Royal Museum and Art Gallery

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Marlowe Theatre

Enjoy a show at Marlowe Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Canterbury Cathedral

This 1,400-year-old establishment is known for its breathtaking Gothic ceilings, its outstanding historical collections and its choir.

Westgate Gardens and Towers

Find out about the history of Canterbury with a stop at Westgate Gardens and Towers. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

The historic River Stour which flows through Canterbury, England.

Westgate Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Westgate Gardens, a lovely green space in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Completely in ruins, this is a very less visited site by tourists. This was a monastery used by St Augustine for educational and religious purpose. Today there are only few leftover dilapidated walls, graves and a lush green scenery all around. One needs to buy a ticket to view the Abbey ruins. Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site

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St. Augustine's Abbey

Take an hour or so to visit one of Canterbury’s most important heritage sites and see impressive ruins dating back to the sixth century.

Beaney House of Art & Knowledge

You can browse the exhibits at Beaney House of Art & Knowledge, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.