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History & Highlights Walking Tour | In & Beyond Bath

Terrace Walk, Bath, BA1 1LN

Type:Guided Tour

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Explore the very best of Bath on the History & Highlights Walking Tour, a warm and engaging introduction to the city’s extraordinary past and vibrant present. Perfect for first-time visitors and returning explorers alike, this relaxed walking experience offers a thoughtful blend of essential history, hidden corners, and local stories that bring Bath to life.

Led by an expert local guide, the tour begins in the heart of the city and winds through elegant Georgian streets, iconic film locations, and impressive architectural landmarks. Along the way, you will learn how Bath evolved from a Roman spa town into one of England’s most celebrated cultural destinations. With a focus on accessibility, curiosity, and genuine connection, your guide shares the well-known tales as well as the small details that most visitors never hear.

From the sweeping grandeur of the Royal Crescent to the lively lanes of the old city, every stop reveals another layer of Bath’s personality. You will hear stories of scandal, innovation, hardship, and glamour, gaining a richer understanding of the people who shaped the city across centuries. Your guide will also share helpful tips, recommendations, and insights for the rest of your stay.

This is the perfect introductory tour for guests who want to experience Bath through both its iconic highlights and its lesser-known surprises. It is informative, friendly, and designed for curious travellers who want more than a script.

Itinerary highlights:
• Award-winning local guide
• Walk through Bath’s most iconic landmarks
• Stories of Romans, Georgians, artists, royalty, and revolutionaries
• Hidden corners and quieter streets beyond the obvious visitor trail
• Practical tips and recommendations for your time in Bath
• Optional add-on for coffee with your guide at the end of the tour

Tour details:
• Duration: 2 hours
• Starts and ends in central Bath
• Available year-round
• Small groups for a relaxed and personal experience
• Groups of up to 8 guests
• Shared & private options available (shared requires a minimum of 2)

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“We had a wonderful walking tour around Bath with Luke! It was the perfect mix of history, architecture, and fun stories from Roman times to Jane Austen and beyond. Luke brought the city’s charm to life, making each stop feel meaningful and easy to imagine in its historical context.”
– Anusha Kamat, 2025.10.08 (Google)

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Daily Hours (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
Monday - FridayOpen

* Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays year-round (except 24 to 26 Dec and 1 Jan).
Saturdays and Sundays available on request.

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Find out about the latest on the roads and get travel directions from TravelWest.info
  Bath is operating a charging Clean Air Zone. Owners of all higher emission vehicles – except private cars and motorbikes – will need to pay to drive in the city centre. To check if you need to pay or to apply for an exemption or discount, go to bathnes.gov.uk/BathCAZ
 

Public Transport Directions

For comprehensive information about getting here by public transport, please visit TravelWest.info
  Bath is operating a charging Clean Air Zone. Owners of all higher emission vehicles – except private cars and motorbikes – will need to pay to drive in the city centre. To check if you need to pay or to apply for an exemption or discount, go to bathnes.gov.uk/BathCAZ 

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Map and Directions

Road Directions

Find out about the latest on the roads and get travel directions from TravelWest.info
  Bath is operating a charging Clean Air Zone. Owners of all higher emission vehicles – except private cars and motorbikes – will need to pay to drive in the city centre. To check if you need to pay or to apply for an exemption or discount, go to bathnes.gov.uk/BathCAZ
 

Public Transport Directions

For comprehensive information about getting here by public transport, please visit TravelWest.info
  Bath is operating a charging Clean Air Zone. Owners of all higher emission vehicles – except private cars and motorbikes – will need to pay to drive in the city centre. To check if you need to pay or to apply for an exemption or discount, go to bathnes.gov.uk/BathCAZ 

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