Bath: History & Highlights Shared Walking Tour for 2-8 people
Overview
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Encounter the magic and majesty of Bath on this unique walking tour that shares some of the key themes, history, architecture, and culture of this unique city. Led by an expert, local guide, you'll wander through the city's stunning Georgian streets and learn about its fascinating past, from Roman origins to its rise as a fashionable spa town.
Visit iconic landmarks like the ancient Roman Baths, the majestic Royal Crescent, and the elegant Pulteney Bridge, while discovering hidden gems and lesser-known stories.
This tour offers a perfect introduction to Bath’s rich heritage, showcasing its unique blend of history, architecture, and modern charm. Ideal for first-time visitors or anyone eager to explore the heart of this UNESCO World Heritage city!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reasonable mobility is required.
Please bring appropriate weather gear & comfortable footwear.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Carefully curated route covering key highlights and hidden corners
Insightful commentary and storytelling throughout
Recommendations for further exploration after the tour
Small group experience for a more personal tour (group of 8, often less)
Opportunity for questions and conversation throughout the tour
Expert, local guide
Transportation to the starting point (Royal Crescent)
Gratuity/Tips
Entry tickets to any attractions (including the Roman Baths — this tour does not go inside)
What To Expect
No. 1 Royal Crescent
We'll meet you outside the No.1 Royal Crescent museum
Bath
Enjoy a gently paced, immersive walk through the heart of Bath led by one of our expert local guides. Along the way, you will uncover the city’s most famous landmarks as well as hidden corners, brought to life through fascinating stories, humour, and insight. Our guides are passionate about Bath and skilled at weaving together history, architecture, and local tales into a memorable experience. You will encounter stunning Georgian architecture, charming streets, picturesque squares, peaceful gardens, and beautiful viewpoints. Expect a thoughtful balance of well-known highlights and unexpected discoveries, enriched by the depth and personality your guide brings. Whether exploring literary connections, architectural marvels, or quirky stories from Bath’s colourful past, this tour helps you experience the city through the eyes of someone who truly knows and loves it.
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Bath: History & Highlights Shared Walking Tour for 2-8 people
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A perfect 2 hour tour!
LeeD499,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent the day with Toby. He was outstanding! Funny and answered every question we had. We covered a lot of ground in just two hours. I would highly recommend this company and Toby👍👍
Jane Austen's Bath: Walking Tour
ginov726,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really interesting tour. Justin our guide, was knowledgeable and clearly has a deep historical expertise in Jane Austen and Bath. His casual and friendly style was perfect and we learnt a lot about Jane Austen's life and the influence Bath had on her writing. Highly recommended.
Walking tour of Bath- Excellent
Kathleen K,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My mother(very active 80 yr old) and I enjoyed a wonderful tour walking tour of Bath with Justin. We booked a 2 hour walking tour with emphasis on Jane Austen, but Justin was able to provide so much more than that. He provided a lovely walking tour of Bath with a tremendous amount of historical information about Bath, the links to Jane Austen and her family's time in Bath and very interesting fact and stories about the development of Bath. He was very patient and accommodated our walking pace and interests. We made several interesting stops along the way. We would absolutely recommend Justin and In and Beyond Bath tours for any of your interests. They are top notch, professional, extremely knowledge, friendly and a wonderful way to experience a new location. The communication from booking through meeting and the tour was perfect. We will return and use them again. If you're lucky enough to get Justin, enjoy your tour!
Highlights of Jane Austen and Bath
leannejK3274KZ,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Justin was a fabulous guide who showed us the highlights of Bath in the context of Jane Austen. Knowledgable and a pleasure to be with. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
Wonderful and exciting walking tour of bath
Ljk0117,
Feb 21, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My 17 year old and I spend an enjoyable morning with Mike learning about Bath.. off the beaten tourist track. It was wonderful to hear about the layers of history, walk the canals, see the 7 hills and learn about the architecture and history. Easy to do the baths themselves without a guide. I would highly recommend Mike and this tour group. Very engaging and super responsive. Great day in Bath
Lovely way to spend a morning in Bath
finikity19,
Oct 1, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My niece and I went on a tour of Bath with Heather as our guide. It was a gentle tour, with lots of entertaining, sometimes gory, tales and historical information which gave us a feel for how it was to live in Georgian Bath. Included a visit to Beau Nash silver shop and an interesting chat with Duncan Campbell about the history of silver. Had a break for cup of tea half way through. Also came away with lots of ideas for things to do on our second day in Bath. Can recommend.
Wonderful Tour Off the Beaten Path
Jennifer W,
Sep 22, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My teenage son and I had one day in Bath and we are so happy we chose this tour. Heather was friendly and knowledgeable. We felt like we were walking around Bath with a friend rather than taking a tour!
Behind the facade, Georgian gems
51sightseer,
Jul 31, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As there were just myself and my husband on the tour, it was a real treat. Our guide was friendly and shared interesting and amusing information. She also included some great anecdotes which she had collected whilst researching the tour. She went over and above our expectations. We would heartily recommend her personal approach - like visiting with a good friend.
Passionate
Anton V,
Jul 29, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Passionate is how I would speak about Irina our guide. There was a misunderstanding about the pick up what she solved smooth. Very kind. After that she had a very interesting story about the city. She brought Bath to live for us. The days after the tour we recognize places we visit with the tour. And it felt as if we knew Bath. The tour was a very nice experiance. It is a very easy tour, not too much. I think everyone can walk this tour. Thanks again Irina. Anton van de Water Netherlands
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