Like
all towns and cities that have significant numbers of tourists there
is a range of alternatives to the main draws. In Canterbury the main
draw is of course Canterbury
Cathedral for which we have a dedicated page.
If you are spending a weekend or full day at Canterbury we would recommend
taking a walking
tour of Canterbury, this will nicely set your visit up giving
you a great orientation and time to identify which places are attractive
to you to follow up later.
We also have a dedicated page for the
Roman Museum of Canterbury. A small, inexpensive museum of interest
tucked away and not heavily promoted like some of the more commercially
minded alternatives. |
Canterbury
Historic River Tour |
All
the following attractions are in Canterbury centre within easy walking
distance of each other and Salisbury Cathedral:
Canterbury Historic River Tour
As you wander down the pedestrianised High Street you will often come
across a crowd by Kings Bridge, crossing the River Stour. This is
the starting point for the Canterbury River Tour, a very popular and
off beat experience.
Unlike other river/water excursions you may take you are put into
a small boat with a handful of others and your guide. No motorised
boat here, your guide is also your power source and will row you along
the River Stour at a stately pace taking many opportunities to stop
and admire. The river has had a historic impact on Canterbury and
there is much to see.
Its one of those off beat, one off experiences that has proven to
be a hit for years and years. The tours leave every 15 to 20 minutes
taking around 40 minutes between April and October
Canterbury
Tales
A much promoted attraction in the middle of the city.
"Inside the historic building of St. Margaret’s Church you
can step back over 500 years to join Geoffrey Chaucer (England’s
finest poet) and his colourful characters on their magical pilgrimage
from London to the shrine of St. Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral"
that's the marketing message.
Museum
of Canterbury
A traditional city museum covering the history of Canterbury. Modest
admission charge.
Norman
Castle Canterbury
The remains of a Norman castle with interpretation panels, an elevated
viewing area. Leaflets are available at the tourist information centre
opposite the cathedral's main gateway.
Canterbury Castle was established in the 1080s by the Normans and
replaced an earlier motte and bailey fortification built at the nearby
Dane John.
St
Augustine's Abbey
This great Abbey, marking the rebirth of Christianity in southern
England, was founded in AD 597 by St Augustine. Originally created
as a burial place for the Anglo-Saxon kings of Kent.
The Abbey is situated outside the city walls. At the Abbey, you can
also enjoy a museum and an interactive audio tour.
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