Canterbury Tourist Information & Visitor Guide

The great Canterbury Cathedral, destination for Chaucer's pilgrims and scene of Thomas Becket's murder, is surrounded by narrow lanes with medieval buildings, leading to Canterbury's bustling main street. Use our Canterbury tourist information and visitor guide to help find your accommodation and places of interest to get the most of your visit to Canterbury.

Canterbury Highlights

• Canterbury Cathedral - medieval stained glass and 12th century wall paintings
• West Gate Museum - with its collection of arms and armoury housed in a 14th century gatehouse
• The Canterbury Tales - a stunning reconstruction of a medieval street scene. Follow Chaucer's pilgrims as they recount their tales.
• St.Martin's Church - next to the ruins of St. Augustine's Abbey, is the oldest in England
• The Roman Museum - venture back in time to Roman Canterbury
• The Heritage Museum - tells the city's 2000 year history
• The Marlowe Theatre - enjoy a wide range of performances

Plan your visit to Canterbury

• Canterbury Hotels - view and choose a place to stay in Shrewsbury
• Canterbury Attractions - browse our list of attractions in Shrewsbury
• Canterbury Short Breaks - for short break ideas and offers