Exceptional Bath tour guide making your visit splendidly memorable.
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Bath, England
- 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Perfect for travelers who are interested in history and architecture
- Explore the city of Bath with a seasoned guided
- Learn about the ancient history of this English city
- See landmarks such as the Roman Baths and Pulteney Bridge
What's Included
- All the history plus a few hidden gems
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Abbey Hotel Bath, a Tribute Portfolio HotelN Parade, Bath BA1 1LF, UK
Other central hotels could be suitable as a start point as this tour is designed to your own personal requirements.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Abbey Hotel Bath, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel (Pass By)
1
The Roman Baths
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Bath Abbey
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Pulteney Bridge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Queen Square
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
The Circus
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
No. 1 Royal Crescent
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
7
Thermae Bath Spa
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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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
4.7
based on 69 reviews
Martin_O, Dec 2025
We had a fantastic tour of Bath with Paul. It was extra special as it was just with me, my wife and son. Even though it was a small group for Paul he still gave us his full attention. Paul was so knowledgeable and we enjoyed learning all about the history of Bath. Fantastic city. We loved Paul's humour. He was very witty and made the tour great fun. Brilliant job Paul.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you. I try my best to show all sides of Bath
Sharon_H, Nov 2025
Was very informative with some fun facts surprised how interesting bath is our guide kept it light having been before and how much history there is
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Bath is fascinating, thanks for appreciating my interpretation of the City.
Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Roger_C, Nov 2025
It covers a wide range of the history of Bath, particularly the architectural background of Bath, with many interesting, sometimes amusing anecdotes. Being a long lived resident himself with a special affinity with Bath, Paul gives his walking tour an extra bit of character.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Many thanks. I really am a Bath expert.
Paul Elliott
Carl_G, Oct 2025
Paul is very knowledgeable about the history and architecture of Bath and led a thoroughly enjoyable tour. His humor added to our enjoyment. We learned a lot on the tour and saw beautiful sites we wouldn’t have otherwise known about. We highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
My knowledge of Bath is quite extensive. Many thanks for fully enjoying all the details, funny and serious.
Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Col_H, Sep 2025
Paul was a great guide. Thorough knowledge, with a good sense of humour thrown in. Just the right number of stops so as not to feel rushed.
lynn_w, Aug 2025
Paul is a very knowledgeable guide with a good sense of humour. Really enjoyed this tour n learnt a lot about Bath.
Would recommend.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks for this, lovely to be fully appreciated. Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Shawn_S, Jun 2025
He is very knowledgeable and mildly amusing. He will answer all your questions but he did make my wife feel like she had asked a stupid question and embarrassed her, so one star off. If you only ask “good questions” you should be fine.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Hopefully this in depth enlightening & mildly amusing tour has expanded your educational horizons ( even for your wife)
JoJo_H, Jun 2025
Very knowledgeable tour guide, funny and kept the tour interesting. A lot of walking. Our tour day went 2hrs 30min instead of 2hrs.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you, The tour can only go the speed of the slowest traveller. Walking just over 1 mile with over 15 stops should be achievable by most groups. I do try my best to run to time. - Paul Elliott
Carla_W, May 2025
We very much enjoyed this tour. We learned so much about the history of Bath while enjoying the humor from Mr. Elliott.
Response from Host, May 2025
The history of Bath + the humour of Mr Elliott esq. What more could one want. Thank you.
Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Nicola_C, Jan 2025
Really interesting and informative tour, would recommend. Our guide was funny and engaging, the two hours flew by!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
It is fun, and just not the facts. Cheers for enjoying it all.
Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
tbirdtammy, Nov 2024
Paul was an outstanding guide. His thorough knowledge and clear passion for the tour shone through. Highlight of our weekend away. Couldn’t recommend this tour enough. Thanks Paul!
Response from Host, May 2025
Great praise, Thank you very much.
Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Laurence_H, Sep 2024
Paul was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, witty, engaging and a wealth of lesser known historical facts.
Ashley_E, Sep 2024
Fabulous guide - everyone else no showed / cancelled and he stuck it out. Totally would have understood if he cancelled, but instead had an amazing time learning about bath from someone who loves the city. Can't recommend enough
Greg_F, Aug 2024
His putting his next tour and agenda in the “way of his finish remarks “ ahead of the quality of our current groups’experience..
I was very knowledgeable, but his lack of empathy for the needs of the group or neglected. He may have done this to her one too many times.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
I think these comments need to be better presented so they could be more easily understood. Then maybe, just maybe a response would be forthcoming
Jeannine_R, Aug 2024
History, architecture, humor, and the proper amount of sarcasm made this tour a delight! A great way to get your bearings of the city. Covers everything you need with a bit extra to set it apart. Highly recommend!
Anna_R, Aug 2024
Had a wonderful tour of Bath full of humor history and love for the place
Paul is a great guide my daughter and I enjoyed
Ali_A, Aug 2024
Thank you so much Paul,
Your knowledge and experience add an excellent value to our BATH trip.
We enjoyed our trip.
Lisa_C, Aug 2024
Paul was engaging, funny and informative. He took his time to describe and explain Bath to its fullest. Would highly recommend a stroll through the streets to hear what he can detail on the streets, backstories, architecture and history
Thank you Paul- will always remember this trip!
Grace_W, Jul 2024
Lovely tour! Bath was crowded with tourists (like us!) but Paul made our tour feel personal and special. Thank you!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you too. I'm glad it all went well.
Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Dex_S, Jul 2024
Paul is not only incredibly knowledgeable about Bath’s history, architecture, and hidden gems, but he also shared personal history and stories that brought the city to life.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Really pleased I got the balance right so you could fully appreciate all aspects of Bath.
Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Socrates_C, Jul 2024
Our tour guide Paul was a walking encyclopaedia of knowledge of Baths colourful history. Paul kept a us entertained for over 2 hours and showed us parts of Bath we would never have discovered on our own. I highly recommend this tour from a genuine guide who is a local of the area.
Kerryn_F, Jun 2024
Paul had great knowledge and a quirky sense of humour. He gave a great introduction to past and present Bath.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thanks - It's a great city with so much brilliant inspiring history. Paul Elliott
Nora_W, Jun 2024
Paul led us on a very informative tour of Bath, with a touch of humour and slight cynicism. Would recommend.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
It is good to show two sides of the story, historically.
Paul Elliott - City of Bath Guides
Laurel_B, May 2024
Well w booked our trip and paid in advance. The guide told me via text he was not to be on the schedule and cancelled and I can’t get a refund!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
I will look into this but I can find no record of your booking. Please contact Viator who normally hold your monies until the tour is completed - Paul Elliott
Lynn_I, Apr 2024
Paul is an excellent tour guide with a comprehensive knowledge of Bath history. We booked the tour for late in the afternoon on our first day in town to get an overview. Had a great time!
cwredd, Apr 2024
Loved the tour! Paul was very knowledgeable about Bath sharing so much history of this wonderful city!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thanks again - Paul Elliot as City of Bath Guides
Laura_B, Apr 2024
Paul was great!! My sister and I learned so much about Bath and what makes it so special. I would highly recommend this walking tour.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
There is so much in Bath, glad you liked it. Paul Elliott as City of Bath Guides
Lesley_C, Jan 2024
Great tour which was tailored to our interests and having the Crescent at the end of the tour was a fantastic way to finish. The weather was wonderfully sunny though cold so the photo opportunities pointed out to us along the way were particularly good. We would definitely recommend this tour.
ELIANA_L, Jan 2024
If you're looking for a voiceover of online available information, Paul is not your guide. If you're looking for a clever local legend to show you the human side of Bath in a way you will remember, Paul is your guide. Ask him for maximum waffling :)
Harry_G, Oct 2023
Very knowledgeable and well informed, with colorful British wit, humor and satire, although a bit outwardly opinionated, but all presented in good form. Imparts the feeling of not being keen on questions, and likewise a bit disdainful of Americans, but the content covered and places visited were very thorough. He's a piece of work! Actually very much enjoyed and appreciated the tour, and Paul. Definitely recommend.
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