An Evening Medieval Canterbury Walking Tour
- 1 hour
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Canterbury Walks is led by a local historian with years of professional guiding experience giving every guest the perfect blend of academic knowledge and genuine local passion. Your route takes you beyond the obvious landmarks and into the hidden stories most visitors never hear, from a surprising Ian Fleming connection to the dramatic three-part story of Thomas Becket's assassination told across the very streets where it unfolded. We keep groups small so every guest gets a personal, immersive experience rather than being lost in a crowd. And with evening departures available, you'll explore Canterbury's extraordinary medieval streets at their most atmospheric and captivating.
Inclusions
What's included
- 1.25 Hour Guided Walking Tour
Itinerary
Abbot's Mill Fire Story Discover the dramatic story of the Abbot's Mill fire and its lasting impact on the history of Canterbury's waterfront.
Canterbury Cathedral Story Hear the remarkable story of Canterbury Cathedral — the heart of English religious life for over 1,400 years.
Christopher Marlowe Story Learn about Canterbury's most famous playwright, Christopher Marlowe — the brilliant and controversial figure who preceded Shakespeare.
Dominican/Blackfriars Story Uncover the fascinating history of Canterbury's Dominican Friars and the medieval religious community that once thrived here.
Becket Story Part 1 Begin the three-part story of Thomas Becket — one of medieval England's most dramatic and notorious tales of power and murder.
Window Tax Discover the surprising story of the Window Tax and how a quirky piece of British history left its mark on Canterbury's architecture.
Old Synagogue- Ian Fleming & Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Uncover Canterbury's unexpected connection to Ian Fleming — the creator of James Bond — and the story behind Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
Canterbury's Oldest Pub Step inside the history of Canterbury's oldest pub and hear the centuries of stories that have unfolded within its walls.
Dickens & American Indian Motif Discover the story behind Canterbury's famous Crooked House and its surprising connections to Charles Dickens and an unusual American Indian motif.
Becket Story Part 2 The story of Thomas Becket continues — uncover the dark events that unfolded here on the night of his assassination.
Fire Insurance History Hear the fascinating story of one of Canterbury's most historic buildings and its role in the early history of fire insurance.
Becket Story Part 3 The Becket story reaches its dramatic conclusion at one of Canterbury's most iconic landmarks — the magnificent Christchurch Gate.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
3.8
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Ratings come from 4 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is opposite the Millers Arms Pub at the Abbots Mill Wier. When you arrive at the Abbots Mill Wier look out for your guide holding a blue umbrella.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Canterbury Walks
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Canterbury
- Its from-price is 87% below the median of the 38 experiences we list in Canterbury.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 13 of 38.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Canterbury
Canterbury is a historic cathedral city in Kent, with a World Heritage cathedral, medieval lanes, old city walls and punts on the River Stour.
Canterbury Cathedral is the mother church of the Anglican Communion and the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Thomas Becket was murdered here in 1170, and pilgrims came to his shrine for centuries, the journey that Chaucer used for The Canterbury Tales. The cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's Church together form a World Heritage Site.
Top-ranked sights in Canterbury: Canterbury Cathedral, The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge.
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