Canterbury Guided Tours provide entertaining 90-minute tours for visitors to the historic city of Canterbury, led by fully qualified Green Badge Guides. We are proud to be the official city walking tour, and the only tour to include the grounds of the majestic Cathedral. Join us for a journey back in time through the narrow medieval lanes, past pilgrim inns and tudor houses, through the iconic Christ Church Gate and into the Cathedral Precincts. Discover how the city has evolved over the years and the stories of the many colourful characters who have lived in or visited the city, from St Augustine, Becket and Chaucer to Marlowe and Dickens.
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.
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 pilgrims, royals, plagues and murder, plus of course the many famous historical characters, writers and artists who have lived here or visited in the past, from St Augustine, becket and Chaucer, to Marlowe and Dickens. * 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 available for small groups - see our other listings (Available for advance bookings only).
Daily Tour: Please meet your Guide in the Buttermarket, outside the main Cathedral Gate. Guides wear a red sash. Please note you may finish your tour in a different location (usually the High Street).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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