Timeline
10:00
Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights
Start with a quiet browse at Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights. The shop opens at 09:30 on weekdays, so arriving by 10:00 ensures you have the place to yourself. Take the time to wander upstairs to the first-floor sections for a more interesting selection of books.
10:45
Walk nine minutes from the bookshop to the Royal Crescent. Since you are visiting on a weekday morning, the crescent will be peaceful. Admire the semi-elliptical facade and the view over Bath from the lawn without needing to enter one of the period rooms. The 5-minute walk from the Crescent to the Georgian garden is an easy detour if you want to see the restored gravel paths and topiary.
11:15
End the afternoon with a high tea at The Mad Hatter's Tea Party. It is a 15-minute walk from the Royal Crescent area. The tea room is open from 10:00 to 18:00 daily, making it a perfect fit for this timeline. Because it is popular, consider booking ahead to secure a spot for your afternoon refreshment.
Local tip
The Georgian garden is small and easily combined with the Royal Crescent visit. If you prefer a longer walk, the 7-minute stroll to Royal Victoria Park offers a different view of the crescent from the north-western corner.
Check before you go
- Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights opens at 09:30 Monday to Saturday.
- The Mad Hatter's Tea Party is open 10:00-18:00 daily; booking is recommended due to popularity.
Worth knowing
- Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights is open at 10:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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