Anulare gratuită
3 ore
Activitate Bath, England
din 5
25 de recenzii
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. 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 unlock the tour.
DOES NOT INCLUDE ENTRANCE THICKET TO THE ROMAN BATHS
Vârste: Adulți (5–99 ani)
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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.
Bath Abbey
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Many people view Bath Abbey as being the centre of the city. The Abbey is one of the most visited attractions in the Southwest.
Oprirea 3
10 min
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.
10 min
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.
10 min
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.
Pulteney Bridge
10 min
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.
5 min
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.
15 min
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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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.
10 min
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.
Oprirea 11
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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.
5 min
There is arguably no better place to see Bath’s Georgian architecture than the Circus. The Circus was originally called ‘the King’s Circus’.
5 min
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.
5 min
Royal Victoria Park was opened in 1830 by Princess Victoria, who at eleven years old was the future queen.
Oprirea 15
5 min
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.
Queen Square
5 min
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.
Theatre Royal Bath
5 min
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.
5 min
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.
Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.
All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app. Remember to check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket and give Pandemic Tours App access to your location!
This is the end of the tour, you'll be free to wander around Thermae Bath and the Cross Bath afterwards!
Your Exploro Tour is Ready!
Thanks for booking your self-guided tour with Exploro, we’re excited to help you discover the city at your own pace!
To avoid issues, OPEN THE TOUR A DAY EARLY and check everything loads correctly
Here’s everything you need to get started:
If you DON’T HAVE the Exploro app yet:
1. Download the Exploro app from our website: https://exploro.app
2. Open the app and sign up for a free account.
3. Follow the onboarding steps. When asked, select the platform where you bought your tour (e.g. Viator, TripAdvisor), choose your tour from the list, and enter your booking reference number to unlock it.
4. If you have any trouble unlocking the tour during onboarding, copy and paste the link below in Chrome or Safari (tap Allow if prompted) then enter your booking reference number to unlock it.
Already HAVE the app installed?
1. Make sure you're signed in to your account in the Exploro app
2. Copy and paste this link in Chrome or Safari to open your tour in the app (if asked click on allow):
https://exploro.app/tours/bath-self-guided-walking-tour?source=viator
3. Insert your booking reference number.
Helpful tips:
Want to revisit the tour later?
You’ll find it saved under the “Saved” tab in the Exploro app anytime.
It is suggested opening the app a little earlier to familiarize yourself with the interface and to make sure you've given it access to your location. This will ensure you can fully utilize the map function for a seamless experience.
If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to contact us at [email protected] or drop a message via WhatsApp at +39 389 644 9134, we're happy to help!
Don't forget to rate the tour when you're done. Thanks!
Enjoy your journey,
The Exploro Team
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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