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Bath History: The Best Itinerary

Bath’s history spans Roman to Regency. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Roman Baths
  2. 2Abbey
  3. 3Austen
  4. 4Crescent

Roman Bath

The ancient baths.

Regency Bath

Jane Austen’s city.

Georgian Bath

The crescents and Circus.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Bath — prices per person.

Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour
Bath
Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour
5.0(482)·3 hours
from$33/ person
via Viator
Chawton and Jane Austen Tour
Portsmouth
Chawton and Jane Austen Tour
5.0(35)·2 hours
from$35/ person
via Viator
Walking Tour of Bath with Blue Badge Tourist Guide
Bath
Walking Tour of Bath with Blue Badge Tourist Guide
5.0(1,964)·2 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
Alton to Chawton Walking Tour in the Footsteps of Jane Austen
South East England
Alton to Chawton Walking Tour in the Footsteps of Jane Austen
5.0(21)·3 hours
from$54/ person
via Viator
Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours
Bath
Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours
4.9(603)·2 hours
from$24/ person
via Viator
Roman Baths Entry and Walking Tour with Blue Badge Tour Guide
Bath
Roman Baths Entry and Walking Tour with Blue Badge Tour Guide
4.9(70)·3 hours
from$94/ person
via Viator
BATH: Private Walking Tour | Blue Badge Guide, 2h, £225 per group
Bath
BATH: Private Walking Tour | Blue Badge Guide, 2h, £225 per group
4.9(73)·2 hours
from$306/ person
via Viator
Jane Austen's Bath And History Trail
Bath
Jane Austen's Bath And History Trail
4.8(98)·3 hours
from$39/ person
via Viator

Bath history — FAQ

What is Bath’s history?
From a Roman spa to a Georgian and Regency resort.
Did Jane Austen live here?
Yes — for several years in the early 1800s.
Why is Bath a UNESCO site?
For its Roman remains and Georgian architecture.

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