Bath Crimes and Corruption Walking Tour
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5.0 (412)
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EUR 25.00

2 hours


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English

Overview

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.

Operated by

The Bad of Bath

Ratings & Reviews

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Struck lucky in our choice of tour

Clare_D, Mar 2026

If you are trying to choose a walking tour of Bath don't look any further than the Bad of Bath. What a thoroughly enjoyable experience! Simon delivered a knowledgeable, detailed history of Georgian Bath with amusing, lively tales instead of the usual dry facts. He brought the city's history to life for us. He took good care of us and was considerate to our individual needs and specific interests (even going the extra metres to point out Bridgerton landmarks for me) We were so lucky that others who had booked the tour had to change days so we had Simon to ourselves but I guess he would manage a big group just as well. We struck lucky in our tour choice, recommend that you give yourselves a treat and book too.

Fantastic Tour

Matilda C, Mar 2026

We had a fantastic time on the Bad of Bath Tour with Simon! Was really interesting learning all about the history of Bath and Simon topped it off with giving fantastic recommendations for local eateries/ things to do here.

Highly recommend

sharonsK6076DP, Mar 2026

We thoroughly enjoyed the Bad of Bath tour with Simon. Simon made the tour fun and engaging from start to finish. Whilst learning all about the shenanigans of the bad of Bath we took in all the historical sights and more that Bath has to offer. Would highly recommend especially if you want to hear about a different side to Bath’s past.

Great walking tour with insight into the darker side of Bath's history

nickgL4616RD, Feb 2026

Really enjoyed a couple of hours with Simon looking at some of the sights of Bath , with a great insight into some of the darker aspects of historical Bath . We ended up on a tour of 2 with Simon who shared his wealth of knowledge and gave us a great summary of Bath's Georgian history. Would highly recommend .

Itinerary

  • The Circus

    Architecture and history

    5 minutes
  • No. 1 Royal Crescent

    Architecture and history

    5 minutes
  • Pulteney Bridge

    Architecture and History

    5 minutes
Meeting Point Map

Location

Address

Abbey Churchyard, Bath BA1, UK

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Experience

Highlights

  • Chance to hear secret stories about Bath that you might not uncover alone
  • Tour combines famous sights with insights into notorious crimes
  • No getting lost—explore the city on foot with a guide to navigate
  • Tick off a shortlist of interesting landmarks such as the Circus
  • Inclusions

    • Tour Guide

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    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.

    from
    EUR 25.00