Canterbury
Cathedral is the major attraction for visitors from London, but there
is much, much more that for the independent traveller will easily
fill up the day.
Canterbury itself is only 90 minutes from London by frequent train
so its easily accessible independently by all visitors to London.
We have a dedicated page outlining public
transport between Canterbury and London.
Given that Canterbury Cathedral is the main attraction for visitors
to Canterbury we would suggest avoiding visiting on a Sunday when
the cathedral is closed to the public much of the day. Its always
worth checking with the Canterbury cathedral web site before hand
in case there is an event on that will result in restricted access
on other days too.
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Canterbury
Cathedral |
We
have a dedicated page on Canterbury
Cathedral and what to expect. Canterbury Cathedral is at the heart
of the medieval city centre of Canterbury.
Canterbury is a regional shopping centre too with the shopping area
merging into the historic sights and buildings. There is no shortage
of restaurants for all budgets in the bustling centre. |
If
you are staying a day or longer we would recommend that you take the
Canterbury
Walking Tour that leaves from outside the tourist information
centre at 11:00.
Its a great first item on your agenda, giving you orientation, background
and an opportunity to sound out a local guide with no commercial bias
of the attractions on offer for you to visit later. You'll hear and
see things not in any guide book too.
We have separate pages of other
things to do in Canterbury with a special mention of the Roman
Museum of Canterbury.
If you are tight for time we also highlight day
tours from London including Canterbury. These commonly twin a
visit to Canterbury with a visit to Leeds Castle and the white cliffs
of Dover. |
Front
Entrance To Cathedral |
Leeds Castle
Often described as the ‘loveliest castle in the world,’
Leeds Castle is not far from Canterbury. Many of the coach tours
from London combine Canterbury and Leeds Castle. The castle set on
two islands and has been home to royalty, lords, and ladies for over
1000 years. |
Leeds
Castle |
Besides
the historic Leeds Castle itself there are extensive grounds with
many walks in the grounds, a large aviary, falconry displays, a maze,
vineyard, golf course and much else. An ideal place to bring a picnic.
Unlike many castles like Windsor with its emphasis on a 'serious'
tour of history and royalty, Leeds Castle is more informal and more
set up for a longer visit with much emphasis on keeping the kids happy.
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