Private Tour
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!
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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.
Private bespoke tour for 2
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
City lanes & Cathedral grounds
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 bespoke tour for 2
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
City lanes & Cathedral grounds
Bespoke tour for 2 people
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Enjoy a personalized tour for just the two of you!
City lanes & Cathedral grounds
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ellen B,
May 28, 2025
- Viator
Guide with good local knowledge and able to tell the history in an interesting way. Recommend to enter the cathedral (which we didn't)
Pam W,
Sep 9, 2024
- Viator
Mark 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🤩
John G,
Jul 9, 2024
- Viator
Personalized guide; very articulate and knowledgeable. Answered all of our questions and led an enjoyable tour.
Emma R,
Apr 20, 2024
- Viator
Fascinating insights and history telling. Facts mixed with funny anecdotes. Bringing the past to life
LoriK S,
Mar 20, 2024
- Viator
Our guide was incredible ! She knew a lot and explained history well. I could tell she was a former teacher. Loved this tour! Highly recommend! Lori and karen Arizona
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