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Located just ten minutes from the centre of town, enjoy another side of Bath with breathtaking views, unique gardens, fascinating museum collections, gallery shop, children’s play area and the American Garden Deli, with its scenic valley terrace. 

The Museum’s home is a Grade I listed Georgian estate with a stunning prairie-style garden designed by Oehme, van Sweden, an arboretum and sweeping parkland. Located in the Cotswolds AONB, there are spectacular views across the Limpley Stoke valley.
 
Visit the Museum, which features American arts and heritage, and experience a special exhibition in the Gallery, as well as a seasonal programme of exciting events, including talks, family fun, outdoor theatre, live music and much more.

The Museum cares for over 12,000 objects, including collections of quilts, folk art and maps, which are recognised as some of the most significant in Europe. 

Special exhibitions 2025

Myths and Memories: Renaissance Maps | 15 February – 22 June 2025

Beyond Infinity: American Space Exploration | 5 July – 31 December 2025

Groups

Group visits, group tours and audio-descriptive tours are available. Please see the website for more information about visiting and accessibility.

Digital guide

Visitors can enjoy the American Museum & Gardens anywhere and anytime with free arts and culture app Bloomberg Connects. The free digital guide offers a fascinating new way to explore the American Museum & Gardens' world-class collections – whether you’re visiting in-person or virtually from anywhere in the world.

Dog-friendly

Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens, parkland, and the cafe. Assistance dogs are able to go into the Museum and Exhibition Gallery.

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult Museum, Exhibition & Gardens without Gift Aid£16.50 per ticket
Child Museum, Exhibition & Gardens without Gift Aid£9.50 per ticket
Family Museum, Exhibition & Gardens (1 Adult and up to 3 Children)£25.00 per ticket
Family Museum, Exhibition & Gardens (2 Adults and up to 3 Children)£41.50 per ticket

*Ticket price includes a voluntary donation. Admission tickets purchased online include a voluntary donation with an option to choose Gift Aid. If you would like to purchase admission tickets without giving a donation, please speak to our team in the Ticket Office on arrival.

Opening Times

2025 (15 Feb 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
MondayClosed*
Tuesday10:0017:00*
Wednesday10:0017:00*
Thursday10:0017:00*
Friday10:0017:00*
Saturday10:0017:00*
Sunday10:0017:00*

* Last admission at 4pm
Closed Mondays except on Bank Holidays and during BANES school holidays.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  • Facilities for Disabled Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Attraction Facilities

  • Childrens Play Area

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant
  • Picnic Site

Children & Infants

  • Accept children all ages

Establishment Features

  • Toilets

Group Travel

  • Out of Hours Visits

Key Features

  • Min group size

Parking & Transport

  • On Bus Route
  • Parking (free)
  • Parking On Site

Payment Methods

  • Delta accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Special group rates
  • TIC Staff Admitted Free - with Staff ID
  • Visa accepted

Specialist Features

  • Marketed towards families

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups

Venue Facilities

  • Groups Accepted

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

 

Public Transport Directions

By Bus: No. 18 or 418 university bus to 'The Avenue'. museum 10 - 15 minutes downhill walk.By Coach: Must approach via Bathwick Hill (turn right at A36 junction, following signs to university).

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanMuseum/

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    Recent Reviews:

    • RonR127
      Salem, Massachusetts
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      A Visual Treat for All, Even American Visitors
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 17th April 2025
      Beautiful grounds with gardens overlooking the Bath countryside is only one of this museum’s charms. The collection of American decorative arts and carefully relocated, historical rooms are unique... Read full review
    • Tourist58550249821
      London, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Lost oppertunity
      2 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 20th April 2025
      Frankly we found this museum very boring and dull. China and silver in cabinets, multiple mock up posh rooms that you could view (a lot roped off) from various American houses. Very little was... Read full review
    • sunnydayscoolnights
      Bristol, United Kingdom
      Awful customer service at the ticket office
      1 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 11th May 2025
      I have great memories of visiting this museum when I was a child with my Aunt. My husband surprised me with a day out to visit again. Our experience at the ticket office was incredibly... Read full review
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