Canterbury city walls, Canterbury

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Canterbury: tips and FAQs

Insiderwissen und häufige Fragen

Insiderwissen

Tipps für Ihren Besuch

Book or arrive early at the cathedral

The cathedral opens to sightseers from 10.00 Monday to Saturday and the church from 12.30 on Sundays, according to its website; services can close parts of it.

Use both stations

Canterbury West suits the Westgate end of the city and the high-speed line; Canterbury East is closer to the walls and the south side.

Auf den Mauern gehen

A stretch of the medieval wall near Canterbury East and Dane John Gardens can be walked on top; it is a quick way between the station and the cathedral.

See all three World Heritage parts

St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's Church are a short walk east of the cathedral, outside the walls.

Ask at the Beaney

Visit Canterbury's visitor information centre is in the Beaney House of Art and Knowledge on the High Street.

FAQ

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Where is Canterbury?

Canterbury is in Canterbury & Kent, England. The cathedral, the medieval walls and the Westgate on the River Stour. Nearby stops and stations include Canterbury West, Canterbury East, Canterbury bus station.

How long do I need in Canterbury?

A full day; two to see the abbey and museums too. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.

Was sind die Highlights?

Highlights include Canterbury Cathedral, Christ Church Gate, St Augustine's Abbey. See the Things to do page for more.

Wie komme ich dorthin?

Nearby: Canterbury West (Southeastern high-speed trains to London St Pancras (51 minutes, according to Southeastern) and trains to the coast); Canterbury East (Mainline trains to London Victoria and to Dover); Canterbury bus station (Stagecoach buses, including route 8 to Thanet according to Visit Thanet); Park and Ride (Visit Canterbury lists three Park and Ride sites). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.

Wo kann ich essen und trinken?

We list 30 places to eat and drink in and around Canterbury, with filters to help you choose.

Wo kann ich übernachten?

We list 15 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.

Is Canterbury accessible?

Die Barrierefreiheit hängt von Straße, Gebäude und Veranstaltungsort ab. Prüfen Sie vor der Reise die Zugangsinformationen der jeweiligen Attraktion oder des Betreibers.

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