The Roman Baths in Bath have been highly-commended in Tripadvisor's 2022 Traveller's Choice Awards 2022, as it ranked in 8th spot for the world's top 10 attractions.

Additionally, it was ranked as the UK's number one attraction, whilst it placed 5th on the Europe list.

The Tripadvisor page for the Roman Baths describes it as "one of the finest historic sites in Northern Europe" encompassing the remains of one of the "finest religious spas of the ancient world".

Kate Urquhart, General Manager, Experiences at Tripadvisor, says: “Today, I’m thrilled to announce the winners of the 2022 Travellers’ Choice Things to Do Awards, celebrating the past year’s most amazing tours and activities.

Somerset County Gazette: The Roman Baths were rated as the UK's best attraction (Tripadvisor)The Roman Baths were rated as the UK's best attraction (Tripadvisor)

"From a luxurious food-filled evening to a long-haul trek, there is something for every traveller on this list. Tripadvisor offers an unparalleled platform to find and book things to do, so check out this year’s winners to discover the tours and activities travellers say you can’t miss!” 

Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice 2022 Top 10 World Attractions

  1. Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
  2. Colosseum, Rome, Italy
  3. Empire State Building, New York, United States
  4. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Abu Dhabi, UAE
  5. Gallerie Degli Uffizi, Florence, Italy
  6. Plaza de Espana, Seville, Spain
  7. Iguazu Falls, Foz do Iguacu, Brazil
  8. The Roman Baths, Bath, England
  9. Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, United States
  10. Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy

How does Tripadvisor rank the awards?

For all Travellers’ Choice Awards, Tripadvisor analyses the authentic feedback from its community to identify and rank the best in travel.

With over one billion reviews and opinions from real, global travellers, Tripadvisor has the authority and guidance on what to book to truly experience the best of a destination.

The Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Things to Do Awards are based on the quality and quantity of reviews and ratings over the past 12 months from travellers on Tripadvisor.  

Tripadvisor is awarding top things to do in 11 subcategories, ranging from quintessential favourites like the best Food Experiences and Nature & Outdoor Activities to new and exciting areas like Pop Culture Tours and Bucket List Experiences.

This also encompasses the Top Amusement & Water Parks and everyone's favourite attractions.