Take in the top sights from two of the West Country's greatest cities, from historic ships to Roman ruins.

Day One - Bristol 

Take a walk along the Harbourside or enjoy a harbour cruise with Bristol Packet Boat Trips before visiting Bristol Dockyards, which is home to Brunel’s SS Great Britain. Over 50 years ago, the world’s first luxury liner returned to the dry dock where she was built and has been restored to Victorian glory. This award-winning attraction enables visitors to experience the sights, sounds and smells of this great ship as well as delve into Brunel’s mind. 

SS Great Britain at Bristol Dockyards - credit SS Great Britain
Image - SS Great Britain at Bristol Dockyards

After lunch, visit Clifton and cross Brunel’s other masterpiece, the Clifton Suspension Bridge. Private tours are available for groups. After dinner, enjoy live music in a traditional English pub or take in a West End show at the Bristol Hippodrome theatre. 

For ideas on group-friendly places to stay in Bristol, see the blog here.

A side view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge - Credit The Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Image - Clifton Suspension Bridge

Day Two - Bath

Take the Great Western Railway (GWR) train journey to Bath (it’s only 12 minutes) and visit the world-famous Roman Baths, one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world. Discover the city’s Roman past in the interactive museum and tread in ancient footsteps around the Great Bath. 

Roman Baths
Image - The Roman Baths

Spend the afternoon exploring the stunning Georgian architecture of the World Heritage city. No. 1 Royal Crescent is a fascinating museum that offers the chance to discover more about family life in Georgian Bath. 

The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa is a 5-star luxury hotel which sit in the centre of the crescent, where you can take an elegant afternoon tea in the stunning gardens. Continue the Georgian story with a visit to the Jane Austen Centre and Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein, which explore the lives of two of Bath’s famous residents. 

The Royal Crescent Hotel Spa Exterior shot
Image - The Royal Crescent Hotel Spa 

Reward yourself after a hard day’s sightseeing with an early evening soak in Bath’s naturally warm waters at Thermae Bath Spa before a relaxing dinner. Indulge in a beautiful meal at the famous Pump Rooms, located next to the Roman Baths, Emberwood Restaurant at The Francis Hotel or Green Park Brasserie for generous portions of classic British pub food. 

For ideas on group-friendly places to stay in Bath, see the blog here.

An aerial view of the rooftop pool at the Thermae Bath Spa at night
Image - Thermae Bath Spa