Spend two days across Bath and Bristol, where architecture, history, culture and creativity combine to create two of Britain's finest cultural destinations. 

Day One - The UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath

Start with a guided walking tour through the city's iconic Georgian streets, taking in the Royal Crescent, Circus and Pulteney Bridge with In & Beyond Bath or Sulis Guides to hear expert commentary and local stories before visiting the world-famous Roman Baths.  

Continue to the Victoria Art Gallery, home to an impressive collection of British paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, before heading over to the Holburne Museum, whose collections span Renaissance treasures to contemporary exhibitions. Then grab a bite to eat for lunch in their elegant on-site cafe where you can sit looking out onto Sydney Gardens.  

Victoria Art Gallery, credit Andy Fletcher-360image Photography
Image - Victoria Art Gallery

Later, take a leisurely stroll through the city to the Jane Austen Centre, where visitors can delve into the life and literary legacy of one of Bath's most famous residents. 

Just a short walk away, discover Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein, which explores the fascinating story behind the pioneering author who spent time in Bath and was inspired to write one of the world's most enduring works of Gothic fiction. 

As evening falls, experience Evensong at Bath Abbey before enjoying a performance at the Theatre Royal Bath, or dine at The Pump Room whilst listening to their resident pianist.

The Pump Room Bath - Afternoon tea
Image - The Pump Room

Day Two – Over to Bristol, Britain's Creative City 

Travel to Bristol in just 12 minutes by Great Western Railway (GWR) train. 

Begin with a guided street art tour with Where The Wall, exploring the city that gave the world Banksy alongside works by internationally renowned and emerging artists. Conclude your street art experience with a stencilling spray-painting workshop with Graft at their HQ, which resides in a former police station in Bristol City Centre, and create your own masterpiece to take home as a souvenir.

One of the guides from the 'Where The Wall' street art tour in Nelson Street, central Bristol - credit Paul Box
Image - Where The Wall's street art tour 

Alternatively, if film and television are more your scene, Bristol is a UNESCO City of Film and home to The Bottle Yard Studios, BBC Studios, Channel 4's Creative Hub and the world-renowned Aardman Animations. The city has provided the backdrop for countless productions, including Sherlock, Rivals, Sex Education, The Forsytes and Doctor Who.

Join a guided filming locations walking tour to discover the streets, landmarks and hidden corners that have appeared on screen, while learning more about Bristol's thriving film and television industry. 

Bristol Rock & Roll Walking Tour, credit Yuup
Image - Bristol Film & TV walking tour

Continue to M Shed to discover Bristol's fascinating social, industrial and maritime history before making your way to Wapping Wharf, one of the city's most vibrant food and drink destinations on the historic harbourside. This unique neighbourhood is home to Cargo, a village of converted shipping containers filled with an eclectic mix of independent restaurants, cafés, bars and artisan retailers.

To gain an even deeper insight into Bristol's thriving food scene, join a guided experience with Food Tours of Bristol, where you'll sample delicious local produce while uncovering the stories behind some of the city's most celebrated independent businesses. 

Round off the day with an evening performance at Bristol Beacon, Bristol Old Vic or Tobacco Factory Theatres. 

Bristol Beacon main Beacon Hall with people in the audience from a stage perspective.
Image - Bristol Beacon

Highlights for Travel Trade 

This itinerary works particularly well for: 

  • Special interest cultural groups  

  • Arts societies  

  • Garden and heritage clubs  

  • Educational tours  

  • Premium FIT travellers  

  • Cruise extensions  

  • Small escorted groups  

Why it works 

Rather than focusing solely on heritage, this itinerary showcases the region's unique blend of 2,000 years of history and contemporary creativity.

Visitors can experience Roman Britain, Georgian elegance, world-class museums and galleries, internationally recognised street art, live music, theatre and independent creative communities—all within a compact region where journeys between the two cities take less than 15 minutes by rail. 

This combination of historic culture and modern creativity offers travel trade buyers a distinctive itinerary that goes beyond the traditional Bath-and-Stonehenge programme while remaining accessible, flexible and easy to package.