Need a walking map or a tourist guide of Tunbridge Wells?
You are in the right place. View and download our guides to plan your visit to Tunbridge Wells below. Alternatively, you can find physical copies at our Tourist Information Points.
Royal Tunbridge Wells:
- Guides to Royal Tunbridge Wells
- The Tunbridge Wells Circular Walk
- More walking guides
- Where to purchase maps in Tunbridge Wells
- Car parking map
Around the Tunbridge Wells borough:
Guides to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Visit Tunbridge Wells Mini Guide (pdf) – a useful tourism leaflet with maps of Royal Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding Wealden countryside. There is also information on the history of the town, major attractions and other amazing things to do and see.
Heritage Walking Trail (pdf) – This leaflet contains a lovely walk around the historic buildings of the town and facts about the events that happened in Royal Tunbridge Wells over 400 years ago.
The Tunbridge Wells Circular Walk.
The TW Circular walk is 27.5 miles long and as you’d expect circles the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells. There are 4 leaflets which provide you with a map and fascinating facts for 4 different sections of the walk. These sections all start and finish in the centre of the town, hence the sum of the 4 walks is longer than 27.5 miles. The shorter routes vary in length as shown below.
More walking guides.
These are two excellent walking guides for The Commons near Royal Tunbridge Wells. The Commons are jewels in the Royal town’s crown along with the parks, we are very lucky to have a green urban landscape.
Tunbridge Wells Common Walking Trail (pdf) and the Rusthall Common Walking Trail (pdf) – These brochures provide a map and a little information about what you might see on your rambles.
Dunorlan Park (pdf) – This leaflet includes a map of the beautiful Dunorlan Park and everything that it has to offer to visitors.
Tours and sightseeing
You can also take a drive round the borough on a self guided scenic tour or listen to the free audio app as you wander round the historic royal town. Guided tours include Blue Badge Guides, taking you through the history of Tunbridge Wells or curator talks at the Amelia Scott, our local museum. We also have attraction tours – take yourself on a vineyard tour or a tour of a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation sanctuary.
Where to purchase walking and cycling maps.
Maps and visitor guides are also available to purchase from Waterstones in Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Navigating the picturesque countryside and exploring the scenic trails is made easy. Whether you’re seeking a leisurely stroll through the enchanting parks or embarking on a more challenging trek across the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, these maps provide essential details on trails, landmarks, and points of interest. Additionally, many guides feature insightful tips on the best routes, historical background, and natural highlights, ensuring that walkers can make the most of their exploration.
Car parking map.
If you are planning on travelling around Tunbridge Wells by car, this Tunbridge Wells Parking Map will help you find a suitable place to park in the town centre.
Explore the Borough’s History.
- On the Wealden Church Trail (pdf) – This guide provides a tour around the churches in the area. It’s a great way to explore the rolling hills and downland as well as exquisite English villages at their quaintest!
- Smugglers Trail (pdf) – This leaflet offers information about the Hawkhurst Gang and offers an interesting trail around the village which includes historical facts about the heritage of Hawkhurst.
- Discover Cranbook 2016 (pdf) is about the thriving, historic town of Cranbrook.
- The Visit Cranbrook leaflet (pdf) has details about the popular and creative events as well as a heritage trail which can be undertaken on foot.
- Cranbrook and Beyond (pdf) provides further details about the bustling shops, events and a heritage trail which can be undertaken on foot.
Digital walking & cycling maps.
All the Tunbridge Wells borough walks mapped out by Explore Kent can be found on the Kent Connected app. It is an easy way to enjoy walks with a GPS map.
You can also find more digital maps on the All Trails app.
