Canterbury Tours

Canterbury Guided Tours provide entertaining 90-minute tours for visitors to the historic city of Canterbury. From medieval lanes and pilgrim inns to the majestic Cathedral's Precincts, our tours will transport you back in time, regaling you with stories and revealing how the city has evolved over the years. Founded in 1948, Canterbury Tourist Guides Ltd is an independent company devoted to conducting guided walking tours of the highest quality in Canterbury. All our guides hold city Green Badges, having completed the accredited training course and passed the relevant examinations set by the Institute of Tourist Guiding. **Please also see our Themed Tours - next one is Canterbury's Christmas on 4th Dec. See our Canterbury Tourist Guides page for details.**

See the best of Canterbury in a short space of time with this guided tour around its Cathedral precincts and medieval lanes. No need to worry about navigating as a guide leads the way and keeps you entertained with stories of famous historical figures, writers, artists, and even the city’s hauntings.

Say no to research and route planning and yes to a journey through over 2,000 years of Canterbury history when you book this small-group walking tour with an accredited guide. See the medieval Westgate, the Marlowe Theatre, the Christ Church Gate and St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, and learn about everyone from playwrights to Romans. Please note: this is a sightseeing tour and entrance fees are not included.

Learn a new skill and make a completely unique ring that you can wear and treasure forever. You are encouraged to make your design unique with patterns, textures and personalised stamps.

Visit the English Cathedral City of Canterbury’, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to Canterbury Cathedral,you will not be disappointed.  • Enjoy a Hassle Free pick up from Dover Cruise Terminal • Transportation back to your Central London Hotel/ Accommodation • The Cathedral has been present since 597 AD  • Family Friendly • Duration 6 Hours including travel time

Enjoy your very own private guided tour of Canterbury with your family or group of friends. Canterbury Guided Tours will take you on an entertaining 90-minute walking tour of the highest quality with an expert Guide, thrilling you with stories and gruesome history! From medieval lanes and pilgrim inns to the majestic Cathedral's Precincts, our tours will transport you back in time, regaling you with stories and revealing how the city has evolved over the years. Our city tour is the only walking tour that includes access to the Cathedral Precincts. You will be led by your own highly qualified Green Badge City Guide, all of whom are accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guiding. If you have a particular interest, from architecture, gardens or the Medieval period, or you're simply with a young family, our Guides can tailor your tour*. English, French and German language tours available. * Subject to notice being given. Please contact us.

During the middle ages, Canterbury was considered as a pilgrimage site. Canterbury Cathedral is the headquarters of the Church of England, featuring Gothic and Romanesque architecture. Explore the ancient city walls, originally built by the Romans, encircle its medieval centre with the town's narrow medieval alleyways, riverside gardens, and timber-framed houses. Take this tour to enjoy a day out in Canterbury and explore the most significant historic places, particularly the world-famous St. Augustine's Abbey, St Martin's Church, and Canterbury Castle that are included in the World Heritage Site.

Chaucer, murderers, pilgrims, actors, witches. Canterbury is not simply a city of pleasant coffee-shops and quaint gardens. The shady corners and ancient buildings conceal stories, mysteries, and speculation. This will be a whistle-stop and anecdotal tour of one of the most famous cities in England. Walk in the footsteps of the medieval pilgrims, who flocked to see the shrine of St Thomas Becket. Along the way, you will pick up some quirky facts and – importantly – some eating and drinking tips! The total walking distance is about 2km and takes just over half an hour without stopping. The VoiceMap app uses your location to trigger each part of the walk automatically. So, relax, enjoy exploring and feel free to pause the tour at any point!

Explore historic Canterbury and the surrounding countryside as we take you around our city’s most beautiful and well-known icons. Discover the city's secrets and stories on a unique sight-running journey. We'll run along the old city walls to the four corners of the city and through hundreds of years of stories. In just an hour you'll see and learn all about the key historic and cultural sites Canterbury has to offer, as well as discovering some of the city's many secrets. Your guide will be happy to answer any questions you may have or even take a detour to show you something that may be of interest to the group. The tour is suitable for all levels of runner, from beginner to expert. We will run at whichever pace feels most comfortable for the group and nobody gets left behind. Our tours contain frequent stops so you will most likely be able to run further and faster than you would on your usual run.

Explore  the World Heritage Site of Canterbury with an expert local guide. I'm a fully qualified "Blue Badge" Guide, with two degrees and have lived in Canterbury for over 20 years. This is a private walking  tour lasting approximately three hours. Follow in the footsteps of Thomas Becket and the pilgrims made famous in Geoffrey Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales". Let me take you to the centre of it all with a private tour of Canterbury Cathedral. Here at first hand, you will see, amongst its many delights, the most beautiful stained glass panels going back to the 12th Century. Include a stop at one of Canterbury's many charming cafes. Canterbury is less than an hour away by train from St Pancras Station in London.

Take a stroll through one of the most visited cities in England. Canterbury attracts tourists and pilgrims from all over the world. Canterbury Cathedral, St. Augustine Abbey and St. Martin's Church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city has preserved very valuable historical sites. Did you know that the city has the oldest continuously operating school in the world? When was Canterbury City Wall Built? What's special about Christ Church Gateway? Why did Canterbury Cathedral become the capital of the Anglican Church? A local charismatic guide will introduce you to interesting historical facts. Visit one of England's oldest and most magnificent cathedrals. Take a stroll through the exclusive downtown Canterbury Cory. Admire the unique architecture of the city. You will feel the coziness and charm of this exclusive city. This is a great walking tour with a qualified guide.

Book making is a wonderful, hands on skill that anyone can learn. You'll take creative control over how you design and make your own book with some easy to learn techniques and simple, traditional tools you could have at home. You'll create a beautiful book of your own in the peace and tranquility of my studio by the sea and feel inspired to use it as a gift or to fill with your own words, photos and art work.

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic in Canterbury. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Canterbury. You will feel spellbound with a charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Canterbury. Get in the mood for Christmas and stock up on some festive goodies at Canterbury's Christmas Market! What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Canterbury. .

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is so special about the Canterbury Cathedral?What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What's worth knowing about Howletts Wild Animal Park and Grove Ferry Picnic Site? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

We are the only yoga school in Whitstable offering yoga classes on the beach for Whitstable's famous sunsets. The exact location and timing can be tailored to your requirements, but we normally head away from the town centre to get some space and peace! All of our teachers hold a YMCA level 3 diploma in yoga teaching, and have at least 3 years teaching experience. We'll bring refreshments, yoga mats if required and of course some relaxing music.

The only way to really experience Canterbury and its historic surroundings is by bicycle. Surrounded by wide and safe bicycle paths and beautiful places to enjoy riding. We are the only bike hire company located in central Canterbury. Our bikes are commercial grade and have air-less tires and internal gears so you won't break down.