All 5 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-29| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury: Walking Tour with Stories & Medieval GatesBest value | £ 15 p.p. | £ 15 | 1h 30m | 4.98★ · 103 | free | — |
| Canterbury Walking Tour: Cathedral & Medieval StreetsOur pick | £ 16 p.p. | £ 16 | 1h 30m | 4.86★ · 475 | free | — |
| Canterbury Walking Tour: Medieval Streets & CathedralTop rated | £ 16 p.p. | £ 16 | 1h 30m | 4.84★ · 241 | free | — |
| Canterbury: Medieval Walking Tour & Cathedral Precincts with Expert Guide | £ 160 per group | £ 23 (8 share) | 1h 30m | 4.82★ · 28 | free | — |
| Private Walking Tour: Canterbury Cathedral & Medieval City | £ 295 per group | £ 30 (10 share) | 3h | 4.25★ only 4 reviews | free | — |
Real price per person across the 5 options: £ 15–£ 30 (median £ 16). With 100+ reviews: 3 of 5.
Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Canterbury Walking Tour: Cathedral & Medieval StreetsAn official 90-minute walking tour of Canterbury led by a fully qualified Green Badge guide, covering medieval lanes, the Cathedral Precincts and grounds, and the stories of pilgrims, royals and historical figures who shaped the city. The tour runs daily at 11am, with additional 2pm departures April through October and on seasonal holidays. Private group tours for up to 10 people are available by advance booking.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the official Canterbury experience with guaranteed access to the Cathedral Precincts—the only walking tour in the city that includes the grounds, and the guides are trained and examined to the highest standard.
Canterbury Walking Tour: Medieval Streets & CathedralThis is a 90-minute guided walking tour of Canterbury's historic center, led by a fully qualified Green Badge guide through medieval lanes and the Cathedral Precincts. You'll hear the city's layered past—pilgrims and plague, kings and murder, Becket and Chaucer—as the guide moves you through the streets where these events unfolded. The tour includes access to the Cathedral Precincts grounds, which only the official tours reach, and children get an activity sheet to follow along.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the commentary directly without translation or headsets. This works best for English speakers or travelers confident in the language, since the stories move at the pace of the walk and you can't rewind or pause the guide's voice.
Canterbury: Walking Tour with Stories & Medieval GatesYou’ll walk Canterbury’s winding lanes with a local guide who brings 2000 years of history to life—from Roman ruins to medieval gates and quirky legends. Hold replica objects, hear stories where they happened, and catch glimpses of cathedral spires between shops. Expect laughter, unexpected details, and a sense that you’re part of something bigger than yourself.
Canterbury: Medieval Walking Tour & Cathedral Precincts with Expert GuideYou get a private 90-minute walking tour led by a fully qualified Green Badge guide through Canterbury's medieval streets and Cathedral Precincts—the only official city tour that includes Cathedral grounds access. The route covers cobbled lanes, historic timber-framed buildings, monastery ruins and cloisters, customizable for families or specific interests. Tours available in English, French and German, with evening options in summer.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want a proper introduction to Canterbury's medieval history with someone who knows the city deeply, and who value access to the Cathedral Precincts that standard walking tours don't offer. The 90 minutes is enough to cover the main sites without rushing, and the private format means you set the pace and focus.
Private Walking Tour: Canterbury Cathedral & Medieval CityA private walking tour of Canterbury Cathedral and the medieval city lasting three hours, led by a fully qualified Blue Badge guide with deep local knowledge. The tour includes full access to the cathedral, a World Heritage Site, where you'll see stained glass dating back to the 12th century and the sites connected to Thomas Becket and Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. A stop at a local café is built into the itinerary. Maximum group size is eight people.Is it for me?If you're staying in London or arriving by train without a car, a private guide who knows the city removes the navigation puzzle and lets you spend your time actually looking at the cathedral and the medieval streets instead of finding them. The small group size means the guide can move at your pace and answer what you're curious about.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Canterbury Walking Tour: Cathedral & Medieval Streets is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.86 out of 5 across 475 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
