All Coventry Tours & Excursions in 2026

Discover the rich history of Kenilworth Castle and its stunning Elizabethan Garden. Kenilworth’s greatest period began when Elizabeth I’s childhood friend, Robert Dudley took possession of the castle in 1563. He spent fortunes turning it into a showpiece mansion to impress the queen. Climb up to the queen’s apartments for fantastic views over the castle and surrounding countryside. Explore the spectacular garden Dudley created just for his 1575 visit, including a Renaissance aviary, plant beds full of scent, colour and fruit, and an imposing fountain.

Learn about the legend of Lady Godiva on this small-group walking tour of Coventry’s Cathedral Quarter on this small-group guided walking tour. Along the way, hear how the dissolution of the Monasteries led to the loss of St. Mary’s Priory and Cathedral, the role Coventry was supposed to play in the infamous Gunpowder Plot, and the curious history of Coventry Castle.

Spend an afternoon with cuddly alpacas—a fun tour for kids and animal lovers. First, listen and learn as your guide shares information about the animals you’ll soon meet. Then it’s time to hang out with the resident herd. Take photos, help with a feeding, take an alpaca for a walk around the property, and shop for hand-knitted alpaca accessories in the gift shop.

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Explore the fascinating history and vibrant culture of Coventry on a private walking tour. Your journey begins at the iconic Lady Godiva Statue in Broadgate, a symbol of Coventry’s post-war transformation. Over the course of this guided exploration, you’ll visit Coventry’s hidden gems, discover the birth of the bicycle industry at Lady Herbert’s Garden, and hear the tale of the Coventry City Wall’s preservation. Delve into the city’s rich motor industry heritage at Millennium Place and learn about its enduring landmarks, such as Greyfriars Spire. Coventry’s legacy of famous plays, historical markets, and extraordinary architecture will unfold as you meander through this dynamic city.

Coventry was bombed flat in 1940 and rebuilt into something extraordinary — and this tour takes you right through it. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Coventry on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Decode clues at the Lady Godiva Statue, the rebuilt Coventry Cathedral, and the medieval St Mary's Guildhall — each with a powerful story behind it • Walk the route at your own pace and pause wherever the city's history catches you • Ideal for curious visitors, local history fans, and any group looking for something a bit different Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Lady Godiva rode through these streets on horseback — you're doing it on foot, which is arguably harder.

This tour zig-zags through the city centre away from the cathedrals, and takes participants on a walk through a city which has kept making history by inventing the future. It’s a history that fits together like a jigsaw, come and explore it with us. Highlights include: The industrial booms which saw Coventry as the centre of weaving, watch making, bikes and cars. The most complete part of the City Wall, and learn where the Civil War really started. The Royal Palace in the city centre where the King and Queen stayed when Coventry was the capital of England. The story of the inventors who brought us the bicycle and the jet engine. Different theories as to where the phrase “Sent to Coventry” came from. Explanations and information about of dozens of artworks around the city centre. Details of the rich cultural history of Coventry. Stories of the Phoenix City, the 'City of Tomorrow', risen from the ashes of the Blitz.

Get to know Coventry better while having fun with your friends or family on a private scavenger hunt around the city. Follow the prompts via an app to locate clues, perform challenges, and solve puzzles. Claim your place on the leaderboard for bragging rights. Get access to a remote host who can provide help if you need. A fun activity for locals and visitors to Coventry alike.

In Zombie Scavengers of Coventry, players will use an app to try to survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll do so by finding survival objects around the city, in any order you'd like, to get points and do fun zombie themed challenges for points as well. Use strategy to try and find as many items as possible in order to survive. Your survival team will be able to see the score on the app's rankings compared to teams across the country. You'll have a remote host via chat in case you need anything. Let's survive in Coventry today!

Experience Coventry exactly your way on this private, customizable walking tour. Whether you're drawn to the 1940 Blitz history, medieval timber-framed streets, or the legend of Lady Godiva, your local guide will tailor the route entirely to your interests. Wander at your own pace, ask questions, and enjoy exclusive attention as you discover the heart of the West Midlands. Choose your duration: Opt for a brisk 2-hour overview or a deep 4-hour exploration. Select your historical focus: Discover WWII resilience at the Cathedral Ruins or medieval history at St Mary's Guildhall. Pick your cultural stops: Choose between the artistic heritage at the Herbert Art Gallery or ancient Spon Street. Tailor the pace: Enjoy a completely private experience where you set the walking speed. Please note: The itinerary below provides options for each stop; your final route depends on your choices.