Top Bath Historical Tours

Make the most of your visit to Bath with a walking tour combined with fast-track entry to the Roman Baths, removing the worry of long lines or planning multiple tickets. See key landmarks such as The Circus, Pulteney Bridge, and No. 1 Royal Crescent with a guide, then explore the Roman Baths at your own pace with audio guide commentary included for added context.

History and architecture fans—this one’s for you! Join a guide on a walking tour around Bath to uncover its impressive Georgian buildings while learning about its history. Discover stories about ordinary people that you wouldn’t find in a guidebook, and tick off lots of sights in just a couple of hours, including the Abbey Churchyard, the Roman Baths, The Circus, Pulteney Bridge, and the Royal Crescent.

Visit the charming villages of the Cotswolds region, without worrying about driving (or finding parking), by booking this small-group tour of the region. You'll visit Castle Combe, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, and Bourton-on-the-Water (the so-called "Venice of the Cotswolds"), with time left over to visit Malmesbury Abbey, the burial site of Athelstan, England's first king.

Explore Bath on foot with a Blue Badge-licensed guide to lead the way by signing up for this walking tour. You'll visit some of the city's most celebrated examples of Georgian architecture, including the Royal Crescent, the Circus, and Pulteney Bridge, with time left over to visit Sally Lunn's house and the Bath Abbey, finishing at the city's most famous site: the Roman Baths.

Get from Bath to Stonehenge with ease on this convenient small-group tour. No need to worry about multiple stops along the way—the tour goes directly to Stonehenge and usually takes under one hour to get there. Travel comfortably in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with onboard commentary. Also, enjoy the perk of having Stonehenge entry included.

Delve into the dark history of Bath on a ghost tour with a difference. Exploring the city at night gives you a completely new perspective of top sights such as the Royal Crescent and Roman Baths, while this interactive tour encourages you to take part in both the spooky stories and the paranormal experiments.

Walk through 2,000 years of history with this self-guided walking tour— from the ancient baths that gave this UNESCO city its name, to the Georgian backgrounds where Bridgerton was filmed and Jane Austen set two of her novels. Along the way, you can decide if you prefer Georgian era buildings in a square, circle or a crescent! As you walk you will encounter bakeries with 300-year-old recipes, hear why Princess Victoria never returned to Bath after a single visit, and find out what really happened at those Assembly Room balls. This tour is the perfect introduction to Bath if you are a first time visitor. You can pause the tour whenever you want to step into and explore a sight further and then resume the tour. The walk has 13 stops that take you uphill from the picturesque Pultney bridge to the famous Royal Crescent. Start anytime with no group to keep up with and no schedule to follow. Available in 9 languages.

Instead of a predictable walking tour that only covers Bath’s history and top landmarks, this tour allows you to experience a completely different side of the city. Hear stories about crimes, corruption, and hidden sins of Bath that visitors don’t usually find out about. From thieves to gamblers to an infamous preacher—John Wesley, this tour provides humor, history, and sinful stories while walking between key sights such as the Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge.

Swap the sights of Bath for those of the picturesque Cotswolds and historic stone circles. This trip covers centuries of English history and showcases some of the country’s most scenic spots at the same time. After visiting the mysterious ancient stone circles at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stonehenge and Avebury, you’ll spend time in Lacock and Castle Combe, two classic villages of the Cotswolds.

See UNESCO World Heritage sites, Cotswolds villages, and more on this full-day tour from Bath. Depart early in the morning and head to the world-famous Stonehenge (entry own expense), where you’ll skip the crowds and explore with an audio guide. Continue to other nearby highlights, including Avebury Stone Circle and Silbury Hill, before visiting the Tudor–era Lacock Village. End the day at Castle Combe: one of the Cotswolds’ prettiest villages.

Learn all about Bath’s history and the city’s connection to English novelist Jane Austin from a local guide as you explore the UNESCO World Heritage site. See Bath Abbey, Queen Square, The Circus, and much more of the city’s famous architecture on this small-group walking tour. Just don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes.

Step into the elegant world of Jane Austen exploring the city that inspired novels like Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, as you wander through graceful Georgian streets, grand squares, and historic landmarks. Along the way, you’ll learn more about key locations connected to Austen, including the Royal Crescent, Gay Street, The Circus, Queen Square, Georgian Garden, Theatre Royal, The Pump Room. Uncover side streets and secret shops, revealing a more intimate side of Bath. With an easy-to-use digital guide, you can pause for tea, or linger, as you learn fascinating stories and insider tips that traditional tours often overlook. After purchasing the tour, you’ll receive an email within 24 hours with everything you need to begin your self-guided tour. We recommend downloading the tour in advance while you have access to a reliable Wi-Fi connection. Please note that entry tickets to any attractions are not included and must be purchased separately on-site if you wish to visit them.

Enjoy a well-rounded tour around Bath, learning about the city’s storied past and vibrant present, making stops at pubs along the way on this group tour. Taste three different half pints of local cider or beer, chosen with care by your local guide at the historic pubs. This casual tour can be tweaked and personalized to the tastes of your group.

Step right into the hit Netflix series “Bridgerton” on an immersive walking tour through Bath. Discover several filming locations including Lady Danbury’s house, Gunter’s tea shop, and Lady Dee’s Hat Emporium as you promenade around the city. See how the production cleverly uses parts of the city to portray London areas such as Grosvenor Square and learn about the backstory of each location from your guide.

Spend a day seeing and learning all about Oxford and the Cotswolds with a guide on this driving tour. There’s plenty to explore, from the cobbled streets and historic architecture of Oxford to the picturesque villages and waterways of the Cotswolds, including Burford or Cirencester depending on the date. Travel to and from Bath in a comfortable vehicle with a driver to do the navigating for you.

Experience Bath with a seasoned guide and learn about this city’s treasured history. Explore the key landmarks of the city , including the Roman Baths, the Pulteney Bridge, Guildhall Market, the Royal Crescent, and more. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide about the history of Bath, which stretches back to before the Roman Empire.

Explore the stunning landscapes and rich history of England on this immersive day tour from Bath. Marvel at the dramatic Cheddar Gorge, where limestone cliffs and ancient caves invite exploration. Enjoy free time to visit iconic sites in Glastonbury, steeped in Arthurian legend, including the Chalice Well and Glastonbury Abbey. Then, wander through the medieval streets of Wells, England's smallest city, and admire the magnificent Wells Cathedral. This small group tour offers an intimate experience with knowledgeable driver-guides, ensuring an unforgettable adventure filled with natural wonders and historical insights. - Full-day tour from Bath to Cheddar Gorge, Glastonbury, and Wells - Explore Cheddar Gorge with options for cliff-top walks and cave visits - Discover Glastonbury’s rich history tied to King Arthur - Visit Wells Cathedral and enjoy scenic medieval streets

Bath is best known for its Georgian heritage, yet this apparently sedate city has a rich rock and roll history. Discover melodies, memories, and milestones that you won’t find in the guidebooks on this private music history walking tour. Learn about the death of original rock’n’roller Eddie Cochran, the birth of Glastonbury and Tears for Fears, and songs from Peter Gabriel’s “Solsbury Hill” to Frederic Weatherly’s “Danny Boy”.

Visit Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral and the ancient, Iron Age site of Old Sarum! We offer a relaxed, comfortable day trip around some of Englands treasured landmarks. Enjoy your own private car and driver to take you between locations and cut out the rigid timings and busy bus tours! Our driver will be on hand to answer questions and give you pointers or advice on what to see at each location. However, unlike other tours, we let our guests explore each location at their own leisure! Our driver will remain close by and be completely flexible on timing between locations. You may want to leave an area sooner or fall in Love with somewhere and want to stay a little longer. We are focused on letting our guests choose when and where they would like to visit!

Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour walking tour through the historic city of Bath, designed to be both entertaining and educational for visitors of all ages. This family-friendly experience combines history, culture, and interactive storytelling, offering a unique way to explore Bath’s rich past. As you wander through the city’s charming streets, you’ll discover its iconic landmarks while participating in engaging activities that make learning enjoyable. With a leisurely pace and plenty of fascinating tales, this tour promises a memorable experience for the entire family.

Bath is the official birthplace of Frankenstein! Few know that In 1816, Mary Shelley wrote the world’s first science fiction novel, Frankenstein, while living in Bath. Extending over four atmospheric floors in a 300-year-old town house, Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein is an award winning, multi-sensory visitor Museum & Escape Rooms where visitors will be immersed in Shelley’s unconventional tragic life and the lasting legacy of her infamous creation. Bursting with unusual artefacts, ominous soundtracks, bespoke smells and special effects, we also present an 8ft animatronic breathing creature, authentically reproduced for the first time exactly as Mary Shelley described. The House also features two rooms dedicated to popular culture, an intimate screening room showing the first ever Frankenstein film from 1910, and, for the braver visitor, a thrilling horror walkthrough experience in the basement!

Indulge your love of history during a self-guided tour of Bath that takes you back to the Victorian and Georgian eras. Taking a self-guided tour gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace, without compromising on the cultural and historical information you get. You’ll discover things you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook and see parts of Bath you might otherwise have missed.

All tours are individually tailored to clients requirements based on your particular interests. Tours can be 4, 6 or 8 hours duration. A typical excursion can include a combination of the listed sites and surrounding areas and many, many more. Local museums, crop circle displays, vintage cars, antique shops, film and book locations, churches and commonwealth graves to name a few. Homes of the rich and famous, gardens such as Highgrove House, the favoured residence of our new King Charles III, or Corsham Court where you could walk in the footsteps of two of Henry VIII's wives who lived there in the 16th century. Your guide will contact you before your tour to find out your preferences and will tailor the route and tour accordingly. Your guide knows the most picturesque routes to take in the very best of the English countryside and villages while you relax and enjoy the experience. This private tour is for you only, in the comfort of a luxury car with a female driver.