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Private Guided Tour of Canterbury City and Cathedral

New To The Site! Canterbury, England

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2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

On this exclusive private tour, you will discover over 2,000 years of Canterbury's incredible history with professional, fully qualified guides who are passionate about the city, with many stories to share with you!

First up your expert, local guide will lead you through the medieval lanes and narrow cobbled streets with their eclectic mix of historic timber buildings, pilgrim inns, and modern architecture, where you’ll hear the story of Thomas Becket's murder, Chaucer's pilgrims, Marlowe's suspicious death, and royal visits. Following the city tour, you will join your own private guide within the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral, where you will uncover 1400 years of history through its soaring architecture, glorious glass and stunning stonework. A truly breathtaking spectacle.

Please note, if you would like a short break between the tours, please contact us after booking, or let us know when we confirm your booking via the message centre.

What's Included

  • Entrance into Canterbury Cathedral
  • Private city tour of Canterbury with a qualified Guide
  • Private tour of Canterbury Cathedral with a qualified guide
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Butter Market
Canterbury CT1, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

The Buttermarket square

You will meet your guide here in the Buttermarket, site of historic pilgrim inns, the bull stake, a theatre and market hall, and home to the imposing Christ Church Gate entrance to the Cathedral.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Butchery Lane

A narrow, cobbled lane with a stunning view of the Cathedral's Bell Harry Tower. Also home to the The Roman Museum.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

High Street

See the Beaney Institute, a striking building that houses an art gallery, exhibitions, a library and the Visitor Information Centre plus the Eastbridge Hospital, a place of hospitality for the Pilgrims since 1190, known as the Hospital of St. Thomas. Today it is a museum.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kings Bridge

The Old Weavers' House, established 1500 AD, sits alongside the picturesque King's Bridge from where you can see the infamous ducking stool!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The King's Mile

Situated along Palace Street there are many historical timber-framed buildings. You might even see the locally named 'crooked house'!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Precincts

Explore the grounds of the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral as your route takes you on a journey through the Cathedral Precincts where you can visit the Cloisters, see the ruins of the old monastery, and the grounds of the famous King's School.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Canterbury Cathedral

Join your own private guide within the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral, where you will uncover 1400 years of history as you make your way around the awe-inspiring Perpendicular Gothic Nave, the atmospheric Crypt and the dazzling Trinity Chapel. You will also see the spot where Thomas Becket was murdered in 1170, leading Canterbury to become a famous destination for pilgrimage as told in Geoffrey Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Tour of Canterbury City and Cathedral?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-201070P5


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What's Included

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  • Entrance into Canterbury Cathedral
  • Private city tour of Canterbury with a qualified Guide
  • Private tour of Canterbury Cathedral with a qualified guide
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).

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