Canterbury Old Town
A compact historic centre with half-timbered buildings, the medieval Buttermarket, and a stretch of intact Roman and medieval walls. Free to wander and easy to cover on foot.
Church in Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral
The mother church of the Anglican Communion and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous as the site of Thomas Becket’s murder in 1170. Paid entry, but the medieval architecture rewards every penny.
Practical
Before you go
- Address
- The Precincts, CT1 2EE Canterbury
- Good to know
Nearby
More in Canterbury
Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Westgate Towers
The largest surviving medieval city gate in England, straddling the River Stour at the entrance to the old town. Free to view from outside, with a small fee for the rooftop panorama.
Working out what Canterbury costs?
The whole of Canterbury