29 days in Bath & Manchester Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Bath Abbey, steep yourself in history at The Roman Baths, then see the interesting displays at Brunel's SS Great Britain, and finally take in the views from Clifton Suspension Bridge. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Wed): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then explore the ancient world of Stonehenge, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Longleat.

To find photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Bath online route builder.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Bath. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Manchester.

Change things up with these side-trips from Manchester: Liverpool (Williamson’s Tunnels – Friends of Williamson’s Tunnels, Merseyside Maritime Museum, &more), Chester Zoo (in Chester) and York (Yorkshire Museum, York City Walls, &more). There's lots more to do: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, take in the dramatic natural features at Great Orme, sample the fine beverages at The City of Manchester Distillery, and explore the activities along Ladybower Reservoir.

To find photos, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Manchester route builder site.

Drive from Bath to Manchester in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 4°C.