Top Bath Historical Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Unwind after a long day of sightseeing on a 1-hour cruise down the River Avon. Advance purchase allows you a guaranteed spot on your desired date. The leisurely cruise offers a different perspective of Bath’s picturesque attractions, including Halfpenny Bridge, the Abbey, and Pulteney Weir. Sip a courtesy glass of prosecco with your friends or special partner.  Snap photos of the famous monuments or simply relax.

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.

Take an express tour of Bath to see the city’s highlights in less than an hour. The ideal tour for families or those who have limited free time, the experience takes in sights of the Roman Baths, Guildhall, Theatre Royal, and more, along with the lowdown on each one. You’ll hear tips for places to eat and visit on your own as you explore the city with a local guide.

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.

Experience Bath with a seasoned guide and learn about this city’s treasured history. Explore the key landmarks of the city such as 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 as far back as the Roman Empire.

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.

This tour of the WORLD HERITAGE SITE BATH for English and German speaking visitors is suitable for singles, couples, groups and private groups alike and starts on Pulteney Bridge, then leading to the the classical unique historical sites of Bath but also visiting places, which are not necessarily found in the standard program of general Bath tours. In doing so I intend to bring this fascinating city closer to visitors from several historical and modern days perspectives. THE BEATLES IN BATH 1963 Visiting the Pavilion Concert Hall and Photo Gallery where The Beatles performed on June 10th, 1963 , as part of their U.K. tour with Roy Orbison. Details of this event will be highlighted as well as topics about The Beatles' legacy. A stopover in the spectacular St. John RC Church can be arranged to pay tribute to John Lennon while your host plays 'Imagine' on a keyboard or church organ. Stop over for a drink at the 'Irish Pub' where songs of The Beatles will be played for the tour members.

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.

Tick off the highlights of Bath, without having to explore the city in a group, by opting for this self-guided audio tour. There’s no set time schedule—so you can access the tour whenever you like, and choose if you want to visit any attractions along the way. During your walk, hear historical tales and interesting facts as you pass by key landmarks, such as Bath Abbey, and The Roman Baths.

Walking through the Cotswolds is like stepping into a landscape painting. Beautiful green colors, lush waterways, and flower-framed cottages. It goes without saying that Oxford deserves no introduction. As inspiring as it is fascinating, this city is filled with students, spires, and college halls straight out of Hogwarts. Explore these cobbled streets and discover the untold stories hidden around every corner.

Be ready for an adventure that will transport you through centuries of history and into the heart of picturesque England. Wander through Castle Combe, one of the prettiest villages in England and discover the mystery behind the Avebury Neolithic Standing Stones. Brace yourself for an extraordinary journey to Stonehenge and the Cotswolds, where ancient mysteries and natural splendours await in this small-group tour (maximum 16 people)

Exploring the prehistoric sites around Bath is difficult in a day without resorting to a hire car. This private tour delivers: covering three sights in a single morning and afternoon. Admire England’s rolling countryside as you leave Bath for the world’s largest neolithic stone circle at Avebury, and stroll among its ancient stones. Then, continue to see the West Kennet Long Barrow tomb before visiting Stonehenge and making your 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.

An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Cotswolds represent the picturesque tranquility of the English countryside. Don’t worry about finding your own way there: this small-group tour makes it easy to explore the region. See charming villages, visit historical churches and stately homes, enjoy lunch in a traditional country pub, and otherwise soak up the ambiance of this one-of-a-kind destination. Round-trip transit from Bath is included for your convenience.

The historic spa city of Bath is a UNESCO World Heritage site, filled with architectural wonders and Roman monuments. With this tour, take in all the highlights on a half-day tour and benefit from the expertise of a Blue Badge registered guide. Admire the Georgian buildings along the Royal Crescent; stop at landmarks including Bath Abbey, Pulteney Bridge, and Sally Lunn's Museum; and upgrade to include skip-the-line tickets for the Roman Baths.

Tick off a top England attraction and discover Somerset’s secret villages on this full-day tour of Stonehenge from Bath. In a small group limited to eight travelers, you’ll breeze past long lines, often in advance of one hour, at the UNESCO-listed Stonehenge before discovering the secluded villages and quaint countryside of Somerset. Listen to commentary enriched with literary and historical information, and enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bath are included. 

Enjoy Bath to the full with this self-guided audio tour, which charts its sights, history, and connections with much-loved author Jane Austen. Free from fixed itineraries, start when you wish, letting the audio lead you to attractions like the Roman Baths and museums so you don’t get lost or miss anything. Plus, benefit from the narration of a local historian or resident, discovering stories and detail many tourists never hear.

Make the most of your limited time in the area—and visit two of England’s highlight destinations—in one seamless, private tour. Depart in the afternoon from your Bath accommodation, and head first to Lacock, where you’ll tour the village's historical streets, spy its many filming locations, and more. Then, continue to Castle Combe (said to be one of the Cotswolds' prettiest villages), for a tour and traditional English cream tea.