Canterbury Attractions
For the traveller, Canterbury is an ideal base for exploring the South East England region, or a very convenient stopping off point for breaking a journey en route to your final destination.
Canterbury appeals to younger and mature visitors alike, and the labyrinthine Medieval streets are perfect for discovering the city centre on foot.
Canterbury's many attractions include:
- Canterbury Cathedral
- Fascinating and historic architecture
- Theatres & Cinemas Excellent shopping facilities
- Museums & Galleries Canterbury Festival (October)
- Kent County Cricket Ground
- Superb selection of restaurants & cafes
- Romantic river boat trips
- Attractive parks & riverside walks
A little further afield in the beautiful surrounding countryside of "The Garden of England" hide numerous charming villages, country pubs and inns and famous Country houses, gardens and Royal retreats open to the public.
See the Visit Kent web site
Canterbury is served by excellent national and international transport links. Within thirty minutes' drive are:
- Ashford International Station
- Ashford Eurostar terminal
- Channel Tunnel terminal
- Ports of Dover and Folkestone
- London Airports of Gatwick, Heathrow & Manston
- Central London
- Day trips to Continental Europe by road/rail or sea
- Bluewater shopping centre
- McArthur Glen discount shopping outlet
When planning excursions, booking entertainments, making restaurant reservations, requiring information about transport/taxis or any of Canterbury's attractions, please feel free to ask advice from our staff - any of whom will be pleased to help.