Car hire in Bath
Car hire in Bath
The picturesque town of Bath can be found in the south-west of England and is named for the baths the Romans built on the site of a natural spring. Various motorways, including the M4 and the M5 run close by, making it easy to drive to a number of other locations in your hire car.
What I need to know
Numerous Bath car rental companies offer vehicles, so you can compare deals on our site to get the right car at the right price for you. This will be backed up with 24-hour customer support, zero credit card fees and free cancellation if you find your plans to visit Bath change at any point.
Where to pick up my car
You can pick up your Bath car rental from a number of locations throughout the town, as each company has its own pick-up point. This is something to consider when booking your hire car, as some places may better suit your itinerary than others.#
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Where to go
Exploring Bath means seeing all of the beautiful buildings constructed out of the local honey-coloured stone. None are more iconic than the Royal Crescent – a row of 30 houses arranged in a perfect arc – dating back to the Georgian period and representing a stunning example of architecture from the time.
Nearby Bath
Just a 40-minute drive from Bath is the bustling city of Bristol, with its famous Clifton Suspension Bridge and the SS Great Britain. In the opposite direction, you’ll find Glastonbury, with the Tor visible in the distance. This hilltop monument is a Grade I-listed building and a symbol of this area of Somerset.
Longer drives
Take the toll road to Wales and you could be in Cardiff in an hour and ten minutes, where the spirit of rugby is alive and the impressive castle is worth discovering. The other capital city within easy reach is London, at two hours 15 minutes away by hire car. Here, you’ll have your pick of museums, shows and tourist sights to choose from.
Eating and drinking
Among the local specialities to try in Bath is the Sally Lunn bun, which is said to have originated in the town in 1680. The recipe is a closely guarded recipe, but you can try to work out the ingredients while enjoying one with a cup of tea. Otherwise, park up the car for the evening and order one of the selection of Bath Ales.
Things to do in Bath
Continuing the spa tradition that has been alive and well in Bath for centuries, you can enjoy a pamper at the modern baths. If literature is more your style, then check out the Jane Austen Centre, which tells the story of the writer and her connection with the town.
Sightseeing
No visit to Bath would be complete without a visit to the well-preserved Roman Baths, which are situated below the level of the modern streets surrounding them. You can even have a taste of the naturally mineral-rich water, which is said to have healing properties.
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