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Canterbury Cathedral

4.5/5(71 reviews)

This 1,400-year-old establishment is known for its breathtaking Gothic ceilings, its outstanding historical collections and its choir.

University of Kent

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Kent, during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Marlowe Theatre

4/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Marlowe Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Fantastic small animal park, always expanding and well worth a days visit. open everyday except Christmas Day.

Wingham Wildlife Park

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Wingham Wildlife Park during your trip to Canterbury. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Westgate Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Westgate Gardens, a lovely green space in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Chilham Village

Find out about the history of Chartham with a stop at Chilham Village. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Westgate Gardens and Towers

Find out about the history of Canterbury with a stop at Westgate Gardens and Towers. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

The FIRST church of England and OLDEST Living Church of England.

Its very small and the size of a hall. If you are visiting Canterbury, you cannot miss going to this place for the huge historical importance attached to it. Part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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St. Martin's Church

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore one of England’s first Christian churches to see Roman architecture, famous tombs and a rich sense of history.

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Dane John Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Dane John Gardens, a lovely green space in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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The King's Mile

5/5(2 area reviews)

While The King's Mile might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre.