Top South West England Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 2

The Dorset coast looks at its best from the water. Travel back through 185 million years of history on this journey from Poole Harbour, which passes Old Harry Rocks, the tip of the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your captain provides live commentary, ensuring you don’t miss a thing, whether that’s pirate tales or Millionaire’s Row gossip. A licensed bar lets you hydrate while wide windows guarantee a view.

Take in the scenic landscape and top attractions of the Jurassic Coast on a full-day tour from Bournemouth to England’s first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. Head to destinations around the Isle of Purbeck such as Sandbanks, Swanage, and Durlston Country Park, and have time to purchase lunch, visit Corfe Castle (optional at own expense), and explore Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove independently for several hours.

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.

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.

From Blackbeard to Banksy, Bristol is a city that’s rich in history and culture. Hear stories of pirates, pioneers, and protest from a Bristolian guide on this informative walking tour that's packed with tales and insights you won’t find in the guidebooks. See local landmarks like the cathedral, city hall, and Anchor Square, and hear the story of the enslaved African who gave his name to Pero’s Bridge.

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.

Go behind the scenes of the British TV drama series “Doc Martin” on a walking tour of Port Isaac in Cornwall. Along the way, enjoy stories about the show and its actors from your guide and get taken to filming locations from the show that you might have missed if exploring the area alone.

Explore the rich heritage and mystique of towns like Salisbury and Glastonbury, where history, myth, and spirituality come alive. But, the wonders don't stop there. You'll travel between two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, beginning in the elegant city of Bath and ending at the awe-inspiring Jurassic Coastline. Marvel at natural wonders like Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, and be amazed by the sheer scale of time it took to create them. Ready to experience this incredible blend of man-made and natural wonders? Join us on this small-group tour from Bath

We are the only tour company with access to Bristol's secret underground Air Raid Shelters! Discover Bristol's subterranean Raid Shelter, explore the historic Old Town and experience the nation's No.1 covered market. Join us for an experience you'll never forget. Our local guides will take you on a unique tour from the height of Bristol's trading past through the swinging 60's to the city's vibrant present. Enjoy privileged access to subterranean passageways, WW11 air raid shelters and rooms which once rocked to the best bands in the world. Once you've been fascinated and amazed, you'll be spoilt for choice with places to eat, drink and pick up the best local gifts to take back as a lasting reminder of your stay in Bristol.

A natural harbor, Cornwall’s Padstow has thousands of years of history, but guidebooks don’t explore it in any depth. Join a Padstow local to unpick this beautiful town’s long story—from St. Petroc to smugglers, sailors, fishermen, and traders—on a gentle walking tour. As it’s a small group, there’s a relaxed pace and a mellow vibe, with plenty of time for questions as you stroll.

Paul’s walking tour has been running for over 30 years, and he’ll be more than happy to show you around his hometown, Weymouth. This small-group tour happens Sundays at 10am, or you have the option to book a private tour. You’ll see all the historical sites, and the social ones, too. Check out the harbor, beaches, and much more along the way.

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.

This is the perfect tour for fans of the TV series “Bridgerton”. Save time trying to work out where famous scenes were filmed and instead, go on a guided walking tour that covers key filming locations. Pass by the exterior of Lady Danbury’s home as well as the the National Trust property where the ballroom scenes were filmed. Throughout the tour, expand your "Bridgerton" knowledge with lots of interesting behind-the-scenes facts about the show from your guide.

Poole Harbour is Europe’s largest natural harbor, home to Brownsea Island, known for its indigenous red squirrels, the Sandbanks peninsula, known locally as Millionaire’s Row, and more. Soak up the sights and take in the history on this circular cruise, with live commentary from the captain to keep you informed and a tea and coffee lounge plus licensed bars to quench your thirst.

Step into the world of Bridgerton on this captivating self-guided walking tour through Bath’s elegant Georgian streets. Discover filming locations from Seasons 1-3, including the Modiste clothing shop, Lady Danbury’s house, and Bath’s Guildhall. Starting outside Bath Abbey, you’ll learn how props transformed the city into a Regency-era masterpiece. Stroll through Royal Victoria Park, visit iconic landmarks like the Royal Crescent, and promenade along Gravel Walk. This 90-minute tour offers fascinating insights into the filming process, Bridgerton bloopers, and the real-life places behind the show’s scenes. Whether you're a devoted fan or exploring Bath for the first time, this tour immerses you in the vibrant history and charm of the Ton.

This is the ideal way to see lots of important Bristol landmarks in a day and to learn about its history at the same time. Set off on a walking tour along the Clifton Suspension Bridge, and pass by Royal York Crescent, Victoria Square, the Corn Exchange, and the Christmas Steps. Along the way, hear personal stories from your Bristolian local guide, and learn fascinating insights dating back to medieval times.

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 with your self-guided walking tour, including a written PDF and interactive Google Maps link. We recommend downloading the tour while you have access to 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.

In 2006, Bristol woke up to find a cheeky mural on a wall — and 97% of residents voted to keep it. That mural by Banksy changed how an entire city thinks about street art. This self-guided audio walking tour takes you there, and through 1,000 years of Bristol's best stories — from the pub where Blackbeard planned his raids and Defoe found Robinson Crusoe, to a medieval clock with two minute hands and where the phrase "pay on the nail" was born. Available in 9 languages with offline access, you start whenever you like, pause for a pint at a 17th-century inn, and pick up right where you left off. No group to follow, no fixed schedule — just your phone, headphones, and 14 stops across Bristol, a city reckoning honestly with its slave-trading past. Over 20,000 travellers have used our self-guided tours, and every booking comes with a full refund guarantee. If you want to explore Bristol at your own pace with stories you won't find on a signpost, this Bristol audio tour was made for you.

Perfect for time-pressed and first-time visitors to Bath, this introductory tour will whisk you to the city’s top attractions. Pick from multiple daily departure times, and set off with just your Blue Badge-registered guide for company. You’ll admire Bath’s various UNESCO-listed highlights, including Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge, the Roman Baths, and more. You can also further customize the itinerary based on your group’s interests.

The Jurassic Coast's landmarks sit spread along the Dorset shoreline, awkward to link without a car. Join a small-group tour from Bournemouth to visit them with ease, traveling via Poole Harbour and Sandbanks to Lulworth Cove and the limestone arch of Durdle Door. You get around three hours to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed coast at your own pace before the return.

Make your visit to Stonehenge immersive and stress-free on a private 4-hour tour. Skip the hassle of public buses and schedules and relax in private end-to-end transportation from your Bath hotel. En route, take in the iconic English countryside while your guide narrates the surroundings. Enjoy a detailed tour at the mysterious archaeological site, followed by free time to wander around at your own pace.

Experience the beauty of the Jurassic Coast during this full-day excursion that makes its way from Old Harry Rocks to West Bay. Stop in scenic locations including Corfe Castle, Lulworth Cove, Portland, St. Catherine Hill, and West Bay, where the TV series ‘Broadchurch’ was filmed. Learn about the significance of each place from your guide and enjoy a relaxing journey aboard an air-conditioned vehicle during this small-group tour.

Connect with Glastonbury’s nature and flora on a deeper level than most other visitors on this private walking tour around its most beautiful trees. Meet your guide—a resident of Glastonbury—for a walk around the beautiful countryside to discover the area’s natural beauty. Find hidden locations, gaze at Glastonbury Tor, hear insights into each tree, and enjoy your guide’s acoustic folk tunes as you absorb the nature around you.

Experience Oxford and the Cotswolds with a guide to show you around these historic English sights on a driving tour. Walk the cobbled streets and soak up the historic architecture of Oxford before riding out to see the picturesque villages of the Cotswolds. Travel to and from Bristol in a comfortable Mercedes mini-coach with a driver to navigate for you.