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Private Guided Walking Tour of Canterbury

19 Reviews 4.74 out of 5 stars Based on 19 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Canterbury, England

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Enjoy your very own private guided tour of Canterbury with your family or group of friends. We 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 official 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, simply send a message once you have booked so our Guides can tailor your tour to your interests.

English, French and German language tours available.
Summer evening tours available!

What's Included

  • Walking tour of central city streets and Cathedral Precincts (exterior, not inside)
  • Your own personal fully qualified Green Badge Canterbury City Guide
  • Entrance to any attractions
  • Entrance to Cathedral not included
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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.

End point

High Street
Canterbury CT1, UK

Most tours will finish in the High Street, however your Guide will be happy to escort you to another central location if more convenient for you

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What To Expect

Canterbury (Pass By)

Enjoy a private tour with your own dedicated, expert Green Badge City Guide, exploring the narrow cobbled lanes of central Canterbury with its eclectic mix of historic buildings; from pilgrim inns and medieval timber-framed houses, to the modern theatre.In addition you will enter the Cathedral Precincts where you'll walk around the exterior of the magnificent Cathedral, through its cloisters and past the old monastery, possibly also stopping to see the prestigious and historic King's School.During your tour you will hear stories of some of the famous people who are connected with the city, from literary greats such as Chaucer and Marlowe, to the Royal Family, and of course, Saint Thomas Becket.This tour is a fantastic introduction to the wonderful, historic city of Canterbury.Please note on booking, we will need to contact you via email to provide you with contact details for your Guide. Please look out for messages via the TripAdvisor messaging service.
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The Buttermarket square

Meet your guide here, at the 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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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercery Lane

A narrow medieval lane with overhanging timber buildings, offering a tantalising first glimpse of the Cathedral to the many thousands of pilgrims visiting the city.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Precincts

See the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral as our route takes you on a journey through the Cathedral Precincts and past ruins of the old monastery, through the cloisters and into the grounds of the prestigious King's School* *Where possible. Please note routes may be varied at short notice, and access within the Cathedral Precincts and King's School grounds is subject to change.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The King's Mile

Situated along Palace Street there are many historical timber-framed buildings. Don't miss the opportunity to photograph the locally named 'crooked house'!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

High Street

Home to the striking building of the Beaney; art gallery, libary and information centre, the Eastbridge Hospital, and the The Old Weavers' House, established 1500 AD, which sits alongside the picturesque King's Bridge from where you can see the infamous ducking stool!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options 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 Walking Tour of Canterbury?

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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  • Walking tour of central city streets and Cathedral Precincts (exterior, not inside)
  • Your own personal fully qualified Green Badge Canterbury City Guide
  • Entrance to any attractions
  • Entrance to Cathedral not included

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are 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
  • Late Arrivals - please contact your guide if running late. (You will be sent your guide's contact details in advance). Your guide reserves the right to shorten or cancel the tour for very late arrivals.

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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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