Private Tour
Private Guided Walking Tour of Canterbury
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Your own personal fully qualified Green Badge Canterbury City Guide
Walking tour of central city streets and Cathedral Precincts (exterior, not inside)
Entrance to any attractions
Entrance to Cathedral not included
What To Expect
Canterbury
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.
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.
Options
Private Small Group - French
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Private Small Group - German
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Private Small Group - English
Private tour for your group: Bespoke tour for your family or small group up to 10 people. For 2 people, please select the 'Private Tour for 2' option.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Private Tour For 2 - English
Bespoke tour for 2 people
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Enjoy a personalized tour for just the two of you!
City lanes & Cathedral grounds
Private Tour for 2 - German
Private bespoke tour for 2
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
City lanes & Cathedral grounds
Private Tour For 2 - French
Private bespoke tour for 2
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
City lanes & Cathedral grounds
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An excellent tour of historic Canterbury
Madsenpringle,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a private guided tour of 90 minutes with our guide, Kevin. Kevin was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging even though it rained heavily most of the time! We had a good look around the cathedral with many interesting stories to make history come alive, then we ventured out on to the nearby streets where we heard the story behind several old houses and statues. Finally, we ended up the pub where we were booked in to eat later that evening. Thank you Kevin for showing us some of the rich history of Canterbury.
Guide with good local...
Ellen B,
May 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide with good local knowledge and able to tell the history in an interesting way. Recommend to enter the cathedral (which we didn't)
Canterbury at it's best!
X1986QZstephenp,
May 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great perspective of Canterbury, Pauline really knew her stuff. A beautiful way to start my holiday. Unmissable. A trip back in time.
Amazing tour by Claire
julitarmendariz,
May 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour by Claire, who was very accommodating. We needed some coffee and a toilet and she changed her itinerary to cater for that. She knew a lot and was super friendly. She then recommended Tiny Tim for a cream tea and we loved it! It completed our canterbury experience. Super recommended!
Private tour of Canterbury
BeccaPF,
Dec 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great tour of the major moments of Canterbury's history. Mark was very knowledgeable, and even broke into a theatrical monologue at one point! Thoroughly enjoyable.
Just brilliant!
donaldsE7398AP,
Dec 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a brilliant staff Christmas outing. Adrian, our tour guide, had so many interesting facts about Canterbury and was an excellent guide. Defiantly recommended!
Informative and incredibly entertaining!
Pam W,
Sep 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Mark was our amazing guide! What a treat! He was not only entertaining. He’s incredibly informative. His narration transports you to a different space in time. Magical🤩 Thank you Mark for your company and knowledge and especially the MAGIC🤩
Afternoon visit to Canterbury
John G,
Jul 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Personalized guide; very articulate and knowledgeable. Answered all of our questions and led an enjoyable tour.
Superb tour and top-notch guide
Ken N,
May 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bob skillfully guided us around Canterbury for nearly two hours. He was very knowledgeable with great stories and insights into the famous cathedral and the medieval history of the town. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend Bob. Well worth your time and money.
Best 2 hours
Emma R,
Apr 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Fascinating insights and history telling. Facts mixed with funny anecdotes. Bringing the past to life
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