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Explore the historic city of Canterbury on this entertaining guided walking tour. Hear tales of murder, pilgrims and plague as your guide leads you through the medieval lanes and Cathedral Precincts.

◆ Canterbury ◆ United Kingdom ◆ Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr ◆ Canterbury Cathedral ◆ Northern Europe ◆ England ◆ Great Britain ◆ South East England ◆ Kent ◆ Europe ◆

Description

Canterbury: Daily Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

From medieval lanes and pilgrim inns to the majestic Cathedral's Precincts, travel back in time as your guide regales you with stories and reveals how the city has evolved over the years on this 90-minute guided walking tour. Meet your guide in central Canterbury in the historic Buttermarket, site of historic pilgrim inns, from where you will walk through the narrow cobbled lanes with their timber-framed buildings and see magnificent views toward the Cathedral. Admire the Crooked House, the Old Weavers' House and infamous ducking stool, and Eastbridge Hospital, a place of hospitality for pilgrims since 1190. You’ll also see more modern architecture such as the Marlowe Theatre and its very own moving statue. Journey around the outside of the Cathedral, and where possible see the ruins of the old monastery and the grounds of the historic King's School. All of the guides are professionally qualified Green Badge City Guides. They are local and passionate about the city of Canterbury, with many wonderful stories to tell! Please note the tour does not go inside the Cathedral, but visits the grounds. Access to the Cathedral Precincts is subject to change.

What's included

Tour of the central city lanes and Cathedral Precincts (grounds)
Green Badge city guide
Children's activity sheet and history trail (ask your guide on arrival)

Exclusions

Entry to attractions
Entry into the Cathedral

Highlights

Go beyond the guidebooks with qualified guides who have local knowledge
Explore the Cathedral grounds up close and discover the surroundings
Explore the narrow cobbled lanes with their historical timber-framed buildings
Hear the dramatic stories of Canterbury's colourful characters
Discover the city's amazing history through interesting facts, anecdotes & tales

Additional Information

Although there are no steps or hills, please note that many of the pavements are narrow and uneven
Tours go ahead in all weather - rain, wind, sun and snow! (Unless there has been an official weather warning to stay indoors). Please dress appropriately for the weather
These daily tours are conducted in English
At the guide's discretion, visitors are welcome to bring a well-behaved dog on a short lead (Please contact us in advance where possible if you intend to bring your dog)
Routes vary slightly with each guide and may be varied at short notice due to access restrictions. Access to and within the Cathedral Precincts is subject to change at short notice
Private guided tours are available for small groups up to 10 people at a cost of £160 (Available for advance bookings only)
Children 5 and under are free. No ticket required

Reviews

863 Reviews

Sep/15/2026 20:14:35

Peter - United Kingdom () Sep/15/2026 20:14:35

I have been on many tours and this was one of the best in years. Pauline had us riveted from start to finish. Really excellent.

Sep/11/2026 15:26:51

GetYourGuide traveler - Germany () Sep/11/2026 15:26:51

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Sep/10/2026 06:43:06

Richard - United Kingdom () Sep/10/2026 06:43:06

Charley, our guide, was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and engaging throughout our 90 min walking tour of the centre of Canterbury and the Cathedral precincts, pointing out all the great historic sites with a wealth of local knowledge. Only question.... Who's bust is it in the window? 😁

Sep/09/2026 08:47:25