City Sightseeing Bath Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Bath, England
- 50 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the breathtaking city of Bath—arguably England’s most beautiful city—from the comfort of an open-top double-decker bus. With your 24-hour pass, witness the city’s grand Georgian architecture and create your own civilized itinerary with multiple stops on two different routes near the Roman Baths, the Royal Crescent, Georgian Garden and more!
- Ticket valid for 24 hours
- A great way to explore one of Britain's most treasured cities
- Hop on or off as many times as you'd like at multiple stops on two different routes
- See attractions like Bath Abbey and the Royal Crescent
What's Included
- 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour to enjoy amazing views
- On-board audio commentary provided in English + free headphones
- Hop off near must-see sights
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entry to attractions
Meeting and Pickup
Operating hours
Select your preferred tour option to see hours.
Departure Point
- You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.
Itinerary
Explore the best of elegant Bath by open-air, double-decker bus on a full-route loop of the city’s main attractions. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your own itinerary with the structure of strategically placed stops, two included routes, frequent pickup, and lively onboard commentary.
The tour begins at High Street, but with your 24-hour pass (valid from first use), you can hop on and off at any of the route’s 15 locations. (Please see itinerary below for all stops.) At your own pace, check out the main attractions on all routes the grand façade of Bath Abbey, the grandiose Roman Baths, the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and more. Between stops, take a leisurely stroll through Georgian Garden or down Milsom Street for some upscale shopping.
End your tour at any time by disembarking at one of the designated stops.
The tour begins at High Street, but with your 24-hour pass (valid from first use), you can hop on and off at any of the route’s 15 locations. (Please see itinerary below for all stops.) At your own pace, check out the main attractions on all routes the grand façade of Bath Abbey, the grandiose Roman Baths, the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and more. Between stops, take a leisurely stroll through Georgian Garden or down Milsom Street for some upscale shopping.
End your tour at any time by disembarking at one of the designated stops.
City Route
16 Stops
14 Points of Interest
Duration: 50 minutes
Operating Schedule: First departure from Stop 1 at 9.45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 3:45pm. Buses run every 30 minutes
1
Bath Abbey
2
Grand Parade
3
Manvers Street
4
Ambury
5
Corn Street
6
Avon Street
7
Westgate Buildings
8
Queen Square
9
7 Bennett St
10
Royal Crescent
11
Marlborough Buildings
12
Cranhill Road
13
Park Lane
14
Comfortable Place
15
Royal Avenue Bath
16
Milsom Street
Points of interest passed by on this route
The Jane Austen Centre
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Bath Abbey
Assembly Rooms
Milsom Street
Museum of Bath Architecture
The Roman Baths
Herschel Museum of Astronomy
Henrietta Park
Holburne Museum
The Museum of Bath at Work
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Georgian Garden
Victoria Art Gallery
Skyline Route
21 Stops
1 Point of Interest
Duration: 50 minutes
Operating Schedule: First departure from Stop 1 at 10:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:30pm. Frequency: every 30 minutes
1
Stasher Luggage Storage - Bath Spa Train Station - Open 24h
2
Terrace Walk
3
North Parade
4
Great Pulteney Street
5
Holburne Museum
6
Forester Road
7
King Edwards School
8
Quarry Road
9
North Road
10
Oakley
11
Rainbow Wood Farm
12
Brassknocker Hill
13
University Of Bath
14
Ralph Allen School
15
Shaft Road
16
136 North Rd
17
Prior Park College
18
Middle Hill Lodge
19
Perrymead
20
Bewdley Road
21
Widcombe Baptist Church
Points of interest passed by on this route
Holburne Museum
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- City Route:
- First departure from Stop 1 at 9:45am
- Last departure from Stop 1 at 3:45pm
- Frequency: buses run every 30 minutes
- Tour duration: 50 minutes (without hopping off)
- Skyline Route:
- First departure from Stop 1 at 10:30am
- Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:30pm
- Tour duration: 45 - 50 minutes (without hopping off)
- Frequency: every 30 minutes
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route
- Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out
- You'll be able to download a self-guided walking tour, packed with expert commentary you can enjoy at your own pace
- Please note, due to the Bath Spring Fayre, Milsom Street will be closed until Sunday 10th May inclusive. Stop 16 Milsom Street on the City Tour is out of use. Passengers are advised to board either at Stop 1 Bath Abbey or Stop 8 Queen Square
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.1
based on 446 reviews
Andrew_T, May 2026
There are two Hop on Hop off bus routes in Bath. Ticket price includes both routes. Upon entering the bus use the included headphones and listen to the recorded tour. Very informative. Both routes last approximately 50 minutes each. Staff are very friendly, you can get on and off anywhere on the route as many times as you wish.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Andrew,
Thank you very much for your kind review.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Hop-On Hop-Off experience in Bath and found the commentary informative. It is also great to know that you appreciated the flexibility of the two routes and the ability to explore the city at your own pace, as well as the friendliness of our staff.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Bath.
Kind regards,
Quality Department
Al_C, May 2026
Good way to get acquainted with the city and get the lay of the land, not to mention gather some historical perspective. I’d suggest doing this tour early in your visit to Bath so as to better understand where you want to invest time
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello,
Thank you very much for your review and for sharing your experience with City Sightseeing Bath!
We’re delighted to hear that our hop-on hop-off tour was a great way for you to get acquainted with the city, understand its layout, and enjoy the historical context of Bath. It’s exactly the kind of experience we aim to provide, especially for visitors who want to make the most of their time in the city.
We also appreciate your helpful tip about taking the tour early in the visit. It’s a great recommendation for other travellers looking to plan their time and discover Bath’s highlights more effectively.
We hope to welcome you again soon on board City Sightseeing in Bath or in any of our destinations around the world!
Kind regards,
City Sightseeing Team
Jade_D, Apr 2026
Great experience to see all the sights. The weather was lovely so we sat upstairs all day. We managed to visit so many landmarks and museums in one day.
Anne_M, Apr 2026
If you want a whistlestop tour of Bath, this definitely fits the bill. Optional commentary provided. 2 routes, one in the city itself and the other travelled up the hill to look down on the city.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your review!
We’re glad to hear that you found the tour a convenient way to get a whistlestop overview of Bath, and that you enjoyed the flexibility of the two routes — both in the city and up the hill for the views over Bath.
It’s also great to know you appreciated the optional commentary, which is designed to give guests the freedom to explore at their own pace.
We really appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on board again in the future!
Tanya, Apr 2026
One thing that is a giant pain in the neck is that you have to buy tickets individually if you want to split up at all. If you buy multiple adult tickets, they put it all on one slip, they won’t print individually.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience.
We’re sorry to hear about the inconvenience you encountered with the ticketing process. We understand that having all tickets printed on a single slip can be frustrating when you wish to split up during your visit.
Please note that this is part of our current system design for group purchases, however we appreciate how this can limit flexibility on site. Your comment is very valuable and will be shared with the relevant team as we continue working on improving the customer experience.
Thank you again for bringing this to our attention, and we hope you still enjoyed your visit overall.
Angela_C, Apr 2026
Despite there only being three couples downstairs (it was pouring with rain), the conductor made no attempt to even point out the commentary system, let alone show us how it worked. A very disappointing experience.
Karen_S, Mar 2026
Expect to be amazed by the driving skills of your drivers. How they can maneuver such a big vehicle on narrow roads never seize to amaze me.
It is the best way to get to explore a new area. The audio visual is entertaining and Informative.
For me it was money well worth spending.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Karen,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your City Sightseeing Bath experience and that our drivers’ skills and the audiovisual commentary made your tour both entertaining and informative. Your feedback means a lot to our team!
We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another amazing adventure with City Sightseeing Bath!
Holli_W, Oct 2024
Easy on/off. Very informative. Wt bands would have been more convenient that showing ticket at each stop.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Dear Holli,
We sincerely appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us.
We are happy to hear that you were able to experience how much fun it is to discover a new city from the top of one of our red buses. We are pleased to hear that you found our service excellent and that you enjoyed your visit to the city.
We look forward to welcoming you again very soon.
Thank you for choosing City Sightseeing.
Receive a cordial greeting,
Quality Department
LAURA_L, Sept 2024
Even though it was a very stormy day we were covered and dry except when we got off. The headphones were great informative and funny.
Response from Host, Sept 2024
Dear customer,
We sincerely appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us.
We are happy to hear that you were able to experience how much fun it is to discover a new city from the top of one of our red buses. We are pleased to hear that you found our service excellent and that you enjoyed your visit to the city.
We look forward to welcoming you again very soon.
Thank you for choosing City Sightseeing.
Receive a cordial greeting,
Quality Department
SusanLily_A, Aug 2024
The day I visited was Bank holiday and the directions for where to redeem my voucher for my ticket were invalid as the agency I was being directed to was nowhere to be seen and after a while I figured out it was probably inside the Guild Building which was closed because of the holiday! This was a stressful start and I had to return to the bus and found fortunately one driver would accept a bar code I had previously printed out. I did not have enough time in Bath to make full use if this ticket which allows for 2 bus tours and so I found it very expensive for what I got from it. I should not have booked it ahead from in Australia before my trip.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear Sir,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
At City Sightseeing, we strive to offer a service that allows our passengers to enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable sightseeing experience.
We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced. We are constantly working so that all our passengers can fully enjoy.
We welcome your feedback as it helps us improve our services and provide an even better experience in the future.
We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back on board so that you can enjoy a fulfilling sightseeing experience with City Sightseeing on your next trip.
Thank you for choosing City Sightseeing and for sharing your impressions with us.
Kind regards
Quality Department
Daniel_H, Aug 2024
We only had 24 hours in Bath and we were with my partners family who needed the tour translated into French. This was a great way for us to see everything and also to learn more about Bath's history in that time. The tour was fun and the route was figured out well! We specifically liked the story about Queen Victoria - no spoilers!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear Sir,
We sincerely appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us.
We are happy to hear that you were able to experience how much fun it is to discover a new city from the top of one of our red buses. We are pleased to hear that you found our service excellent and that you enjoyed your visit to the city.
We look forward to welcoming you again very soon in one of our more than 100 destinations.
Thank you for choosing City Sightseeing.
Receive a cordial greeting,
Quality Department
Peter_S, Aug 2024
We enjoyed both the City Tour and The Skyline Tour. The commentary was excellent. I found your instructions for redeeming the voucher were inaccurate. Corridor 12-99 does not exist. All that was necessary was for the bus driver to scan the QR code which produced the tickets.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear customer,
We sincerely appreciate your assessment. At City Sightseeing we continuously strive to provide excellent service to our clients.
We welcome your feedback as it will help us improve our services and provide an even better experience in the future.
We look forward to having the pleasure of welcoming you again soon on board our services in Bath or at any other City Sightseeing destination.
Best regards,
Quality Department
Kathy_G, Aug 2024
The information on the recorded commentary. I learned things I never knew about Bath.
Only downside was I had to share my friends headset as mine wasn’t working on the City Tour bus. I tried a second seat to see if it was the Jack but it must have been the headset. On th Ed Skyline Tour no issues at all. Now another friend is going to do this based on our recommendation.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear customer,
We appreciate your feedback and regret any inconvenience you may have experienced regarding the audio guides on your recent trip with City Sightseeing.
At City Sightseeing, we strive to provide a comprehensive sightseeing experience that allows our passengers to fully explore and enjoy each destination. Our buses are designed to provide a frequency that allows you to hop on and off throughout the day, thus facilitating flexibility in your itinerary and the opportunity to visit multiple points of interest in the city. In addition, our routes are carefully planned to include stops at the highlights, offering panoramic views and the possibility to discover the city from a unique perspective.
We appreciate your feedback as it helps us continually improve our services. We take note of your observations and will work to ensure that our buses maintain punctuality and the availability of high-quality audio guides on all routes.
We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back on board so that you can fully enjoy all that City Sightseeing has to offer on your next trip.
Thank you for choosing City Sightseeing and for sharing your impressions with us.
Kind regards
Quality Department
Valeria_C, Aug 2024
Stops really near monuments, a big number of stops, a beautiful experience.
Two different tours really interesting
Judy_S, Aug 2024
Lovely day, beautiful city. The drivers were really happy and friendly. The buildings were great and amazing. Lots of History for a beautiful city.
Greg_A, Jul 2024
Gorgeous city, informative audio, excellent friendly drivers who negotiated the both streets smoothly & safely
Stuart_E, Jun 2024
Both the city tour and the skyline a great overview of the beautiful city of Bath. The audio gave the right amount of historical detail as well as information about the present.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Dear Stuart,
I'm glad you had such a positive experience with the Bath hop-on hop-off bus tour!
By sharing your positive experience, you'll help others discover this great way to explore the beautiful city of Bath.
Amy_K, May 2024
Nice way to get oriented to Bath, history tape onboard interesting, drivers friendly. We only took the inner city route. Unfortunately not all the audio jacks work. Test them your ear bud before taking a seat
Response from Host, May 2024
Dear Amy,
Thank you for sharing your experience! I'm delighted to hear that you found the hop-on-hop-off bus tour to be a nice way to get oriented to Bath, and that you enjoyed the interesting history tape onboard. It's great to hear that the drivers were friendly and that you found the inner city route enjoyable. I appreciate your advice about testing the audio.
If you have any further feedback or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please feel free to let us know. We're here to ensure that your travels are enjoyable and hassle-free.
Dalety57, May 2024
Nice overview of Bath and surrounding area. A bit pricey for what you get. Audio tour informative. Stops very convenient to downtown area.
Response from Host, May 2024
Dear Dalety, we really appreciate your review. It helps us improve the quality of the activities we are offering to our clients.
Nicola_O, May 2024
This was my 1st time to Bath and loved it all. The tour was good, seen some nice places. The history is interesting.
Response from Host, May 2024
Esteemed customer,
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your kind words and enthusiastic endorsement following your inaugural visit to the historic city of Bath. Your feedback is deeply appreciated as we continually strive to provide enriching and memorable experiences for all our guests.
We are thrilled to learn that your first-time exploration of Bath left a lasting impression, and we are delighted to have played a part in facilitating your discovery of this remarkable destination. Bath's rich history, architectural splendor, and cultural significance make it a truly captivating place to explore, and we are honored to have shared in your enjoyment of its myriad attractions.
Moreover, we are pleased to hear that you found our tour to be informative and enjoyable, affording you the opportunity to discover some of the city's notable landmarks and hidden gems. Bath is indeed replete with treasures waiting to be unearthed, and we are gratified that our tour provided a glimpse into its storied past and vibrant present.
The acknowledgment of Bath's fascinating history is a sentiment shared by many, and we are thrilled that you found it to be of interest. From its ancient Roman origins to its Georgian splendor, Bath's history is as diverse as it is captivating, offering endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.
Once again, we express our sincere appreciation for choosing our tour service and for sharing your positive experience with us. Should you wish to delve deeper into Bath's rich tapestry of history and culture or explore other destinations, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly.
Yours faithfully,
Customer Care department.
aurelie_v, Mar 2024
It was so beautiful and the audio guide was so informative!!
The Georgian areas were the most beautiful in my opinion but it was overall spectacular.
Would definitely do it again!!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear esteemed reviewer,
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your glowing review of our tour. Your kind words regarding the beauty of the sights and the informative audio guide are deeply appreciated.
We take great pride in showcasing the beauty and rich history of our city, and we are delighted to hear that you found the Georgian areas particularly captivating. Your appreciation for the overall experience reaffirms our commitment to delivering excellence in sightseeing and storytelling.
We are thrilled to learn that you would choose to embark on our tour again, and we eagerly await the opportunity to welcome you back for another spectacular journey.
Thank you for choosing our service and for sharing your positive experience with us.
Warm regards,
Customer Care department.
Helen_T, Mar 2024
Second time on this tour. Enjoyed it, but the audio guide wasn't tailored for children so didn't keep their interest. They liked being high up, looking at everything. The basic circuit takes about 45 mins. Lots of stopping. Staff at the bus stop by the Abbey didn't seem overly happy with their work, although the driver himself was friendly. Bit of a swizzle that the skyline bus only went every hour so we didn't end up with enough time to fit that in and I'd really been looking forward to doing that. Feels a bit overpriced for what it is. Viator requires an app install just to get the ticket with QR code on to show the driver, which was a pain, and I found their app hard to navigate too.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear valued reviewer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your recent experience with our tour. We appreciate your return visit and your honest insights, which are invaluable to us as we continuously strive to improve our service.
We regret to hear that the audio guide was not tailored for children, and we apologize for any disappointment this may have caused. We will certainly take this into consideration for future enhancements to our tour experience, ensuring that it appeals to a broader audience, including younger passengers.
Additionally, we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the frequency of the skyline bus and the dissatisfaction with the staff at the Abbey bus stop. We will address these issues internally to ensure a more seamless and pleasant experience for our guests.
Your feedback regarding the pricing and the ticketing process through Viator is duly noted, and we will explore ways to improve transparency and convenience in this regard.
Once again, we appreciate your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an improved experience that exceeds your expectations.
Warm regards,
Customer Care department.
Marsha_C, Sept 2023
Buses were nowhere to be found. Several stops were not being stopped at. We gave up and went with another company.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Dear Customer,
Thank you very much for your comments.
We are sorry to hear that there were some inconveniences caused. We recommend downloading the City Sightseeing app where you can find every stop's location (linked to google maps), the situation of the buses in real time and much more...
We look forward to welcoming you again soon at any of our destinations.
Kind regards,
Customer support agent
Nanette_M, Sept 2023
Bath is an amazing place. Highly recommend the hop on hop off bus as it takes you around the inner city & the outskirts of Bath. Loved the history of Bath
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Dear customer,
Thank you so much for choosing the City Sightseeing back and for your positive feedback!
Hope to see you again if you ever return to Bath or at your next City Sightseeing destination.
Kind regards,
Customer support agent
Brenda_C, Sept 2023
Lovely experience ....recommended for anyone new in bath.I first started in the Toto tour bus to get to understand the city and know where to tour most afterwards ...It was wonderful
Geraldine_W, Sept 2023
A comprehensive tour of Bath City Centre, especially good when tired from walking. Helpful and friendly drivers.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Dear Customer,
Thanks for leaving a review!
We are happy to hear that everything went smooth and that you enjoyed the tour audio-guide.
Hope to see you back soon!
Yours sincerely,
Customer support agent
Sarah_R, Aug 2023
Fantastic tour, so easy to pick up around the city. Very comfortable journey.The audio commentary was excellent and really told you all the information you wanted in a clear and concise way.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Dear Customer,
Thanks for leaving a review!
We are happy to hear that everything went smooth and that you enjoyed the tour audio-guide.
Hope to see you back soon!
Yours sincerely,
Customer support agent
Shankari_R, Aug 2023
It was a great way to see all the important sights of Bath within an hour. Also was able to get off at the Royal Crescent to look around. Would highly recommend
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Good morning!
Thank you so much for sharing your review and feedback with us.
We thank you for your business and support.
Kind regards,
Customer support agent
Deborahmallan, Aug 2023
Enjoyed the city centre tour and the skyline tour. Interesting history. Shame about the amount of roadworks the buses have to manoeuvre round. Didn’t initially appreciate that the Toot bus tour and City Sightseeing are the same company. Slightly awakened to find the High Street bus stop to collect our Viator tickets as it has been temporarily moved for more roadworks. City Sightseeing reps and drivers very helpful.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Dear Customer,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. It means a lot to us. We will make sure to share your kind comments with our team.
We would love to see you again very soon.
Kind regards,
Customer support agent
Jacqueline_K, Aug 2023
Loved it all except sorting the tickets loved the circus one of the drivers was exceptional giving lots of extra info, only wish we’d had more time would’ve jumped on and off more Great Putney Street is fabulous also
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