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Wells Cathedral, Wells
Ollie #1 of 183 attractions in Somerset
5 of 5 stars 130 reviews
This 12th-century cathedral is a fine example of Early Gothic architecture.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
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Roman Baths Museum, Bath
Ollie #2 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 549 reviews
Hidden beneath the present city of Bath lies the stone remains of one of the finest religious spas of the ancient world.
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites; History Museums; Museums; Architectural Buildings; Specialty Museums
Distance  32.8 miles from city center
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The Roman Baths, Bath
Ollie #3 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 482 reviews
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Distance  32.8 miles from city center
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Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury
Ollie #4 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 110 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Geologic Formations
Distance  12.7 miles from city center
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Bath Abbey, Bath
Ollie #5 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 318 reviews
Begun in 1499 by Bishop King, this is England's last great medieval church, dissolved in 1539 and now serving as a parish church.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  32.8 miles from city center
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Theatre Royal, Bath
Ollie #6 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 68 reviews
This prestigious theater was built in the 17th century and continues to sponsor performances throughout the year.
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  32.7 miles from city center
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The Circus, Bath
Ollie #7 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 118 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  32.8 miles from city center
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The Museum of Somerset, Taunton
Ollie #8 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  8.6 miles from city center
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Vicar's Close, Wells
Ollie #9 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  16.3 miles from city center
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West Somerset Railway
Ollie #10 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
This scenic 20-mile rail tour from the Quantock Hills to the Bristol Channel coast recaptures the romantic era of steam rail travel.
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Distance  126.5 miles from city center
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American Museum, Bath
Ollie #11 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Owner description: This museum chronicles the American lifestyle and culture from the New England colonists to the Civil War period, featuring a replica of George...... more » Owner description: This museum chronicles the American lifestyle and culture from the New England colonists to the Civil War period, featuring a replica of George Washington's garden at Mount Vernon and an American arboretum. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  34.2 miles from city center
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Chalice Well, Glastonbury
Ollie #12 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  12.1 miles from city center
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Royal Victoria Park, Bath
Ollie #13 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews

The children's play area is fantastic. They have a giant sand pit with diggers, a wiggly slide and castle tower climbing frame, a spiders web rope climbing frame, swings... more »

Attraction type  Parks
Distance  32.5 miles from city center
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No. 1 Royal Crescent, Bath
Ollie #14 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 157 reviews
Owner description: No.1 Royal Crescent is a magnificently restored Georgian town house that creates a wonderfully vital picture of life in Georgian Bath. The house...... more » Owner description: No.1 Royal Crescent is a magnificently restored Georgian town house that creates a wonderfully vital picture of life in Georgian Bath. The house provides visitors to the Crescent with an opportunity to look beyond the famous Palladian façade and see what life was like for the wealthy in 18th century Bath. Each room is an exquisite example of Georgian interior design with authentic furniture, paintings, textiles and carpets. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Museums; Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  32.8 miles from city center
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Holburne Museum, Bath
Ollie #15 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Owner description: With an impressive collection of fine and decorative art, this newly transformed Museum, with Garden Cafe, is situated in lovely grounds and is set to...... more » Owner description: With an impressive collection of fine and decorative art, this newly transformed Museum, with Garden Cafe, is situated in lovely grounds and is set to become Bath's must-see attraction. Open daily, admission free. 10am to 5pm (11am on Sundays) « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  33.2 miles from city center
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Fleet Air Arm Museum, Ilchester
Ollie #16 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 61 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  16.7 miles from city center
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Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury
Ollie #17 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 72 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites; Ancient Ruins; Mysterious Sites
Distance  130.6 miles from city center
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Royal Crescent, Bath
Ollie #18 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 104 reviews
Owner description: Designed by John Wood II (1767-75), the Royal Crescent is comprised of thirty houses, shaped like a half-Colosseum, which uses a gigantic series of...... more » Owner description: Designed by John Wood II (1767-75), the Royal Crescent is comprised of thirty houses, shaped like a half-Colosseum, which uses a gigantic series of Ionic columns on high bases. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites; Museums
Distance  32.7 miles from city center
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Alexandra Park, Bath
Ollie #19 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: Acquired by the city of Bath in 1896 and opened in 1902, this city park is located on top of Beechen Cliff and is a popular area for walking,...... more » Owner description: Acquired by the city of Bath in 1896 and opened in 1902, this city park is located on top of Beechen Cliff and is a popular area for walking, picnicking and relaxing. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  32.3 miles from city center
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Sally Lunn's Museum, Bath
Ollie #20 of 183 attractions in Somerset
4 of 5 stars 241 reviews

The oldest house in Bath (c.1482) is also a multi award-winning air-conditioned eatery right in the centre of the oldest part of central Bath . Described as ‘delicious’ by The... more »

Attraction type  History Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  32.8 miles from city center
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