Canterbury’s Royal Heritage: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

one hour – 1 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Canterbury’s medieval streets echo with tales of the kings, saints and ordinary folk who shaped English history.

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll hear the hidden stories behind the bustling city where ancient walls and cobbled lanes hold centuries of intrigue.

The tour starts at the magnificent Christchurch Gate, the entrance to the majestic Canterbury Cathedral, where pilgrims have flocked for centuries. I’ll take you beyond the medieval centre and show you the other two historic places that form Canterbury’s UNESCO World Heritage Site: St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s Church, which is England’s oldest site of continuous Christian worship.

You’ll follow the same streets where Roman legionaries once marched and see hidden gateways and ruined churches. The tour ends at St Augustine’s Conduit House, a masterpiece of monastic engineering, tucked away in a corner of the city that even locals rarely discover.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour – 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

The Pound at One Pound Lane

Passing by

Walk down the charming Pound Lane, where you'll be surrounded by historic architecture and traditional British ambiance. This narrow lane leads you through one of Canterbury’s oldest quarters, offering a glimpse into the city's rich history and local life.
Abbots Mill Garden

Passing by

Stroll along Mill Lane and admire the quaint houses that line the waterway. This peaceful street runs beside the River Stour and is home to some of the town's oldest buildings, providing a quiet retreat from the bustle of the city.
Lady Wootton's Green

Passing by

Marvel at the tranquil beauty of Lady Wootton’s Green, a lovely public space in the heart of Canterbury. Originally a private garden, it’s now a peaceful spot where visitors can relax and enjoy views of the nearby historic buildings and the nearby city walls.
Burgate Books

Passing by

Walk through Burgate Lane and enjoy the beautiful, well-preserved medieval architecture. The street connects some of Canterbury’s most iconic sites, including St. George’s Church, and offers a step back in time to the city's medieval past.
Dane John Mound

Passing by

Climb to the top of Dane John Mound for stunning panoramic views of Canterbury and its surrounding countryside. This ancient mound, once part of the city’s defensive fortifications, provides a historical perspective of the city’s strategic importance during medieval times.
Westgate Gardens

Passing by

Take a peaceful walk along the Westgate Gardens River Walk, where you’ll enjoy serene views of the River Stour and lush green gardens. The gardens, once part of a larger medieval estate, offer an escape into nature while revealing Canterbury’s rich horticultural history.
Canterbury Cathedral

Passing by

Marvel at the grandeur of Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. As the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, this awe-inspiring cathedral has been a place of Christian pilgrimage for over a thousand years, with stunning stained glass, intricate stone carvings, and a rich history at every corner.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at Christ Church Gate. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

This self-guided audio tour ends at St Augustine's Conduit House.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]