Region: Region: Bath, Somerset, England
Places To Stay: From elegant Georgian guesthouses to boutique hotels and spa resorts, Bath is ideal for a city break. Try: Stay in Bath or browse more Somerset Accommodation.
Looking for more city walks in England? Try my London Tube Trekking Walks, Oxford City Walk or Cambridge City Walk and coming soon: York Minster Circular.
Below are a 3 ideas for trips and tours available in Bath, GetYourGuide offer great discounts and availability + Many more!
The Bath City Circular Walk is a relaxed 5km trail through one of Britain’s most beautiful and historically rich cities. With Georgian architecture, Roman ruins, elegant crescents, and sweeping park views, this self-guided route is perfect for first-time visitors or return explorers.
You’ll wander through honey-coloured stone streets, pass the famous Roman Baths (tickets available here), admire the grand Royal Crescent, and enjoy riverside and hilltop views that make Bath such a joy to explore on foot.
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Getting There: Directions, GPX and App Link
- Start point: Bath Abbey or Bath Spa Railway Station
- Google Maps link: Bath Abbey
- Download the GPX file here for use on your GPS device or watch
- You can also follow this route on my Outdooractive profile
Hike Profile
- Distance: 3 miles / 5 km (circular)
- Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours (or longer with stops)
- Highest point: Approx. 100m above city level (Royal Crescent area)
- Difficulty: Easy – gentle gradients, all on paths or pavements
- Route conditions: Mostly paved with some cobbled streets and park paths
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Hike Description
This loop starts and ends at Bath Abbey — a perfect central location surrounded by cafes and Roman history. From here, you’ll head through the most picturesque corners of Bath:
- Bath Abbey & Roman Baths – Begin in the heart of the city where the Romans built their famous thermal complex.
- Pulteney Bridge – Cross this elegant, shop-lined bridge and enjoy views of the weir and River Avon.
- Sydney Gardens – A peaceful green space that once welcomed Jane Austen and other Georgian high society.
- The Circus – A stunning architectural circle of townhouses designed by John Wood the Elder.
- Royal Crescent – Bath’s most iconic row of terraced houses with sweeping views over Royal Victoria Park.
- Royal Victoria Park – Loop through the landscaped grounds for city views and open space.
- Queen Square & Milsom Street – Return via this stylish shopping district and classic Georgian square.
This city walk shows Bath at its best — timeless, elegant, and easy to explore. Whether you’re here for the history, the architecture, or just a scenic stroll with a pasty or cream tea in hand, it’s a walk to remember.
Take your time — pop into museums, walk through streets and church yards, and pause for cake or a pint in one of Bath’s legendary pubs.
Below are a 3 ideas for trips and tours available in Bath, GetYourGuide offer great discounts and availability + Many more!
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