Explore the Cosmic Wonders at the Herschel Museum of Astronomy

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from Bath Abbey, exit the Abbey and head southeast on Abbey Churchyard towards Bath Street. Continue straight onto Union Street, then take a left onto Orange Grove. Walk straight until you reach the junction with North Parade, where you will turn right. Continue walking straight, crossing the river on the Pulteney Bridge. Once across the bridge, follow the road until you reach a roundabout, and take the first exit onto Great Pulteney Street. Continue on this street until you reach the junction with New King Street. Turn right onto New King Street, and you will find the Herschel Museum of Astronomy at number 19.

• Bus

  From Bath Spa Railway Station, exit the station and head to the bus stop located just outside. Look for the bus routes that go towards the city center, such as the number 6 or 18. Board the bus and ride until you reach the stop at 'Bath Abbey'. Once you exit, follow the directions provided previously for walking from Bath Abbey to the Herschel Museum of Astronomy.

• Taxi

  If you prefer to take a taxi, you can find a taxi rank outside the Bath Spa Railway Station. Inform the driver that you would like to go to the Herschel Museum of Astronomy at 19 New King Street. The drive should take approximately 5-10 minutes depending on traffic. The taxi will drop you off right outside the museum.