Wells, United Kingdom

Photography Tour in Wells

The best photos of Wells aren't at the obvious landmarks. The real magic is in the side streets, the reflected light, the unexpected angles that only reveal themselves to those exploring on foot.

England's smallest city, dominated by a magnificent Gothic cathedral with a medieval moated bishop's palace.

Top Photography Tour Spots

•Wells Cathedral — a Gothic cathedral with a West Front of over 300 medieval sculptures and dramatic scissor arches
•Bishop's Palace — a moated medieval palace with gardens, where swans ring a bell for feeding
•Vicars' Close — a 14th-century street of terraced houses for cathedral clergy, remarkably intact

Hidden Photography Tour Gems

•The Bishop's Palace moat — swans have been trained to ring a bell at the gatehouse when they want to be fed
•St Cuthbert's Church — the largest parish church in Somerset, with a fine painted wooden ceiling

Frequently Asked Questions

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roamee's photography tour of Wells takes you to the most photogenic spots — iconic viewpoints plus hidden locations with unique angles that most photographers miss.

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roamee curates a walking route through Wells's most photogenic locations with tips on the best time of day, angles, and compositions for each spot.

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roamee's photography tour includes the best sunset viewpoints in Wells — with golden hour timing tips and walking directions to reach each spot.

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