Bath: Georgian Walking Tour
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Overview

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.

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Thoroughly enjoyable tour with Bob!

603km, Apr 2025

Bob is a superb guide - I can't rate him highly enough! Such an interesting tour, he was such a knowledgeable and charming guide. Thank you Bob, I thoroughly enjoyed the tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Hello again, I'm glad that you enjoyed the tour. These reviews are really appreciated and help to grow my business. Bob.

Passionate, enthusiastic tour!

Jennifer B, Apr 2025

Bob is great! You can feel his passion and enthusiasm for Bath and the wonderful architecture which abounds. The tour is a full 2-2.5 hours, walking nearly every corner of the city. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and would definitely recommend!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Hello Jennifer, many thanks for the lovely review. These reviews are gratefully received and help to promote my business. Bob.

A history tour of Bath, with some cool Bridgeton filming locations as well.

966estellev, Apr 2025

This tour was amazing. An intimate group with the lovely tour guide Bob who shared so much knowledge about his beloved town. You got to see everything and had the options of doing more if you wanted to which allowed for a personalised experience. Would highly recommend this tour with Bob especially.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Hello again, I am really pleased that you enjoyed the tour and many thanks for this lovely review. Bob.

Wonderful town tour highly recommended

Roam51880615861, Apr 2025

Wonderful town tour with Bob who was funny, knowledgeable and kind. Lots of history on Bath to cover in such a short period which is complex but he nailed it!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Hello again and thank you very much for the great review. These reviews are truly appreciated and help to keep me on my toes. Bob.

Itinerary

  • Bath

    Bob takes you through the heart of Georgian Bath and includes the Abbey Church Yard, Hot Springs, Old City Wall, Mineral Hospital, Queens Square, Roman Baths, Assembly Rooms, Circus, Royal Crescent, Gravel Walk, Pulteney Bridge, Guildhall and Market and much more.

    2 hours
  • Abbey Churchyard

    The tour starts from the Abbey Churchyard in front of the iconic Abbey Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, commonly known as Bath Abbey, which is an Anglican parish church and a former Benedictine monastery. Founded in the 7th century, Bath Abbey was reorganised in the 10th century and rebuilt in the 12th and 16th centuries.

    10 minutes
  • The Roman Baths

    The Roman Baths are well-preserved thermae in the city of Bath, A temple was constructed on the site between 60-70AD in the first few decades of Roman Britain. According to the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, the original Roman baths were in ruins a century later. The area around the natural springs was redeveloped several times during the Early and Late Middle Ages.

    5 minutes
  • Royal Mineral Water Hospital

    Construction of this hospital began in 1737, which heralded a new period of faith and scientific belief in the healing properties of Bath's mineral waters.

    5 minutes
  • Queen Square

    Queen Square is a square of Georgian houses and is the first element in the architectural sequence in Bath, which includes the Circus and the Royal Crescent. All of the buildings which make up the square are Grade I listed.

    5 minutes
  • Assembly Rooms

    During the Georgian era, Bath became fashionable, and the architect John Wood, the Elder, and his son laid out new areas of housing for residents and visitors. Assembly rooms had been built early in the 18th century, but a new venue for balls, concerts and gambling was envisaged in the area between Queen Square, The Circus and the Royal Crescent. The new or upper assembly rooms opened with a grand ball in 1771 and became the hub of fashionable society, being frequented by Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, along with the nobility of the time.

    5 minutes
  • The Circus

    The Circus is a historic ring of large townhouses in the city of Bath, Somerset, England, forming a circle with three entrances. Designed by architect John Wood, the Elder, it was built between 1754 and 1768, and is regarded as a pre-eminent example of Georgian architecture. Each segment faces one of the three entrances, ensuring a classical façade is always presented straight ahead.

    10 minutes
  • No. 1 Royal Crescent

    The Royal Crescent is a row of 30 terraced houses laid out in a sweeping crescent in the city of Bath, England. Also designed by the architect John Wood, the Younger and built between 1767 and 1774, it is among the greatest examples of Georgian architecture to be found in the United Kingdom and is a Grade I listed building.

    10 minutes
  • Pulteney Bridge

    Pulteney Bridge is a bridge over the River Avon. It was completed by 1774, and connected the city with the land of the Pulteney family which it wished to develop. Designed by Robert Adam in a Palladian style, it is highly unusual in that it has shops built across its full span on both sides.

    5 minutes
  • Bath Guildhall Market

    The Guild Hall is an indoor market wander around and you will find some interesting stalls. The market is housed in a beautiful building. The market has been established since 1284.

    5 minutes
  • Abbey Churchyard

    At the end of the walk, we return to the Abbey Churchyard and spend as much time as you like discussing points of interest about Bath with your guide Bob.

    10 minutes
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Location

Address

Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1, UK

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Experience

Highlights

  • Visit some of Bath’s Georgian architectural highlights
  • Walk around the city with a guide to navigate so you don’t get lost
  • Fun and immersive way to learn about Bath’s history
  • Small group size ensures a more personalized experience
  • Inclusions

    • Included in the price is a 2 hour walking tour

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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