Visit Canterbury

One of a kind festival!

Come to Canterbury's UK International Radio Drama Festival from 18 to 22 March to celebrate the very best dramas from national broadcasters to independent producers spanning a range of genres

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Cricket World Cup is coming to Canterbury!

The ICC Cricket World Cup trophy will Visit Canterbury this summer, as part of the cricket world cup trophy tour.

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World Heritage Site

The UNESCO World Heritage Site at the heart of Canterbury includes three sites that make it a must visit location for history lovers

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Canterbury - worth a punt

Visit Canterbury, less than an hour away from London.

Escape to Canterbury

Visit Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay for great days out

Experience Canterbury’s history and heritage, see our stunning architecture and world famous buildings. Enjoy a day out in Canterbury UK and visit the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral, have a relaxing short break or longer fun-filled family holiday at the seaside in Herne Bay or Whitstable. Canterbury tourism has the perfect blend of city, coast and countryside, ensuring that however varied your interests are you will be spoilt for choice. Come and enjoy our beautiful coastline and countryside and our breathtaking heritage and culture. After all, Canterbury is simply inspirational.

You can book accommodation, find out about upcoming events, choose somewhere to eat and discover our fantastic range of attractions and things to do, all here in one place.

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    Canoe Wild


    Go on a guided tour, hire a canoe, or learn to paddle with this 5* rated local canoe company. A perfect way to see the countryside on Canterbury's doorstep. Don't miss the Grove Ferry Inn, conveniently located at the end of the route!

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    Wingham Wildlife Park


    Wingham has more animal species than any other zoo in Kent! You can really get up close with the walk through enclosures. Great fun for all ages. Prices start at £15 per person and children under 2 years get in free

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    Herne Bay Cultural Trail


    Enjoy two hours of entertaining history with this walk through Herne Bay. You'll learn about the bouncing bomb, smuggling hotspots, and some of the famous people associated with the town

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Artisan spirits are booming!

Discover the story behind Canterbury Gin from small artisan producer Canterbury Brewers and Distillers...

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Discover the quirky part of Canterbury

Discover the hidden gem that is St Dunstans, home to some of the best places to eat and drink in Canterbury

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Veer off the beaten path and enjoy charming Canterbury

Canterbury gets a nice shout out in USA Today 10 Best's article encouraging people to veer off the beaten path in London

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Whitstable in Kent is an oyster lover's woodstock

Whitstable transports oyster lovers to what must be the closest thing to bivalve heaven says the Forbes' Gretchen Kelly .

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Britain at its best: Praise the Lord for Canterbury, a divine cathedral city

The Daily Mail's Clive Aslett took the high speed train to Canterbury West to savour the delights on offer.

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Where to find the healthiest high street in England

Thinking about visiting Canterbury? Read what Telegraph Travel's Tom Ough had to say about his recent visit to the healthiest high street in England...

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My coast: Sandi Toksvig

Danish-British writer, presenter and comedian sandi Toksvig reflects on the unique charm of the north Kent coast and why sea swimming feels so good.

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David Essex: Why Whitstable is Britain's greatest seaside town

"Kent has a special place in my heart" says David Essex © Telegraph Media Group Limited 2017

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The New York Times: 36 hours in Canterbury, England

"This small city of prayer, stone and stories calls to travelers like a miniature Rome" says Mark Vanhoenacker in The New York Times

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A Canterbury trail: exploring the city’s medieval streets on foot

With its extraordinary history and ecclesiastical grandeur, Kent’s murder mystery capital has much for the walker to savour on a day’s stroll

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Ideas and inspiration for things to do

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