Immerse yourself in the rich history of Canterbury with the city’s official guided walking tour. Explore medieval lanes, pilgrim inns, and the majestic Cathedral’s Precincts while hearing captivating stories of the city’s evolution over the years.
- 36 Burgate - Our professional Green Badge Guides will bring history to life as they take you 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 murder and ghosts plus of course the many famous historical characters, writers and artists who have lived here or visited in the past.
- 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 also available for small groups up to 10 people at a cost of £120 (Available for advance bookings only).
- Fully qualified Green Badge Canterbury City Guide
- Tour of central city lanes
- Visit to famous Cathedral Precincts (grounds)
- Entry to attractions
Canterbury Guided Tours offer engaging hour and a half tours for those visiting the historic city of Canterbury. From ancient streets and pilgrim inns to the grand Cathedral’s Precincts, our tours will take you on a historic journey, narrating tales and portraying the city’s transformation over the ages.
Established in 1948, Canterbury Tourist Guides Ltd is a standalone company dedicated to delivering top-notch guided walking tours in Canterbury. Our tours are the city’s official tours, and they are the only tours granted access to the splendid Cathedral’s Precincts.
All our guides possess city Green Badges, having successfully completed the validated training program and passed the relevant tests administered by the Institute of Tourist Guiding.
- Carer Policy: We extend our concessionary rate to guests with a disability. Free entry is offered to carers accompanying those with a disability. To book a daily tour online, please book your concessionary place. Let us know you will be bringing a carer with you (no carer ticket will be required on arrival)
- Well behaved dogs on leads welcome
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
