bristol: 15 minutes by train, £6-8 return
• From London: 90 minutes by train, £30-90 depending on advance booking
• Bath Spa station is a 10-minute walk from the Abbey

Getting Around

Bath is small and hilly but very walkable. No transport needed to see the main sights. The steep hills might tire you out - that’s normal! Consider the hop-on bus only if mobility is an issue.