Canterbury

Canterbury is famous for its rich history and cultural significance, and is noted for its Tudor architecture and Roman city walls as well as famous landmarks such as Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine’s Abbey.

One of the most famous landmarks in Canterbury is the Canterbury Cathedral, which is the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cathedral was made famous in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales and TS Eliot’s Murder in the Cathedral and has been an important centre of worship and pilgrimage for over 1,400 years.

In addition to its religious significance, Canterbury is also known for its vibrant arts and culture scene. The city is home to a number of theatres, galleries, and music venues, as well as a thriving student population thanks to the presence of the University of Kent.

Canterbury is also a popular tourist destination, with a range of accommodation options and a range of activities and attractions to suit all tastes. Whether you’re interested in exploring the city’s rich history, enjoying its vibrant arts scene, or just soaking up the unique atmosphere of this charming and historic city, Canterbury has something to offer for everyone.

Coming and going

Canterbury is well connected by road and rail with frequent coach services to Dover and London and rail services to London and to destinations throughout Kent and southeast England.

Canterbury has two railway stations: Canterbury West railway station just north of the city centre and Canterbury East, southwest of the city centre. Canterbury West is the busier of the two stations with both high speed and regular trains to London as well as direct rail services to Margate and Ramsgate. Canterbury East has trains to Dover and London Victoria.

Canterbury Central Bus Station is a hub for not only local bus services but also regional buses to other destinations in Kent and National Express coaches to London and Eurolines coaches to Amsterdam and Paris.

Sights and activities in Canterbury

Places to stay in Canterbury