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Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

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Canterbury Tourist Guides Ltd
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Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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549 reviews

Explore the historic city of Canterbury on a guided walking tour. Hear tales of murder, ghosts, artists, and royalty from your guide as you stroll through the medieval lanes and Cathedral Precincts.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Ian – United Kingdom

Good duration at 90 minutes Our guide Naomi was great and went over by 5-10 minutes to finish the tour well.

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Lisa – United Kingdom

Alex, our guide, was exceptional! She was knowledgeable, interesting and clearly enjoys leading tours. After confirming we were all willing to carry on a bit longer, she added an extra 20 minutes or so to an already thorough tour. We’re very impressed and would recommend the tour to others.

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Highlights

  • Qualified guides with local knowledge to show you beyond the guide books
  • Access into the Cathedral grounds to see it up close & explore 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

Full description

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, the cloisters, and the grounds of the historic King's School.


All of the guides are professionall qualified Green Badge City Guides. They are local and passionate about the city of Canterbury, with many wonderful stories to tell!

Includes

  • 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)
  • Entry to attractions

Meeting point

Please meet your guide at the Buttermarket, outside the main Cathedral Gate. Guides wear a red sash and hold a placard. Please arrive a few minutes before the tour start time.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Video recording

Know before you go

  • 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
  • Routes vary slightly with each guide and may be varied at short notice due to access restrictions. Access within the Cathedral Precincts is subject to change at short notice.
  • Private guided tours are also available for small groups up to 10 people at a cost of £150 (Available for advance bookings only).
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4.8 /5
4.8 out of 5 stars

based on 549 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Ian – United KingdomJuly 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Good duration at 90 minutes Our guide Naomi was great and went over by 5-10 minutes to finish the tour well.
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Lisa – United KingdomJuly 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Alex, our guide, was exceptional! She was knowledgeable, interesting and clearly enjoys leading tours. After confirming we were all willing to carry on a bit longer, she added an extra 20 minutes or so to an already thorough tour. We’re very impressed and would recommend the tour to others.

Response from provider

July 14, 2025

Thank you for your lovely comments which we will pass on to Alex. She will be delighted to hear how much you enjoyed the tour, as are we :)

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Nancy – United StatesJune 29, 2025 – Verified booking
Adrian lead us on a wonderful walk around Canterbury. He was informative and interesting! We would heartily recommend him and the tour!

Response from provider

July 7, 2025

Thank you for your lovely comments which we will pass on to Adrian. We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your tour of Canterbury.

Product ID: 409219

Activity provider:
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