The Condensed Canterbury Tour
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Duration 1 hour
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Small Group Tour
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Accredited Tour Guide
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Reproduction Historical Images
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Wheelchair Accessible
Explore 2000 years of Canterbury's rich history in a concise 60-minute walking tour, perfect for brief visits to this historic city.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Reproduction historical images and objects.
Excluded
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Entry to any attractions including canterbury cathedral and its precincts.
Explore 2000 years of Canterbury's rich history in a concise 60-minute walking tour, perfect for brief visits to this historic city.
Highlights
- Explore over 2000 years of Canterbury's history
- Learn about the man behind 'The Canterbury Tales'
- Discover the largest surviving medieval city gate in the UK
- Uncover the eventful life of Christopher Marlowe
- Experience the rich history of St. Thomas of Canterbury Church
Meeting Point
18 High St, Canterbury CT1 2RA , United Kingdom
What to expect
The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge
We start our tour from outside The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge, conveniently located in the centre of the city and with facilities to use before the tour begins!
Statue of Geoffrey Chaucer
Learn more about the man who wrote the most famous book about Canterbury, 'The Canterbury Tales'.
Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint
The largest surviving medieval city gate in the UK was built in a turbulent time, we will discover the multiple methods of attack and defence that made this the most innovative tower of its time. Plus, a story worthy of its very own short film!
The Marlowe Theatre
Passing by this fantastic modern structure, we will learn about the eventful life of Christopher Marlowe and the influence of the written word on the city of Canterbury.
Christ Church Gate
Completed to commemorate a Tudor prince and his Spanish bride, but not the prince you might be thinking of! Plus, the surprising changes to the gate over time.
St. Thomas of Canterbury Church
Thomas Becket. The full story of the most known man to not come from Canterbury, but become arguably the biggest figure in the city's history!
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Visit The Beaney for pre-tour snacks.
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Check out local shops on High Street.
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Explore nearby Canterbury Cathedral later.
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Enjoy coffee at a café near Westgate Towers.
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Take a stroll along the river post-tour.
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