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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: GBP
- Languages: English
- Climate: Temperate maritime
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Population: 79,645 (2021 estimate)
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- Visa Requirements US, EU, and UK citizens do not need a visa for short visits to Chester. Visitors from most Western countries can enter the UK visa-free for tourism for up to 6 months. Always check current entry requirements before travel, as rules can change.
About Chester
Chester is a captivating city in northwest England, renowned for its rich history, distinctive architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. Founded as a Roman fortress in 79 AD, Chester boasts some of the best-preserved Roman walls in Britain, encircling a picturesque city center filled with black-and-white Tudor buildings and the unique two-level medieval shopping galleries called the Rows. The city’s blend of ancient heritage and modern amenities makes it a standout destination. Visitors are drawn to Chester’s charming streets, the majestic Chester Cathedral, and the scenic River Dee, which offers tranquil walks and boat trips. The city’s lively cultural scene, excellent dining, and proximity to the Welsh border and Cheshire countryside add to its appeal. Whether you’re a history buff, a shopper, or simply seeking a relaxing getaway, Chester offers a memorable English experience with a friendly, welcoming vibe.
Top Attractions
Chester City Walls: Walk the complete circuit of these ancient Roman walls for panoramic views and a sense of history. Chester Cathedral: A stunning example of medieval architecture with beautiful stained glass and peaceful cloisters. The Rows: Unique two-level shopping galleries dating back to the 13th century, perfect for browsing and people-watching. Eastgate Clock: An iconic landmark and one of the most photographed clocks in England after Big Ben. Grosvenor Park: A Victorian park ideal for picnics, riverside strolls, and open-air theatre in summer.
Popular Activities
Explore the Roman amphitheatre and gardens, take a guided walking tour to uncover hidden history, enjoy a boat trip on the River Dee, visit Chester Zoo (one of the UK’s best), and experience the city’s lively pubs and restaurants. Seasonal events like the Chester Races and Christmas markets add to the festive atmosphere.
Chester Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of North West England
- Duration Range: Explore the Roman amphitheatre and gardens, take a guided walking tour to uncover hidden history, enjoy a boat trip on the River Dee, visit Chester Zoo (one of the UK’s best), and experience the city’s lively pubs and restaurants. Seasonal events like the Chester Races and Christmas markets add to the festive atmosphere.
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: Visit in spring or summer for the best weather. Pack comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket for changeable conditions. Chester is generally safe, but take usual city precautions. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carry some cash for smaller shops. Respect local customs and enjoy the city’s relaxed pace.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $39
Highest Price Tour: $220
28 Available Tour Excursions in Chester
A unique guided walking tour of Chester. Visit 7 exclusive food & drink stops, discovering the best of Chester's vibrant food scene. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable food tour full of local flavor & memorable encounters with Chester's food culture to tantalize your taste buds! During this culinary journey gain insider knowledge as chefs share the fascinating history behind their food. Fill up on mouth-watering, Chester-made food; experience superb sightseeing. The tour includes walks along the Roman walls, gardens & world-famous Chester Rows In small groups, enjoy a wonderful guided tour hearing quirky stories, dark Chester myths & little-known facts. A Chester walking tour for all food lovers & those wanting to explore the city in a deliciously different way. Independent eateries are vital to Chester's past, present & future Our tour guides are passionate, award-winning foodies creating the best food & drink experience in the North of England. Private Tours available online
Price: $114.44
Duration: 4 hours
Step back with me to the Edwardian period for a lovely walking tour of historic Chester . There is a lot of Edwardian Chester to see if you know where to look and I am here to tell you the stories of the people who lived and worked within the ancient walls . This tour is great for visitors and locals eager to see a different side of this city
Price: $16.16
Duration: 1 hours
Turning Streets of Chester Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest, not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the GQA app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?
Price: $34.94
Duration: 2 hours
Experience a private walking tour of the great Roman city of Chester. Your guide will give you a fantastic insight into it's multi-layered history stretching from its Roman origins, through historical events such as the English Civil War to today's bustling city. Highlights include the unique shopping arcade called The Rows, historical streets and 16th century cathedral as well as the beautiful riverside along the Dee.
Price: $262.54
Duration: 2 hours
Are you a food lover and someone who loves to explore? This is the perfect walking tour for any foodie! During this unique walking tour, you will get to try many different culinary delights, guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling. Enjoy food/drink from 5 independents and a mystery gift to take away. A passionate and experienced guide will be with you throughout, whilst you enjoy a variety of amazing foods and flavours, and learn about Chester's history.
Price: $148.10
Duration: 3-4 hours
A flickering candlelight into the darkest recesses of Chester’s 2,000-year heritage, illuminating tales of plague, poltergeists and religious persecution amongst others. It’s a 90-minute walking tour, hosted early evening, and a storytelling stroll with plenty of dark humour and Horrible Histories-style tale. Dark Chester runs special tours during the Chester Heritage Festival, including visits to places associated with dark tales.Please contact me for details, and follow my Instagram @darkchestertour for images and videos from the tour. Join me and let’s take a walk on the dark side.
Price: $20.20
Duration: 1 hours
Calling all Divas! This is the perfect girls night out! Have a bespoke food and drink night planned out for you and your friends in Chester. We put together an incredible evening with a wonderful array of food and great drinks included. A brilliant hen party option with delicious bites, fabulous bars, and lots of atmosphere! You might not have been to, or even heard of, the places we take you to, and all are selected because they offer something special. Be prepared for a few surprises! Our DEVA food & drinks night is perfect if you want an amazing evening with a group of friends where nobody has to worry about choosing venues or being the planner! This is a no hassle experience, everything is taken care of, it could not be easier to have a fantastic amount of fun! All drinks and food are included in the ticket price, and we leave you witha list of bar recommedations so you can carry on your night partying in Chester! Friend reunions, hen parties - get glammed up and join us!
Price: $127.90
Duration: 2 hours
A Walk Through History Experience romantic Chester and hear stories of the lives and loves of the people who have lived here over the centuries, in a way that only an experienced guide can tell. Let Chester cast its spell on you; a glorious, ancient city with a rare elegance in its beautifully preserved old buildings. From its beginnings as a city of Legions and the cross roads of the British Isles to what is now a lively city with energy in its air, yet also mature and relaxed. The sense that most of England's history is encapsulated here in its broad, cobbled, picturesque streets and its profusion of Rows. Take the stress out of the planning and book 'The Heart of Chester Walking Tour', taking in the centre of the city and ensuring that you don’t miss those headline sights, allowing time for photographic opportunities and creating your own memories. Private tours can be accommodated.
Price: $16.16
Duration: 1 hours
We’ll stop in the historic seaside town of Conwy. You’ll have time to explore and take in the sights that make Conwy such a popular visitor destination. After a roam around the town, we’ll head off to explore the incredible Snowdonia National Park, they’ll be plenty of opportunities for photo stops and for you to really enjoy it. We'll journey onto Caernarfon Castle, this medieval fortress steeped in Wales' fascinating history, stands as a testament to the nation's rich past. Here, you'll have time to explore its towering walls and uncover the pivotal role it played in shaping the nations history. We then head to the charming Welsh village of Betws-y-Coed situated in the heart of the National Park. The village, which was once a place for pilgrims, became a hub for artist and authors who took inspiration form the scenery and landscapes that surround it. It’s a wonderful stop on the tour and a great place for some free time to explore.
Price: $87.51
Duration: 10 hours
Fascinating walking tours of Roman Chester with an authentic Roman Soldier as your guide... transported back nearly 2000 years, to visit the city of Chester when it was the largest Roman fortress in Britain; For people who like something fresh, interesting, factual and fun. Touring Chester with an authentic Roman Soldier guiding you on a light-hearted journey through Chester's Roman Heritage. Armed with the latest archaeological evidence, we provide a unique insight into life in Roman Britain. Astounding sights ranging from the amphitheater to remains hidden in the basements of high street shops. An award winning tour which consistently receives four and 5 star reviews on trip advisor. A unique quality experience of the lives of those that built Britain biggest Roman fort and amphitheater. We have been providing tours of Chester since 1997 and are passionate about creating a unique experience for all, not to be missed!
Price: $16.16
Duration: 1 hours
Are you looking for a way to see Chester without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • See the old city wall, still guarded by ghostly Roman soldiers, as well as Chester’s spookiest passage, haunted by a monk, and the site of its final public execution • Hear from producer David Atkinson, a local writer who’s contributed to Lonely Planet and Bradt Travel Guides • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before and after your booking date • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Price: $8.99
Duration: 1-1 hours
This exciting tour will focus on medieval Chester in the year of 1403. England is under the rule of King Henry IV but the rebellion of Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy, along with his allies Owain Glyndwr and the Earl of Douglas, threatens his reign. Our authentically dressed medieval soldiers will lead you around Chester highlighting significant events of the time and outlining the reasons leading to Hotspur rebelling against the King. You will also learn about what life was like for the soldiers living in the city, particularly the famous and skilled, Cheshire longbowmen the former bodyguards to the crown. Sights you will visit/see with our medieval archer include; Chester walls, Chester’s famous medieval rows and we will point out some of remaining buildings of medieval Chester. please note though this tour is more about story of the rebellion and not sight seeing and buildings. at the end of the tour you will learn about the impact this rebellion had on Chester and Britain for modern day.
Price: $16.16
Duration: 1 hours
Fully narrated sightseeing tour escorted by driver guides who love their jobs almost as much as you will love your day with them. Our Lake District tour will take you to places not normally visited by the casual tourist, showing you the true essence of why this part of the country is so spectacular.. Fun and laughter all the way, all day.
Price: $79.43
Duration: 11 hours
A fun and different way to see Chester Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones. Spot things other people take for granted! You’ll learn interesting facts and stories. Everything is outdoors and you can do social distancing.
Price: $32.30
Duration: 2 hours
Opened in 1850, Overleigh Cemetery hosts many fascinating graves and monuments that reflect Chester's rich and diverse history. Every gravestone conceals a life story waiting to be told, and every grave has a hidden history. Led by a qualified and insured Green Badge guide, tours will include visits to around 25 of the most notable graves. Designed by a famous local architect, T.M. Penson, the cemetery was laid out "with admirable taste" and included two lodges, two chapels, and an ornamental lake with three islands. Humble graves were unmarked or had a simple wooden cross, while the better-off had grander memorials. You'll discover the extraordinary stories of some of those laid to rest here, including Mary Jonas, who had 33 children, including 15 sets of identical twins; Edward Langry, the husband of Edward VII's mistress, who went crazy and died in the local lunatic asylum; and William Bidulph Cross, who made his own illuminated coffin from wooden matchboxes.
Price: $13.46
Duration: 1 hours
Explore the best of the Yorkshire Dales and Moors Visit the picturesque towns of Hawes and Haworth, the home of the Bronte sisters Admire Malham Cove and the Ribblehead Viaduct Discover the highest single-drop waterfall in the UK, Hardraw Force Taste some of the countrys favourite cheese at the Wensleydale Creamery
Price: $92.90
Duration: 11 hours
Exploring the sights and scenery of North Wales from Chester can be challenging without a rental car. Instead of stringing together train and bus journeys; choose this full-day tour that offers comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide to provide insight into the region’s highlights. Walk Llandudno’s pier, follow hidden roads through Snowdonia, visit the historic Conwy Castle, and so much more. Let us take care of the details while you relax and enjoy the beauty of this remarkable corner of Britain.
Price: $79.43
Duration: 8 hours
Turning the streets of Chester Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest, not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?
Price: $34.94
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Chester’s food scene blends traditional British fare with modern gastronomy. Try local specialties like Cheshire cheese, hearty pies, and afternoon tea in historic settings. The city offers a range of dining options, from cozy pubs to fine dining restaurants. Notable spots include The Chef’s Table for contemporary British cuisine and The Botanist for rooftop drinks and sharing plates.
Getting Around
Chester is easily reached by train from major UK cities, with direct services from London, Manchester, and Liverpool. The city center is compact and walkable, but local buses and taxis are available. Parking can be limited in the historic center, so public transport or park-and-ride options are recommended for drivers.
Travel Tips
Visit in spring or summer for the best weather. Pack comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket for changeable conditions. Chester is generally safe, but take usual city precautions. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carry some cash for smaller shops. Respect local customs and enjoy the city’s relaxed pace.
Culture & Customs
Chester’s culture is rooted in its Roman and medieval heritage, with a strong sense of community and pride in local history. The city hosts annual events like the Chester Literature Festival and the Mystery Plays. Politeness and queuing are important social norms. Tipping in restaurants is customary (10-15%). The Chester Races are a major social event, drawing visitors from across the region.