Top Chester How to Get Around in 2026

Explore Chester's rich history and stunning architecture at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. Navigate through 10 essential landmarks, including the Chester Cathedral and the Eastgate Clock, using an easy-to-follow map and engaging audio stories. Perfect for solo adventurers or groups, the tour includes interactive quizzes that unlock fun facts about each stop. With a duration of approximately 1.5 hours, it’s a flexible way to immerse yourself in the charm of Chester anytime, rain or shine. - Self-guided tour allowing you to explore Chester without the rush - Audio stories and quizzes enhance your understanding and enjoyment - Covers 2 km of iconic sites including Chester Castle and Roman Amphitheatre - Available daily with no minimum group size; enjoy with friends or solo

Explore the dramatic history of Chester during the English Civil War on this engaging 90-minute tour. Walk the ancient city walls and visit significant sites like the breach of the walls and King Charles Tower, where pivotal moments unfolded. Listen to gripping tales of loyalty and betrayal as you traverse the very paths where soldiers and civilians fought for survival. This family-friendly tour is accessible and welcomes dogs, ensuring everyone can enjoy a deep dive into Chester's past. - 90-minute guided tour covering 1.5 miles of historic sites - Walk along Chester’s ancient walls - Spot the history hiding in front of you - Hear true stories of courage and survival during the Civil War - Family and dog-friendly with accessible route options available

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.

Join Historian and Author Nick Kevern as he takes you around the pubs of Chester that featured in his book, The Noose of Samuel Burrows. During this exclusive tour by the author, you will learn more about Chester's infamous executioner and the crimes that led many to his gallows. In each pub, you will hear the fascinating stories about Samuel Burrows and the crimes of those who faced him on his grisly gallows as he sent them to their deaths during the era of public execution. You will also see images of Chester during his lifetime and the historic broadsides that told the criminal stories in all their gory detail. You will also hear an exclusive story that did not feature in the book and is only available on this tour. Copies of The Noose of Samuel Burrows are available to purchase from the Chester Visitor Information Centre and Ye Olde Cottage. At some venues, Burrows Noose English Pale Ale by Weetwood will also be available.

Discover Chester's food scene through a curated, exciting food journey of a snack, starter, main, dessert and cheese course Your bespoke food and drink night will be full of exquisite food, some local and some global. Visit venues where the chefs take pride in their craft and hear about Chester's growing food scene. 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 Chester Evening Tour is a no hassle experience, everything is taken care of, it could not be easier to have a great night out in a beautiful city. Perfect for couples, groups of friends, families or solo foodie travellers looking to explore the best spots in our historical city All food and 2 genorously sized alcoholic drinks are included in the ticket price. We look forward to sharing a few surprising facts about Chester and introducing you to its wonderful independents.

Chester is a Roman-walled wonderland, where every corner has a captivating tale to tell. On this self-guided audio tour through its cobbled streets, you’ll discover the real history behind the places in the story of The Blessington Dolls. Get ready for some wacky, wonderful stories you won’t hear anywhere else! Whether you’re a kid with a wild imagination or an adult who’s young at heart, this enchanting journey is designed for all ages to enjoy. Your amazing adventure begins at the Chester Visitor Information Centre where you can grab a souvenir, like a copy of Smelly Stories of Giants, Goblins, and Nincompoops, a fun-filled book packed with tales of Chester’s wacky past. After that, it's off to the Chester High Cross, which has been standing in front of St Peter’s Church since its restoration in 1975, close to its original 14th-century location. Who knows what secrets it might reveal?

Join us on a culinary journey around the UKs most beautiful city. Taste authentic local and global dishes at incredible independents. Take the opportunity to sightsee between bites and learn about Chester’s growing food scene. You will eat in an historic pub and enjoy Chester-made, artisanal produce in one of its most important buildings. Hear stories of the city from your local, award-winning tour guide that help bring the Chester to life!

If you’re visiting the historic city of Chester for the first time, explore at a pace set by you and your party—rather than that of a large group—on a self-guided walking tour that only requires your smart phone. You’ll cover top Chester attractions such as Chester Cathedral, the beautiful Eastgate Clock, the Roman Gardens, the Roman Amphitheatre, while enjoying the flexibility to stop for photos and take breaks whenever you like.

• Explore Chester's rich history and culture on this Self-Guided Audio Tour • Discover the fascinating history of medicine at Sick To Death • Admire the Roman engineering skills at the Chester Roman Amphitheatre • Feel the medieval ambiance at Chester Cathedral, a 900-year-old architectural gem • See the Victorian-era grandeur of the Eastgate Clock, a symbol of Chester's heritage