The Heart of Chester Walking Tour - Guided Walk

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Walk with me and uncover fascinating stories of Chesters unique Rows — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Where Roman Legions Once Trod — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Chester Tourist Guide

Ages: Adults (10–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: This is a guided walking tour by a professional Green Badge Guide.

Not included

Not included: This is a walking tour and does not include admission to the historic buildings.

Itinerary

Northgate Street

10 min

The Town Hall square will be the starting point of our adventure. Imagine a scene and a place and tread with me in the location of their stories, a Roman Fortress, a medieval abbey, Chesters gothic style town hall.
Chester Cathedral

10 min

Chester Cathedral and surrounding area -A Mercian princess and a talking goose! A Norman Earl, the Wolf with the power to make and break Laws. A survivor of the Dissolution frenzy. A Victorian facelift.
Watergate Street

10 min

From the lives of everyday folk and their medieval houses, to the homes of the landed gentry with townhouses and mansions to impress.
Chester

10 min

Throughout the four main streets that lead to The Cross -Experience Chester as a medieval city, a major trading hub, a fortress for a legion and a base for armies.
Eastgate & Eastgate Clock

10 min

Chesters iconic Eastgate clock and surroundings - Stand on the walls of the city; originally for defence, they kept enemies at bay and later became a grand promenade.
Chester Rows

10 min

Famous for its unique Rows, incredible architecture and its historic streets. Visitors from all over the world come here to admire its ancient beauty. Chester is also a city of stories, some of adversity, some of adventure and some of love.

A modern thriving and bustling city with fabulous shops, bars and restaurants in fascinating historic buildings.
The Chester Cross

10 min

Medieval markets, cock and bull stories, a Roman headquarters and buskers delight.
Eastgate Street

10 min

Eastgate Street and Bridge Street - Chester is a 'City of Love'. Discover the heart of this ancient and romantic city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Visitor Information Centre on the Town Hall Square.

All tours will meet here unless private tours have agreed a different meeting point.