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About Bath
Top Attractions
1. Roman Baths – A remarkably preserved ancient bathing complex where visitors can explore the original Roman architecture and learn about the history of the thermal waters. 2. Bath Abbey – A stunning Gothic church with impressive stained glass windows and fan vaulting, offering panoramic views from its tower. 3. Royal Crescent – A famous curved row of 30 terraced Georgian houses, showcasing classic 18th-century architecture and landscaped gardens. 4. Pulteney Bridge – An iconic bridge lined with shops, spanning the River Avon, known for its unique design and picturesque views. 5. The Circus – A circular arrangement of large townhouses designed by architect John Wood, exemplifying Georgian architectural style and symmetry. ACTIVITIES: Visitors to Bath can enjoy a variety of activities including touring the Roman Baths and the Thermae Bath Spa to experience the natural hot springs. Walking tours of the historic city center and architectural landmarks are popular. Cultural experiences include visiting the Jane Austen Centre, attending performances at the Theatre Royal, and exploring art galleries. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike in the nearby Cotswolds or along the Kennet and Avon Canal. Unique local experiences include sampling traditional English afternoon tea and participating in seasonal festivals such as the Bath Literature Festival and Bath Christmas Market. FOOD_CUISINE: Bath’s food culture blends traditional English fare with modern culinary trends. Signature dishes include Bath buns, a sweet roll with sugar topping, and locally sourced ingredients featured in hearty pies and roasts. The city offers a range of dining options from cozy pubs to fine dining restaurants. Must-try foods include locally brewed ales, cream teas with scones, and seasonal game dishes. Noteworthy restaurants include The Olive Tree, known for its Michelin-starred contemporary British cuisine, and Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House, famous for its unique Bath bun recipe dating back to the 17th century. TRANSPORTATION: Bath is accessible by train from London and other major cities, with Bath Spa station located near the city center. It is also reachable by car via the M4 motorway. Local transportation includes buses and taxis, but the city’s compact layout encourages walking. Cycling is popular, with bike hire options available. Parking can be limited and expensive in the city center, so using park-and-ride services on the outskirts is recommended. Costs for local buses are moderate, and advance train tickets can offer savings. TRAVEL_TIPS: The best time to visit Bath is late spring through early autumn when the weather is mild and outdoor events are frequent. Pack comfortable walking shoes and layers for variable weather. Respect local customs by being polite and punctual when visiting cultural sites. Bath is generally safe, but standard precautions apply in crowded areas. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, though carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases. Booking accommodations and popular attractions in advance is recommended during peak tourist seasons. CULTURE_CUSTOMS: Bath’s culture is deeply rooted in its Georgian heritage and literary connections, especially with Jane Austen. Social customs emphasize politeness and respect for history and tradition. The city hosts several significant events such as the Bath Literature Festival, Bath International Music Festival, and Christmas Market, which celebrate arts and community spirit. Visitors should observe quiet and respectful behavior in religious and historic sites. Tipping around 10-15% in restaurants is customary. Bath residents value environmental sustainability, reflected in local initiatives promoting recycling and green transport. CAR_RENTAL: Major car rental companies operating in Bath include Enterprise, Hertz, and Avis, with offices near the train station and city outskirts. Typical daily rental costs range from £30 to £60 depending on the vehicle type and season, with weekly rates offering better value. Drivers must hold a valid full driving license and be at least 21 years old, though some companies require drivers to be 25 or older for certain vehicles. Roads in and around Bath are generally well-maintained but can be narrow and busy, especially in the city center. Parking is limited and often metered; several public car parks are available but can fill quickly. Using park-and-ride facilities is advisable to avoid city center congestion. When renting, check for insurance coverage and be aware of local driving rules, including speed limits and roundabout navigation.
Popular Activities
Bath Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of South West England
- Duration Range: 2 to 10 hours
- Group Size: Small groups (up to 15 people)
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
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Average Tour Price: $95
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $250
126 Available Tour Excursions in Bath
Get a great introduction to Bath on this 3 hour private walking tour of the city. You will see Bath's famous landmarks and learn about the city's past and present with a local guide who was born and grew up in the city. The tour includes a drive to a fantastic viewpoint over the city. There is an option to have either a morning or afternoon tour.
Price: $138.37
Duration: 3 hours
Enjoy a private guided tour around one of Britain's most famous icons, Stonehenge. Fast-track pre-booked admission is included. This half-day tour gives you plenty of time to explore the ancient prehistoric monument and includes private transportation to and from Bath. You can choose either a morning or afternoon tour.
Price: $273.97
Duration: 4 hours
Travel back in time to an unspoile corner of England on this private day trip to the Cotswolds from Bath. Be captivated by the stunning scenery of rolling hills, narrow roads lined by hedgerows and villages of honey-colored stone. We offer you an innovative tour, in which you will spend a full day getting to know more about this magical English region in the hands of an expert guide who will give you a unique experience.
Price: $1,362.93
Duration: 9 hours
Enjoy a private tour of Bath and Stonehenge with a local guide who has been to Stonehenge over 200 times and who was born in the city of Bath! • Explore the famous site of Stonehenge with your private guide • Your guide will share interesting stories on Stonehenge, how it was built and the latest archaeological discoveries • You will visit your guide's favourite viewpoint over Bath to give you a great perspective of the city • Exploring the city on foot you will see all of Bath's famous streets and buildings and your guide will bring these to life with interesting stories about them and the city • Enjoy the company of a guide who was born and grew up in Bath • Throughout the day enjoy the benefits of a local private guide and private transportation • All admissions included This tour picks-up and drops-off at locations In Bath – ideal for visitors staying in Bath or visiting Bath for the day.
Price: $437.94
Duration: 8 hours
This private tour is a great way to experience one of the most unique places near Bath. Glastonbury is unlike any other town in England. The small town is steeped in legends relating to King Arthur, Jesus and the Holy Grail and today it is a popular place for yoga, meditation and New Age spiritualism. During this tour you will visit its key attractions and hear about its fascinating stories. • Explore sites related to the legends of King Arthur • Visit the picturesque gardens and ruins of Glastonbury Abbey • Enjoy panoramic views from one of the region’s most famous landmarks: Glastonbury Tor • Throughout the day enjoy the benefits of a local private guide and private transportation • All admissions included
Price: $238.68
Duration: 5 hours
On this afternoon tour, you'll encounter one of the most iconic and idyllic Cotswolds villages before enjoying afternoon refreshments tea before heading back to Bath. Explore the idyllic village of Castle Combe and other hidden gems on a half-day tour that shares Castle Combe’s most treasured secrets and a journey into the unseen Cotswolds of grand estates, quaint stone towns and tea, away from the tourist trail.
Price: $207.55
Duration: 3-4 hours
Embark on an adventure that will exceed your expectations. In & Beyond Bath are a very different kind of tour company. We share the best & breadth of our region with adventurous travellers seeking to go beyond the ordinary and truly connect with authentic England. Our Stonehenge & Secret England tour shares an incredible, private guided tour of Stonehenge with a journey into some of the most stunning countryside and historic villages for a fabulous lunch at an historic inn and a trip to encounter grand churches, medieval marvels and extraordinary stories that reveal much about our culture, literature and past, shared in a personal and relaxed manner that will leave you with memories you'll treasure forever!
Price: $1,100.03
Duration: 7-8 hours
Enjoy a scenic day trip around England's famous Cotswolds! Your private car will pick you up and take you to some of the most renowned villages and Hamlets such as Castle Combe, Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water. We offer a relaxed, comfortable Tour through the rolling Cotswold towns and villages. 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!
Price: $684.92
Duration: 7-9 hours
Discover the stunning city of Bath with a qualified, experienced tour guide. Visit the best Georgian landmarks, learn about society and sample some of Bath's finest pubs trying the local ales and cider. *Visit three delightful historic pubs and enjoy an introduction to local ales & cider *Personalised, fun walk with an experienced, knowledgeable local guide *Covers all the notable locations of Bath with fascinating fun facts and insight
Price: $52.58
Duration: 3 hours
Explore Bath with a local guide who was born in the city to see the places where Bridgerton was filmed. During the tour your guide will bring these places to life with links to Bridgerton and stories on real local scandals that Lady Whistledown would have loved to have written about! There will also be a fun Bridgerton-themed quiz during the tour! The tour visits many of the famous landmarks in Bath and so is equally enjoyable for members in your group who may not have seen Bridgerton!
Price: $124.53
Duration: 1-2 hours
Exploring the prehistoric sites around Bath is difficult in a day without resorting to a hire car. This private tour delivers: covering the three most important sites in a single day with a knowledgeable private guide. 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. • Private Stonehenge, Avebury, and West Kennet Long Barrow tour from Bath • Visit the ancient sites by private car and with a guide for extra insight • Walk among Avebury’s stones and explore the Long Barrow tomb and Stonehenge • Includes entry fees, stop for lunch (own cost) and door-to-door transport This tour picks-up and drops-off at locations In Bath – ideal for visitors staying in Bath or visiting Bath for the day.
Price: $443.47
Duration: 8 hours
Get a great introduction to Bath on this private walking tour with a local guide who was born and grew up in Bath and then in the afternoon visit a small falconry in a charming village on the outskirts of the city where you will have the unique opportunity to fly a hawk in the surrounding countryside.
Price: $363.22
Duration: 7 hours
This sensational private tour to the City of Wells and to mystical Glastonbury can’t fail to delight you. Discover Wells, the smallest city in England and a true gem of the South West. It boasts one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the country and a moated Mediaeval Palace. Glastonbury will inspire and intrigue you with it’s Myths, Mystery and Arthurian Legends. Two treasures in one unforgettable day.
Price: $1,335.25
Duration: 8 hours
Escape the queues and head-sets to uncover the secrets of Stonehenge firsthand on a personalised, relaxed, in-depth small-group tour led by an engaging, knowledgeable local. On this tour, you’ll learn first-hand with a local expert, the story of Stonehenge and its wider context. You'll return feeling like a local, having experienced the England most visitors never see with memories you'll treasure forever.
Price: $207.55
Duration: 4-5 hours
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.
Price: $449.70
Duration: 8 hours
THE EXPERIENCE Indulge in an exclusive British wine and cheese tasting experience, taste what Britain has to offer and learn more about our growing and popular wine and cheese industry, this is all presented in our beautifully decorated cellar beneath our ever popular wine and cheese shop. Located in the heart of the the gorgeous world heritage city of Bath. Our harmonious blend of tantalising wines and creamy, tangy cheeses and delicious accompaniments make sure that each bite and sip enhance all the flavours, creating a symphony of tastes. Come and enjoy a private, relaxed, enjoyable time and let the conversation flow as freely as the wine, it is sure to be an unforgettable culinary adventure. This is great for those wanting to learn more about British wine and cheese. Perfect for couples and dates, exclusive group parties and those wanting to have a relaxing adult break from the kids.
Price: $48.43
Duration: 1 hours
We are unique in offering private tours that can be curated to your particular interest in all things Jane Austen. Our guides unlock hidden stories and haunts of Jane Austen's time in Bath to reveal how this remarkable city and its social swirl of the day influenced her novels and inspired her much-adored characters. Jane Austen’s relationship with Bath was an interesting one. It represents the many different personalities of the place: stimulating, complicated, elegant, fun-loving, and exciting. Her time spent in the city was full of charm and sadness and marked one of the most eventful periods of her young life. Our tour takes you past iconic facades, along the lanes and sites fashionable in Regency Bath. Your expert guide reveals fascinating insights about social etiquette of the day, the nuances of life for a woman in Regency England, what was in-vogue, how life was lived, and stories behind the buildings.
Price: $207.55
Duration: 2 hours
This privately guided, exclusive tour from Bath enables you to explore two of England's most popular visitor attractions in one memorable day. Visit Stonehenge, the greatest and most iconic marvel of prehistoric Britain. Explore the Stonehenge landscape at leisure and discover more about the Bronze Age burial mounds located nearby. Visit Salisbury Cathedral and be inspired by the scale and grandeur of this magnificent Gothic masterpiece. Thereafter visit the inspirational 1215 Magna Carta Exhibition. Old Sarum is one of the most historically important sites in southern England. The site used to include a royal castle and a cathedral within an Iron Age fortification. Please note that this last visit is only feasible if time permits.
Price: $1,349.09
Duration: 8 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
