The story of Agatha Christie’s extraordinary life

Even if you’ve never read an Agatha Christie novel or watched one of her plays, it doesn’t matter!

About The Tour

A Fascinating Insight Into Agatha Christie’s Life

Even if you’ve never read an Agatha Christie novel or watched one of her plays, it doesn’t matter! 

This award winning tour is one of the best things to do on the English Riviera and tells the story of her extraordinary life. How she overcame personal and professional challenges to become the world’s best selling novelist. We follow the stunning English Riviera coastline whilst conveying the story of her life and her incredible achievements.

  • Sit next to Agatha on her bench
  • Commit a crime in front of Agatha’s bust!
  • Hear about Agatha’s life growing up in Torquay
  • Walk along the pier where Agatha roller skated with her friends and stand on the exact spot where she stood 125 years ago
  • Visit the place where Agatha discovered the retired Belgian Inspector who inspired Hercule Poirot.
  • With the help of a few props, be prepared to be transformed into Poirot and Miss Marple!

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The story of Agatha Christie’s extraordinary life

Join us for a captivating journey through Torquay, exploring the places that shaped Agatha Christie’s extraordinary life. Tours depart at 10:00am from the Visitor Information Centre, Vaughan Parade, Torquay TQ2 5JG. 

How to Book

  • Select an available date (marked in green) from the calendar below.
  • Complete your details on the booking form next to the calendar.
  • You’ll receive an email confirming your booking.
  • Book early to secure your spot.
  • Please review our terms and conditions
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  • Time (Start)

    10:00 am

  • Cost

    £20.00 per person; £10.00 for under 18's, Under 5's go free

  • Walk Info

    2 ½ - 3 hours

  • Terrain

    Flat easy walking with a few steps

  • Nearest Bus Stop

    Outside Golden Palms amusements on Cary Parade

  • Nearest Parking

    Torquay Marina (TQ2 5EQ), Fleet walk (TQ2 5EA), Beacon Quay (TQ1 2BG)

Reviews

Testimonials

Read just some of the 600+ glowing reviews from our delighted customers!

If you are ever in Torquay, do it. Otherwise you'll truly miss out on something. Graham is a fantastic, extraordinary tour guide.

Dorothee Our Customer

I loved every minute. I now have a new appreciation of her talent and work. Recommend without hesitation.

Roya Our Customer

We love Graham. Book his Agatha tour, you won't be sorry.

Steffi Our Customer

I cannot recommend this tour enough


Stephanie Our Customer

I‘ve done many city tours in my life, this was clearly in my Top 3!

Maik Our Customer

frequently asked questions

Yes, there are seating options (benches, walls) at various along the Agatha Christie and Fawlty Towers routes. But these are less frequent for the other walking routes.

The routes used for For both the Agatha Christie tour and Fawlty Tours experience are flat, paved and steps can be avoided. The other tours include steps and the terrain is uneven, so these are not suitable for guests with walking disabilities.

Yes.please email: guide@englishrivierawalkingtours.co.uk or call 07414 777 606 with details of where and when you’d like to walk and we’ll aim to fulfil your requirements.

Comfortable walking shoes are essential. Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately – there’s no such thing as bad weather!
It’s preferable you bring your own food and drink, or purchase from shops during the tour.
Yes, there are public toilets on all walks
The minimum number is 1 and the maximum is 30.

 

It’s very rare to cancel a tour. The first option is to offer a new date or time. If this doesn’t work for our guest, then a full refund will be arranged if payment has been made.

If a guest cancels their tour, at least 12 hours notice must be given to receive a full refund. No refund will be made if less than 12 hours notice is provided.

Yes. All walks must be pre-booked either using the on-line booking form, or email: guide@englishrivierawalkingtours.co.uk or call: 07414 777 606.
Cash or credit card are accepted – payment should be made to the tour guide on the day.

Torquay Marina (TQ2 5EQ), Fleet walk (TQ2 5EA) and Beacon Quay (TQ1 2BG)

For the Babbacombe’s Tales of the Unexpected walk use Princes Street (TQ1 3LW), Walls Hill Road (TQ1 3LZ) and St Marychurch (TQ1 3LA)

The tours are intended to be educational and entertaining. They’re more likely to be appreciated by children at secondary school. Children aged 16 and under can join the tour providing they’re accompanied by an adult.

Yes, well behaved dogs on short leads for the duration of the walk are permitted.

Yes - the Agatha Christie and Fawlty Towers tours are both paved and flat. There are a few steps, but they can be avoided if required. We walk at a steady pace to make the experience as comfortable as possible.

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