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Kids Days Out In Canterbury

About Canterbury - Visit Canterbury and you'll soon be in its thrall. Cobbled alleyways lined with higgledy-piggledy buildings bring Chaucer's tales to life and lead to the famous Cathedral. Home of the Archbishop of Canterbury and noted for its architecture, the Cathedral was the scene of one of the most famous historical crimes - the murder of Thomas Becket - so it will come as no surprise that it is haunted!

Shopping - In Canterbury itself, the Whitefriars development offers many popular retailers in one spacious and well-designed location. This recently opened venue has helped to ensure the city offers some of the best shopping opportunities in the county. Heading towards Westgate Towers,you will come across a range of specialist, privately run emporia offering everything from antiques and collectables to classical music

Things to do and Tourist Information - Canterbury Cathedral is one of the finest religious buildings in the world. Inside and out, the cathedral is truly spectacular. Also worth a visit is The West Gate which is one of Canterbury's most famous landmarks. The Museum explores the Towers fascinating and sometimes horrific history. Visiting "The Canterbury Tales". is a highly recommended attraction and is based on the famous classic by Geoffrey Chaucer.

  • Free Attraction: Partly - See Website
  • Wheelchair friendly: Yes

Curious about Canterbury and Kent

Discover Canterbury with our booklet of two unique treasure hunt style walks.

Spend 1-2 hours having fun finding answers to clues and reading stories about this vibrant and historic city.

  • Free Attraction: Partly - See Website
  • Wheelchair friendly: Yes

Canterbury West Gate Towers

View the City from atop the Westgate Towers.

Visit Britain's largest medieval gateway. From the battlements see the 130 acre city centre and its encircling Roman walls.