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Bath Self-Guided Private Tour

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Overview

See the best of the City of Bath, learn all about its history—and explore totally independently, without worries of crowds or time wasting—on this private, self-led audio tour. The creator of this amazing experience is Helen, who will be your audio guide and "virtual" companion during the whole experience.

Upon booking, download the app to your smartphone and use when, and as often, as you’d like, for up to three weeks. You’ll see neighbourhoods and landmarks like The Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, Pulteney Bridge, Parade Gardens, The Circus, Theatre Royal and much more, and will learn behind-the-scenes stories from the audio narration of a Local Expert.

Please note: when booking, you will get a separate email with instructions on how to download our app and redeem your unique code (this code is different from your booking reference number!).

What's Included

  • An email with instructions to activate the tour (booking reference isn't the code!)
  • Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
  • Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
  • In-person Guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Abbey Chambers
Church Street, Avon, Bath BA1 1LZ, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Hot Bath Street
Bath BA1 1SJ, UK

This is the end of the tour, you'll be free to wander around Thermae Bath and the Cross Bath afterwards!

What To Expect

The Roman Baths (Pass By)

The beautiful city of Bath has been a destination since Roman times. ‘Aquae Sulis’, which is the city’s original name, is thought to have been occupied from around 43AD. The Roman Baths is designated as both a Grade I listed building and a Scheduled Monument.
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Bath Abbey (Pass By)

Many people view Bath Abbey as being the centre of the city. The Abbey is one of the most visited attractions in the Southwest.
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York Street

The journey from the Abbey Courtyard to York Street takes you through Kingston Parade, which in reality is more of a square than a promenade as its name suggests. This is a popular place for people to gather and relax, with magnificent views of the cathedral and Roman Baths.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sally Lunn's Museum

North Parade Passage, formerly known as Old Lilliput Lane, is one of the few examples of pre-Georgian architecture in Bath. Most of the timber-framed houses have been rebuilt over the centuries, but Sally Lunn’s (number 4 North Parade Passage) still has its timber-framework.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parade Gardens

Parade Gardens is a two-and-a-half-acre site beside the River Avon. It dates back to 1709 and is now a Grade II-listed park.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pulteney Bridge

Pulteney Bridge is believed to be one of only four bridges worldwide to have shops across the full span on both sides. The idea for Pulteney Bridge came from a man called William Johnston Pulteney.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pulteney Weir

Pulteney Weir has been a feature of the city for centuries. It first appeared on maps of Bath in 1603 and was originally built to power two corn mills on both sides of the river.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Henrietta Park

A little off the tourist trail, Henrietta Park is one of Bath’s hidden gems. The park is a seven-acre site that was opened in 1897 to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holburne Museum (Pass By)

The Holburne Museum houses a collection of items previously owned by Sir William Holburne, who inherited a modest fortune, some of which he spent travelling Europe. Here you will discover the story behind the museum and the character who gave life to it.
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Great Pulteney Street

Great Pulteney Street is by far the widest and grandest thoroughfare in the city. The street was designed to have wide pavements, and in some places, these pavements are as wide as the road itself.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Upper Borough Walls (Pass By)

Upper Borough Walls gets its name as it’s the site of the original town wall of medieval Bath. Many of the houses along this road are listed themselves.
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The Circus

There is arguably no better place to see Bath’s Georgian architecture than the Circus. The Circus was originally called ‘the King’s Circus’.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

No. 1 Royal Crescent

The crescent was built between 1767 and 1775. There are 30 grade I listed houses here. There are several other Georgian crescents found in the city of Bath, including Lansdown Crescent and Somerset Place.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Victoria Park

Royal Victoria Park was opened in 1830 by Princess Victoria, who at eleven years old was the future queen.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gay Street

Gay Street was part of the Circus development, designed by John Wood the Elder and completed by John Wood the Younger after his father’s death. Many of the houses along this stretch are Grade I or II listed.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Queen Square

Queen Square is a one-acre communal garden surrounded by Grade I listed buildings. The square is dedicated to Queen Caroline, who was the wife of George II.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Theatre Royal Bath

The Theatre Royal is a Georgian building constructed in 1805 and refurbished in 2010. It is one of the oldest and arguably most attractive theatres in the country.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thermae Bath Spa

Built on the site of the former Beau Street swimming baths, Thermae Bath Spa opened in 2006. The spa is heated using the naturally thermal waters of the Minerva Bath.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket!

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bath Self-Guided Private Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bath Self-Guided Private Tour?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • An email with instructions to activate the tour (booking reference isn't the code!).
  • Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour.
  • Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!).
  • 3 weeks unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app.
  • Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need.
The following is NOT included:
  • In-person Guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Bath Self-Guided Private Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bath Self-Guided Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • An email with instructions to activate the tour (booking reference isn't the code!)
  • Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
  • Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
  • 3 weeks unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
  • Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
  • In-person Guide

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket!

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