Walk Canterbury’s medieval lanes with an accredited Green Badge guide and access the Cathedral Precincts in a focused 90-minute tour. Expect stories of Becket and Chaucer, paved streets, and clear practical advice for first-time visitors.
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You step off the high street and the city rearranges itself: narrow cobbles, shop fronts with leaded windows and the Cathedral rising like a practiced pause above rooftops. The 11:00 Official Canterbury Guided Walking Tour threads through medieval lanes, slips through arches and brings you to the Cathedral Precincts in a compact 90 minutes.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—most of the route is level paved surfaces suitable for walkers of all abilities.
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History
Canterbury grew around its Cathedral, the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury; the murder of Thomas Becket in 1170 made it a major medieval pilgrimage site.
Conservation
The Cathedral Precincts are protected heritage sites—stick to marked paths, avoid touching stonework and support conservation by following guide instructions and using local services.
Reserve your spot on the Official Canterbury Guided Walking Tour - 11.00 Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive 10 minutes early
Check in with your Green Badge guide and collect any child activity sheets before the tour departs.
Wear comfortable shoes
Cobblestones and short stair sections mean supportive, flat-soled footwear will keep you steady.
Dress for unpredictable weather
A compact rain jacket and a light layer are handy — much of the walk is exposed to the elements.
Respect Cathedral rules
You’ll be in heritage precincts: keep voices low, follow signage and avoid touching fragile carvings.
Comfortable walking shoes
Stable, flat-soled shoes for cobbles and short steps.
Light waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry during spring showers and wind in open precincts.
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Small daypack
Carries water, guide handouts and camera safely.
Camera or smartphone
To capture architectural details, carvings and street scenes.