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Canterbury Tourist Guides

Did you know that Canterbury’s Roman Theatre was one of the largest in northern Europe and that the famous King’s School was founded by King Henry VIII?  Or that Rupert Bear’s creator Mary Tourtel lived in Canterbury?

These are just a few of the many fascinating facts you will hear on a 90-minute guided walk with one of our award-winning Blue and Green badge tourist guides.  This tour encompasses the magnificence of this historical city and is an ideal way of familiarising yourself with the area.  Tours are available in nine languages.

Historic River Tours

If you want to rest your feet why not try a relaxing river tour where you will see Canterbury from a completely different perspective.  The River Stour provides views of the city’s historic buildings and monuments set against some of the most picturesque backdrops of the city.  Each boat is rowed by a Historic Tour representative who provides a light-hearted historical commentary along the route.

Ghostly Tours of Canterbury

The hour-long tour sets off at 8.00pm every Friday and Saturday and is an entertaining mix of local history, humour, folklore and tales of the supernatural.

Canterbury River Navigation Company

An opportunity to enjoy a punt trip along the River Stour.  See hidden scenery of outstanding natural beauty that surrounds our ancient and historic city whilst being chauffered by an experienced boatman.

For further information and details of other tours go to www.canterbury.co.uk.

A rowing tour in Canterbury