he Roman Bath Museum in York offers you a unique journey back in time to antiquity. Located directly beneath the famous Roman Bath pub, you'll discover one of Britain's best-preserved Roman bathing complexes. This fascinating archaeological site was only rediscovered in the 1930s and today provides insights into Roman life from nearly 2000 years ago. It also demonstrates the advanced engineering skills of antiquity.
You'll walk through the original rooms of the Caldarium, Tepidarium, and Frigidarium, learning how Roman baths functioned. The sophisticated hypocaust heating system is still impressively preserved today. The interactive exhibition clearly explains why Roman baths were so important to social life – they served not only for personal hygiene but were crucial social meeting places. The museum also shows you when the Roman baths were built in England and their role in developing Eboracum, present-day York.
Particularly fascinating is the combination of historical substance and the modern Roman Bath pub above. After your museum visit, you can relax in the pub while sitting above ancient walls – a truly unique experience! The Roman Bath Museum York opening times make it convenient to visit, and with Roman bath museum tickets included in your pass, it's an absolute must for history enthusiasts.
Five metres below today's ground level, you will find remains from the world of ancient legions. The museum also houses exciting artefacts found during the excavations. From Roman coins to ceramic fragments, these finds tell the story of ancient Eboracum.
Opening times:
Daily 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last admission 4:30 PM)
9 St Sampson's Square, York YO1 8RN, United Kingdom
The excavation site can be reached via a spiral staircase.
Photography is permitted in the museum, but please use no flash to protect the historical fabric.
The visit takes approximately 30-45 minutes and combines perfectly with other York attractions.
Opening times may vary on public holidays – please check in advance for any changes.






