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2 hours 30 minutes
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During my time in Bath I studied the history of Bath, its architects and residents who made this UNESCO World Heritage City a historical jewel. The legacy of Jane Austen’s writing and reading her novels inspired me to gain extensive knowledge about her time before and while she lived in Bath and after leaving Bath as well as the significance Bath had on her writing.
Tour reviews underline my unique approach catering to individual personal or group needs, expectations and appreciations .
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Covid restrictions apply if/whenever applicable
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Multilingual Guide English or German
Entrance fees for museums (including #1 Royal Crescent)
Jane Austen Centre’s internal tour guides
Pulteney Bridge
Here is where we meet. The Pulteney Bridge is a replica of the Ponte Veccio in Florence with shops lining both sides and was designed in 1769. We continue along Argyle Street and stop to looking at Laura Place and Great Pulteney Street. This stop takes about 15 minutes during which the magnificant town house architecture Great Pulteney Street is explained and its famous residents in the 18th and 19th century. The Holburne Museum of Art is visible from this stop. A walk along Pulteney Street towards the Holburn Museum can be undertaken and at the same time viewing the front of No. 4 Sydney Place where a name plaque commemorates Jane Austens first dwelling in Bath (no admission, museum or centre).
The Jane Austen Centre
Celebrating Bath's most famous resident The Jane Austen Centre offers a snapshot of life during Regency times and explores how living in Bath affected Jane Austen's life and writing. A tour through the centre can be booked separately by guests , however my tour does include entering the centre free of charge and visiting the book shop .
55 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jennifer B,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
We had a lively time on this walking tour. It was a nice mix of historical facts about Jane Austen and her life in Bath, as well as interesting information about local Bath architecture and history.
Kerry D,
Sep 11, 2025
- Viator
The tour is very comprehensive, and covered many historical and modern aspects of Bath, not only the Jane Austen connection. I feel that if you just have time for one tour, then this one covers most of what you’d need to know. Ulrich was very knowledgeable and also relaxed, allowing time for questions and conversation.
michael w,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
Ulrich did a fantastic job sharing his extensive knowledge of Bath, its environs and all things Jane Austen.
Zoe T,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
Thoroughly enjoyable wander around Bath learning about Jane Austen with a sprinkling of English history and architecture as well. A great introduction to the town!
Fiona B,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
I was expecting a period dressed guide but met an elderly German gentleman well informed but it not feel right!
Operated by Ulrich Wenske