The Canterbury Classic Tour

Come with us and delve into the rich history of Canterbury and explore this amazing city with CT Tours. With your dedicated and accredited tour guide, you will experience over 2000 years of Canterbury's history. With something for everybody, from accounts of ancient settlers to medieval murder and martyrdom, before stories of the many famous historical figures, artists and notable locals round up Canterbury's story right up to the present day!

1. 1

   The Beaney House Of Art & Knowledge

   Pass by

   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!

2. 2

   Statue of Geoffrey Chaucer

   5 min

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

3. 3

   Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint

   5 min

   The largest surviving medieval city gate in the UK was built in a turbulent time, we will discover the multiple methods of attack and defence that made this the most innovative tower of its time. Plus, a story worthy of its very own short film!

4. 4

   Marlowe Theatre

   5 min

   Passing by this fantastic modern structure, we will learn about the eventful life of Christopher Marlowe and the influence of the written word on the city of Canterbury.

5. 5

   Christ Church Gate

   5 min

   Completed to commemorate a Tudor prince and his Spanish bride, but not the prince you might be thinking of! Plus, the surprising changes to the gate over time.

6. 6

   Canterbury Roman Museum

   5 min

   Outside the Canterbury Roman Museum, you will hear about the Roman city and how it was re-discovered thanks to the Second World War. Whilst in Butchery Lane, there is the Bell Harry Tower of the Cathedral, the city coat of arms and surprisingly, a bull's head to discuss...

7. 7

   Stop 7

   5 min

   Thomas Becket. The full story of the most known man to not come from Canterbury, but become arguably the greatest figure in the city's history! Plus, why does Pope Gregory the Great have a dove flying in to his ear?

8. 8

   Saint George's Tower

   5 min

   Our accredited guide will end the tour underneath this curious clock tower, explaining how this curious tower became a reminder of the past in the bustling shopping area of today!

• 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

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