The Condensed Canterbury Tour

Overview

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Our condensed (but content packed!) 60 minute walking tours are perfect for those on a brief visit to Canterbury, but still looking for an introduction to all of the history and culture Canterbury has to offer.

Come with us and explore the rich history of this amazing city with CT Tours. With your dedicated and accredited tour guide, you will experience over 2000 years of Canterbury's history from ancient settlers to the present day!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Reproduction historical images and objects.

Entry to any attractions including Canterbury Cathedral and its precincts.

What To Expect

The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge

We start our tour from outside The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge, conveniently located in the centre of the city and with facilities to use before the tour begins!

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Statue of Geoffrey Chaucer

Learn more about the man who wrote the most famous book about Canterbury, 'The Canterbury Tales'.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

The Condensed Canterbury Tour

Reviews

4.89

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Condensed Canterbury Tour - Small Group
Trupti P,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Sam was a very knowledgeable and informative guide. The length of the tour was perfect within which to gather information about the key points of interest in Canterbury. Size of group is perfect within which- upto 10 max. Definitely worth doing!
One hour tour jam packed with interest and lots of fun
Juliana C,
Jan 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Sam, our guide, was just GREAT. He made Canterbury come to life for us. He showed us interesting places we surely would have missed, and also told us about great people beyond kings and queens. I am a big Christopher Marlowe fan, but Sam told us interesting tales of which I had been unaware. Lots more, but I won't disclose here because people should take this very interesting tour for themselves.
Great concise tour!
Debbie E,
Jul 9, 2023
- Viator
5.00
Had a fabulous hour learning about Canterbury, Kit Marlowe, and Thomas Becket (and more). Very enjoyable guide who was a student at the university and decided to stay. He was so helpful and gave great information. Husband and I and two teens. Would recommend!!
Great Tour, even better guide!
John G,
Sep 12, 2022
- Viator
5.00
Sam was a fantastic tour guide who went above and beyond! My fiancé & I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves over the course of the hour. The tour was extremely educational and Sam was able to inform us on a wide range of facts! Would definitely recommend!
Fun, Educational, Flies By
Sofya M,
Aug 30, 2022
- Viator
5.00
Great tour the covers all of the highlights of Canterbury. Sam, our guide, was very knowledgeable, patiently answered all of our questions, never made us feel rushed, and gave us great tips for things to do after the tour.