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Royal Crescent

Bath BA1 1EE, England
44-1225-477101
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Ranked #11 of 77 attractions in Bath
Type: Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites, Museums
Owner description: Designed by John Wood II (1767-75), the Royal Crescent is comprised of thirty houses, shaped like a half-Colosseum, which uses a gigantic series of... more » Owner description: Designed by John Wood II (1767-75), the Royal Crescent is comprised of thirty houses, shaped like a half-Colosseum, which uses a gigantic series of Ionic columns on high bases. « less
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NYC
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Not unlike the Circus, the Royal Crescent features grand apartments of Bath's rich and famous. The facades are striking and some are quite different having not been under a "code" where buildings must remain in the same architecture style, There is a new museum being built which will be a good place to stop and learn a bit about the... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Very impressive, loved the look of the crescent and the garden in the middle of the crescent .Not sure the locals would enjoy all the tourist.

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Fairy Meadow, New South Wales, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW via mobile

I loved this. Just the design is breathtaking-back in Australia we have nothing like this. And that great park in front of it is amazing. It was full of people sitting out, basking in the sun and having a great time. It really had a great atmosphere.

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Southampton, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

As the Dickensian title would suggest, myself and my partner had heard great things from the Royal Crescant, but we were let down. Not only were the staff rude and stuffy, but the decor was tired and the whole place needs a refurb. The price is also outrageous and there are many more hidden gems in bath to go and... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Good to know a bit about it before you see it. Was very interesting to know the history behind it that we learned from a tour guide. A bit far away from the other areas we visited.

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

This huge terrace dominates bath in supreme splendour. The adjacent circle is impressive but the crescent itself tells tales of a perfectly preserved past. The entire streetscape appears to be aloof from 21st century expedience, although all the buildings would have up to the minute communications and facilities. Situated in the centre is the Royal crescent Hotel, where we were... More

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Rochdale, UK
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

A beautiful and unique set of buildings. The No 1 is normally a show house but was being renovated. We understand an other house was available but we did not see it

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Ellington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

We saw this from the top of a double decker bus. It was just as i had seen in pictures. Elegance personifies!

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Beautiful location, stunning georgian properties , dissapointed that the renivated house doesnt open till end of june.

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Tampa, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

It is Georgian.It is crescent shaped.The buildings are of course thirty or so houses shaped dramatically and perfectly curved.As a place to see,it is the big picture you need to admire it.If you are in Bath,you'll likely see this,so check it and go.There are better places to be nearby.

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