Kent Tourist Information & Visitor Guide

Kent - where English history was made. The county of Kent has breathtaking countryside, dotted with medieval towns, historic castles, cathedrals, and bustling seaside resorts. The famous white cliffs at Dover provide a dramatic backdrop to this busy port from where, it is just a short journey to France. Our tourist information and visitor guide can help you make the most of your visit.

Kent Highlights

• Canterbury Cathedral - impressive Cathedral and site of Archbishop Thomas Becket's martyrdom
  

• Druidstone Wildlife Park, Blean - exotic birds & animals along with children's farmyard and a woodland trail
  

• Herne Bay Museum Centre - fossils and archaeology, a hands-on section and a special exhibitions gallery
  

• Howletts Wild Animal Park, Bekesbourne - gorillas, elephants & tigers that offers an exciting and educational experience
• The Canterbury Tales - step back over 500 years in this recreation of medieval life in England
• Canterbury Street Market - wide variety of stalls on Wednesdays and Fridays
  

• Herne Mill - a preserved windmill built in 1789
  
• Maritime Museum, Ramsgate - showing the history of navigation, relics from Goodwin Sands wrecks and the RNLI
• West Gate Museum, Canterbury - displays of medieval artefacts and weaponry with breathtaking panoramic views
  
• Wingham Bird Park - fascinating birds a pet village, orchard aviary & landscaped lakes

Plan your visit to Kent

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• Kent Attractions - sightseeing, attractions and places to visit
• Kent Short Breaks - offers and ideas

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