United Kingdom · Heritage Walks

2-Hour Chester Walking Tour with Roman Walls and Cathedral History

2 Hours Round trip from Town Hall Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Walk the same streets once used by Roman warriors and Viking raiders
02 Explore Chester's historic landmarks from the Town Hall to Abbey Square
03 Learn the stories behind Chester Cathedral, St John's Church, and Kaleyards Gate
04 Stroll along the Roman walls and see Eastgate Clock, the Roman Gardens, and Amphitheater

Be introduced to the history of Chester as you walk the same streets once used by Roman warriors and Viking raiders. Visit the Town Hall, Abbey Square, Chester Cathedral, Kaleyards Gate, the Roman walls, Eastgate Clock, St John's Church, the Roman Gardens, and the Amphitheater with your expert tour guide.

Be introduced to the history of Chester as you walk the same streets once used by Roman warriors and Viking raiders.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Chester

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Chester History Walk Through the City Centre

Tag along with your Chester city tour guide and begin your tour.

Tour Plan:
- 10:30 AM - Visit the Town Hall.
- 10:45 AM - Proceed to Abbey Square.
- 10:50 AM - Learn about the Cathedral, including its exterior and history, as well as Abbey Street and Kaleyards Gate.
- 11:10 AM - Walk along the Chester walls.
- 11:25 AM - Take a quick breather at Eastgate Clock.
- 11:35 AM - Continue strolling along the walls, learn the history of St John's Church, the Roman Gardens, and the Amphitheater, and catch a glimpse of the Dee River and Albion Street.
- 12:00 PM - Head back to the city centre and acquaint yourself with the history of the Rows.
- 12:30 PM - Finish your tour in the city centre.