Stonehenge & Bath Day Trip from London with Entry Tickets

Summary

Stonehenge sunrise quiet then Bath’s golden stone streets

You’ll start your day chasing early morning quiet at Stonehenge before wandering through Bath’s golden streets and Roman history. Hear stories from your guide as you cross rolling countryside, enjoy priority entry tickets, and have free time to explore Bath’s cafes or museums at your own pace. It’s one of those days that lingers long after you’re back in London.

What’s the experience like?

I never thought I’d be shivering outside a London bus stop before sunrise, clutching coffee and wondering if I should’ve brought another layer. But that’s how our Stonehenge & Bath day trip started—bleary-eyed, half-awake, but kind of excited. Our guide, Tom, had this gentle way of telling stories that made the drive out of London feel less like a commute and more like settling into something. The city faded quick, and suddenly it was all foggy fields and sheep blinking at us through the mist. I kept thinking: is this really how close Stonehenge is? It always seemed so far away in my head.

We reached Stonehenge just as the gates opened. There was this weird hush—like everyone around us felt they should whisper. The air smelled faintly of wet grass and earth (my shoes got soaked instantly). Tom pointed out some burial mounds in the distance; I’d never noticed them in photos before. Standing near those stones, you can actually feel the cold in your bones, but it’s not uncomfortable—it just makes you pay attention. I tried to imagine people dragging these rocks here thousands of years ago… honestly, it’s hard to picture. We wandered the path slowly, barely talking except for someone behind me muttering about their camera battery dying already.

After warming up on the bus again (thank god for heated seats), we drove through Somerset towards Bath. The countryside rolled by—patchwork fields, hedgerows, flashes of yellow rapeseed if you looked quick enough. Tom told us about Roman baths and Jane Austen without sounding like a textbook; he even admitted he’d never finished Pride & Prejudice (“Don’t tell my mum,” he joked). When we finally arrived in Bath, sunlight hit those honey-colored buildings just right—I didn’t expect it to feel so open and light after London’s gray.

I joined Tom’s walking tour for a bit—the Royal Crescent is bigger than it looks online—and then wandered off to find coffee. The smell of fresh bread from a bakery pulled me down a side street where an old woman nodded at me as she arranged pastries (I bought two). You get about two and a half hours in Bath; enough time to see the Roman Baths or just sit by the Abbey watching people go by. I ended up doing both somehow. Still think about that view from Pulteney Bridge when the light caught the river just so…you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit Stonehenge and Bath city

• Depart early from London
• Arrive at Stonehenge at opening
• Explore Stonehenge and visitor center
• Drive through Wiltshire countryside
• Arrive in Bath city
• Optional walking tour of Bath
• Free time to visit Bath Abbey and attractions
• Return to London

Top questions

How long do you spend at Stonehenge on this tour?

The tour includes 90 minutes at Stonehenge with priority admission.

Is there free time in Bath during this day trip?

Yes, you’ll have around 2.5 hours of free time to explore Bath after an optional walking tour.

Does this tour include entry tickets to Stonehenge?

Yes, full admission tickets to Stonehenge are included in the price.

What time does the tour return to London?

The group usually arrives back in London around 6pm.

Are hotel pickups included on this tour?

No, you meet at a central meeting point in London; hotel pickups are not provided.

Can children join this day trip?

Yes, children aged 4 and above can join but must be accompanied by an adult.

Is there commentary or guidance during travel?

Yes, there is live commentary from your guide throughout the journey.

What attractions can I visit in Bath during free time?

You can visit places like the Roman Baths, Jane Austen Centre, Royal Crescent or Bath Abbey during your stay.

What’s included

Your day covers roundtrip transport from central London with live commentary from your guide along scenic routes through Somerset and Wiltshire. Priority admission tickets for Stonehenge are included so you skip lines and have plenty of time to explore both the monument and its visitor center museum before heading on to Bath for an optional guided walk plus several hours of free time before returning to London early evening.