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Official Canterbury Guided Walking Tour - 11.00 Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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. Our tours are the official tours of the city, and the only tours to include access to the magnificent Cathedral's Precincts.

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.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Carer Policy: We extend our concessionary rate to guests with a disability. Free entry is offered to carers accompanying those with a disability. To book a daily tour online, please book your concessionary place. Let us know you will be bringing a carer with you (no carer ticket will be required on arrival)

At the guide's discretion, well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Fully qualified Green Badge Canterbury City Guide

Children's Activity Sheet & History Trail - Ask your guide on arrival

A tour of the central city lanes, plus the famous Cathedral Precincts (grounds)

Entry to attractions

What To Expect

Our professional Green Badge Guides will bring history to life as they take you on a 90-minute journey through the medieval lanes, the Cathedral Precincts and grounds of the historic King's School, regaling you with tales of murder and ghosts plus of course the many famous historical characters, writers and artists who have lived here or visited in the past. * Wander through the medieval streets and discover its very often bloody past! * See the largest medieval gateway in England, explore the precincts of Canterbury Cathedral, and its fascinating story. * Find out about Canterbury's colourful characters - Becket, Chaucer, Marlowe. All the Kings & Queens that have passed through our gates. Pilgrims, plague to peasants' revolts, and much much more! Come and join the Official Canterbury Guided Tour! Daily at 11am, additional 2pm tour April - October plus seasonal holidays. ---- 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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Official Canterbury Guided Walking Tour - 11.00 Tour

Reviews

4.84

385 reviews

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  • Great knowledge and...

    Elyse S,

    Sep 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great knowledge and entertaining anecdotes. Jane was the best even in a downpour!! Viator Tours are always great! Highly recommend.

  • Brilliant tour English history, highlights and fun important details

    Vance h,

    Sep 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    More British history in two hours than I learned in my crappy public schools. Terrific hands-on experience of old English history, simply wonderful in every respect.

  • great experience, highly...

    vibz90,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    great experience, highly recommend, knowledgeable and entertaining guide. I do believe we need more like this in other cities.

  • Perfect introduction to Canterbury.

    Adrian A,

    Sep 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Karen was an excellent guide who gave us a real insight into the history and growth of Canterbury. Exactly what I wanted, and I could have listened to her for hours.

  • Canterbury historical highlights

    Samantha M,

    Sep 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    An easy walk around the historic sights in Canterbury. Our guide Bob was very knowledgeable and provided lots of interesting commentary along the way. Definitely recommend this tour.

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