Tour guides England

5 ideas for guided tours in England

• The Lake District Park

  

  If wide open landscapes speak to you, Lake District Park is likely to win you over from the very first moments. Set in northern England, not far from Hadrian’s Wall and just a few kilometers from Scotland, this peaceful stretch of countryside draws hikers, dreamers, and anyone in search of quiet.

  Gentle hills roll into shimmering lakes, and each day brings its own discoveries. Sunrise hikes, cycling adventures, canyoning for the daring, or a sailing trip across Lake Windermere—there’s something for everyone. Prefer a slower pace? A tranquil cruise on Ullswater Lake feels like time standing still. When evening falls, the local pubs open their doors wide, serving home-brewed ales alongside hearty, steaming dishes.

• Bath

  

  In the south of England lies Bath, a city that leaves no one unmoved. The moment you arrive, you feel time flows differently here. Cobbled streets, honey-colored facades, quiet little squares… everything seems calm, unhurried. No surprise it’s been on the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1987.

  It’s also a city steeped in history, though never overwhelming. The Roman baths are still standing, and the hot springs keep flowing as if nothing had ever changed. For those who enjoy a moment to themselves, try the Thermae Bath Spa: you float somewhere between past and present. And for an even softer pause, the Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa feels like a world apart (an English countryside escape, right in the heart of the city).

• Hastings

  

  Just over an hour and a half by train from London, Hastings is ready to welcome you. It’s a town caught between two worlds: the sea on one side, the countryside on the other. Set in East Sussex, it keeps a raw kind of charm, with its cliffs, unruly beaches, and pockets of greenery filled with fresh air.

  What makes Hastings truly special, though, is its history. The Battle of 1066 is often mentioned, but here it doesn’t feel like a distant event (there’s still something in the air, an echo of the past). Wandering through, you come across old houses, quiet lanes, and that lingering sense that time has decided to slow down. A town on a human scale, slightly out of time, where slowing the pace feels natural.

• York

  

  Heading north into Yorkshire, you’ll come across York, a city full of character, where history still feels embedded in the walls. Climb the old ramparts and it all makes sense: the view is stunning, and everywhere around you, the past is alive.

  The Jorvik Viking Centre is well worth a visit. It’s not a typical museum: you walk through a recreated Viking neighborhood, complete with sounds, smells, and details… almost as if you’d stepped back in time. Then stop by Clifford’s Tower, standing proudly on its mound. And to wrap up the day, head to a local pub around Goodramgate. It’s lively, unpretentious, and warm—the kind of place where you quickly feel at home.

• Prehistoric remains of Stonehenge

  

  A few kilometers from Salisbury, in the heart of Wiltshire, stand the enigmatic stones of Stonehenge. Majestic and silent, they have defied time and certainty for thousands of years.

  Brought from the Preseli Hills in Wales, they were transported and set in place with a precision that remains a mystery. What did they truly represent? Which beliefs were they tied to? No one can say for sure. But with a passionate guide by your side, each stone and every detail becomes a gateway to the imagination, turning the visit into something almost mystical.