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A LEISURELY 4 HOUR SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF BATH
Joined 2022
The tour will give a leisurely introduction to the beautiful city of Bath and will include exterior views of the Roman Baths Museum and Pump Room, the Abbey church, Sally Lunn's (the oldest house in Bath), Pulteney Bridge, the Georgian city to include the Assembly Rooms, the Circus, Royal Crescent, Royal Victoria Park, Jane Austen Centre,
Queen Square, the Theatre Royal, and the Spa Quarter. An accompanied interior visit to Bath Abbey could be made if the client wished.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
I can be flexible about the meeting point and meet at a centrally situated hotel if preferred.
Entrance to Roman Baths Museum Abbey Churchyard/or lobby of client's hotel
A general introduction to Bath from Roman times and the uses of the famous hot springs, a description of the history of the Abbey church and the Pump Room where people would gather to drink the spa water from 1700's.
The Oldest House in Bath (Sally Lunn's Tea Rooms)
A plaque on the house describes it as 'The Oldest House in Bath' and Sally Lunn lived there 1680
Terrace Walk/North Parade
Examples of the style of houses built as lodgings for wealthy visitors who were coming to Bath in the mid 1700's. Also the area where the first Assembly Rooms would have stood. Visitors enjoyed dancing, card playing and socialising at the venues.
North Parade Bridge
The ideal spot for a photograph of the famous Pulteney Bridge which was completed in 1774
Riverside walk
A gentle stroll beside the River Avon. The pathway is located approximately 20 feet or 6 metres below the normal street level so there is an opportunity to have a more unusual view of both Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge from here.
High Street
This offers wonderful views of the north side of Bath Abbey with its huge windows which give it the nickname 'The Lantern of the South West'. The Guildhall or Town Hall dating from 1777 occupies the entire length of one side of the High Street and also has the City Market incorporated within the building.
Bath Abbey (normally open to visitors unless closed for a special event) Donation required
Interior visit if required to enjoy the splendour of the architecture inside the building including the wonderful fan vaulting in the ceiling and the magnificent windows.
Milsom Street,
This is one of Bath's elegant shopping streets and the route to the upper part of the town and the Georgian buildings.
Upper Assembly Rooms
The building opened in 1771 in order to give people living in the new upper town a place where they could gather to dance and play cards and to socialise. Today it is also home to the Fashion Museum which has exhibits of items of clothing worn by the ladies and gentlemen who would have frequented the various events. It traces fashion through to modern times.
The Circus
To begin with it was known as The King's Circus. There are three segments of buildings arranged in a circle and the facades are
decorated with the three orders of columns, doric, ionic and corinthian. It was started by John Wood Senior in 1754, however he died so John Wood the Younger his son completed the work.
The Royal Crescent
The first crescent to be built in Europe it consists of 30 very fine houses and has had many famous residents.
Royal Victoria Park
We take a leisurely stroll along Royal Avenue towards the city centre
Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein/Jane Austen Centre
These two visitor attractions are within two doors of one another. Mary Shelley wrote her famous book Frankenstein whilst staying in Bath in 1816. The Jane Austen Centre is an exhibition which tells the life of the novelist and the stories which she wrote.
Queen Square
Designed by John Wood Senior as lodging houses for wealthy visitors. this was his first major work commenced in 1728.
Theatre Royal
The present theatre opened in 1805
Spa Quarter
Home of Bath's present Thermae Spa where people can bathe in the relaxing mineral waters and enjoy views of the rooftops of Bath
from the open air pool
Central Bath, Entrance to Roman Baths Museum or Client's hotel if preferred
The tour can be completed either at the entrance to the musuem or wherever the client chooses.
Ending Point
The tour can finish to suit the clients preference
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide Fee
Any transportation fees (including any expenses incurred by the guide if the meeting point was not
in central Bath).
Admissions to any attractions
Donations to the abbey
Refreshments/snacks purchased whilst on the tour
Tour Important Information
Four hours gentle walking with the possibility of a visit to Bath Abbey if desired. Weather conditions can vary at any time of year so it is or usually advisable to carry either
a warm covering or rainproof jacket and/or umberella. Comfortable footwear is essential. The city centre is situated in a valley and then spreads out onto seven hills. The walk up to the Royal Crescent isn't too steep and can be done at a very leisurely pace.
Please note the Roman Baths Museum does not allow external guides to guide within the attraction. Audio guides are included in the admission fee.
Important message from the supplier
January and February 2023 I am not available at all for guiding. 2022 I am not available 21st October - 30th October inclusive due to a holiday.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Sue N.
I have been a blue badge guide in Bath for over 30 years and I am always delighted to show people what the city has to offer. I can offer walking tours or tours in a private vehicle or people carrier (provided by the client).
Bath is famous for its hot thermal springs, the Romans lived in the area for 400 years and The Roman Baths are a major visitor attraction. It is always a delight for me to show people around the city and to share the history of how it developed in the 18th century when members of the Royal family and the aristocracy came to 'take the waters'.
$390/ per group
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