The Condensed Canterbury Tour | 1 hour

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Reproduction historical images and objects.
  • Entry to any attractions including Canterbury Cathedral and its precincts.

Overview

Our condensed (but content packed!) 60 minute walking tours are perfect for those on a brief visit to Canterbury, but still looking for an introduction to all of the history and culture Canterbury has to offer. Come with us and explore the rich history of this amazing city with CT Tours. With your dedicated and accredited tour guide, you will experience over 2000 years of Canterbury's history from ancient settlers to the present day!

Itinerary

  • 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!

    5 minutes

  • Statue of Geoffrey Chaucer

    Learn more about the man who wrote the most famous book about Canterbury, 'The Canterbury Tales'.

    5 minutes

  • 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!

    5 minutes

  • 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.

    5 minutes

  • 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.

    5 minutes

  • 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!

    5 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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June 19100% refund
June 20No refund

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Reviews

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One hour tour jam packed with interest and lots of fun

Published on Jan, 2025

Sam, our guide, was just GREAT. He made Canterbury come to life for us. He showed us interesting places we surely would have missed, and also told us about great people beyond kings and queens. I am a big Christopher Marlowe fan, but Sam told us interesting tales of which I had been unaware. Lots more, but I won't disclose here because people should take this very interesting tour for themselves.

One hour tour jam packed with interest and lots of fun

Published on Jan, 2025

Sam, our guide, was just GREAT. He made Canterbury come to life for us. He showed us interesting places we surely would have missed, and also told us about great people beyond kings and queens. I am a big Christopher Marlowe fan, but Sam told us interesting tales of which I had been unaware. Lots more, but I won't disclose here because people should take this very interesting tour for themselves.

Very nice tour. Would do again

Published on Jul, 2024

Hello. - I have lost my details for my old tripadvisor account. Please help me log in again. It worked last time I used it now it says account not found. Please email me so I can recover old details for my account. Yours. Angela R. Goodman I visited the tour with my friends it was nice and I would like to return

Very nice tour. Would do again

Published on Jul, 2024

Hello. - I have lost my details for my old tripadvisor account. Please help me log in again. It worked last time I used it now it says account not found. Please email me so I can recover old details for my account. Yours. Angela R. Goodman I visited the tour with my friends it was nice and I would like to return

Great concise tour!

Published on Jul, 2023

Had a fabulous hour learning about Canterbury, Kit Marlowe, and Thomas Becket (and more). Very enjoyable guide who was a student at the university and decided to stay. He was so helpful and gave great information. Husband and I and two teens. Would recommend!!

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