The Heart of Chester Walking Tour - Guided Walk
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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A Walk Through History
Experience romantic Chester and hear stories of the lives and loves of the people who have lived here over the centuries, in a way that only an experienced guide can tell.
Let Chester cast its spell on you; a glorious, ancient city with a rare elegance in its beautifully preserved old buildings.
From its beginnings as a city of Legions and the cross roads of the British Isles to what is now a lively city with energy in its air, yet also mature and relaxed.
The sense that most of England's history is encapsulated here in its broad, cobbled, picturesque streets and its profusion of Rows.
Take the stress out of the planning and book 'The Heart of Chester Walking Tour', taking in the centre of the city and ensuring that you don’t miss those headline sights, allowing time for photographic opportunities and creating your own memories.
Private tours can be accommodated.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Private tours can be arranged (with accessibility for wheelchair if required).
There are steps to climb on the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Northgate Street
The Town Hall square will be the starting point of our adventure. Imagine a scene and a place and tread with me in the location of their stories, a Roman Fortress, a medieval abbey, Chesters gothic style town hall.
Chester Cathedral
Chester Cathedral and surrounding area -A Mercian princess and a talking goose! A Norman Earl, the Wolf with the power to make and break Laws. A survivor of the Dissolution frenzy. A Victorian facelift.
What‘s Included
This is a guided walking tour by a professional Green Badge Guide.
This is a walking tour and does not include admission to the historic buildings.
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The Heart of Chester Walking Tour - Guided Walk
Reviews
80 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thanks for a great tour
Passenger598293,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour with Caroline who was very knowledgeable and friend..,took to many locations and made each stop interesting..thanks for a great tour
Insightful, Interesting and Informative
keithjohn0656,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From first meeting Caroline to our departure at the end of our guided walk Caroline was welcoming, friendly and considerate. Despite the very cold weather Caroline provided a warm, informative and insightful commentary whilst providing intimate details of the locality and many points of social and historical interest. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and took up Caroline's recommendation on tea and scones at The Chester Grosvenor's brasserie as well as purchasing a cigar from Turmeaus cigar and whisky specialist shop. A highly recommended and value for money experience. Keith and Sue (Nottingham)
Good
Lyn M,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s good. Lots of historic info from the Romans onwards. Respect for the city of Chester and its heritage.
Enjoyable and informative
Traveler592831,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Caroline’s knowledge of Chester’s history was evident as was her interest in and enthusiasm for the City and its past. It made for a fascinating and enjoyable walk.
Informative walking tour
kevinpU3269BX,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I attended the Heart of Chester guided walk with Caroline. The walking tour was conducted at an appropriate pace and the size of the group was just right. Caroline was very informative explaining both the history and important sites of the city. I would thoroughly recommend this walking tour. Thank you Caroline
Enjoyable trip
C6930VUiang,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide Phil Bailey was extremely knowledgeable and had access to places you wouldn't normally see, well worth doing.
Excellent guide and tour of Chester
rhonas808,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I attended the Heart of Chester guided walk with Caroline. The whole tour was excellent and Caroline explained and added context to the history of Chester throughout the ages and showed us both significant but also lesser known sights. Fabulous thank you Caroline 😊
Knowledgeable guide on an enjoyable walk
Kevinsadler1965,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really interesting walk with a guide who really knew her stuff . Lots of historical facts …there was so much packed in we overran a bit
A very interesting and informative city walk
Mark M,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Phil, was very knowledgeable on Chester’s history. We had a very interesting walk seeing all the main historical sites. Definitely worth doing.
Great Tourist Guide
938nigele,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Caroline was so helpful , extremely well informed and engaging, she gave a us an in-depth concise history of Chester, together with many local tips and recommendations, it simply could not have been better.
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