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Pulteney Bridge

A sight in City Centre, Bath, free to visit and worth about 20 minutes. Best time to go: Any time.

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Pulteney Bridge in City Centre, Bath
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Why go

Robert Adam's 1774 bridge lined with shops, above a curved weir.

It is one of 10 curated places we feature in Bath, alongside 3 sights, 2 places to eat and 2 outdoor spots. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Bath Abbey and Roman Baths. At about 20 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.

Type
Sight
Neighborhood
City Centre
Price
Free
Time needed
20 min
Best time
Any time

Nearby

The 6 closest curated picks in Bath, measured as straight-line distance.

  1. 1
    Bath Abbey

    Gothic abbey with fan vaulting and angels climbing ladders on the west front.

    Sight · 0.1 mi straight-line
  2. 2
    Roman Baths

    Well-preserved Roman bathing complex fed by hot springs, under the 18th-century Pump Room.

    Sight · 0.2 mi straight-line
  3. 3
    Sally Lunn's

    Tea room in one of Bath's oldest houses, serving its namesake light bun.

    Food · 0.2 mi straight-line
  4. 4
    Thermae Bath Spa

    Modern spa with a rooftop pool fed by the city's natural thermal water.

    Activity · 0.2 mi straight-line
  5. 5
    The Bell Inn

    Community-owned pub on Walcot Street with live music most nights.

    Drinks · 0.3 mi straight-line
  6. 6
    The Scallop Shell

    Fish restaurant known for crisp fish and chips and daily seafood specials.

    Food · 0.3 mi straight-line

On these curated routes

Pulteney Bridge is a stop on our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More sights to see in Bath

Another curated sight in Bath. See the full Bath guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Bath run from 45°F in January to 71°F in July; November is usually the wettest month. For Pulteney Bridge itself, we suggest: Any time.

Modelled monthly averages for Bath from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Bath weather by month.

Getting there

Map links open a live search for Pulteney Bridge, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.

Address
Bridge St, Bath BA2 4AT, UK
Coordinates
51.38300, -2.35795
Destination
Bath, United Kingdom

Pulteney Bridge: quick answers

How much time do you need at Pulteney Bridge?

Plan on about 20 minutes at Pulteney Bridge. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Pulteney Bridge?

Our pick: Any time. Insider tip: Best view is from Parade Gardens.

Is Pulteney Bridge free?

Yes, we list Pulteney Bridge as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is Pulteney Bridge?

Pulteney Bridge is at Bridge St, Bath BA2 4AT, UK, in City Centre. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Pulteney Bridge?

Pulteney Bridge appears on London, the Cotswolds & Bath, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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