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CHESTER’S ROMAN HEART

Boasting the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain, the most complete city walls at almost 2 miles long, and a 1000 year old Cathedral, Chester is packed full of ‘must see’ history and heritage.

THE BEST VIEW IN THE CITY

Founded as a Benedictine abbey in 1092, Chester Cathedral sits proudly in the heart of the city centre. Climb the central tower on a guided Tower Tour, and see one city, two countries and five counties from the top.

In Roman footsteps

Chester’s Roman Amphitheatre was once the largest in Britain and was used for entertainment and military training. Today, visit the remains where you may bump into a Roman solider or two …

Medieval shopping

Unique to the city, and brimming with character, experience the sights and sounds of The Rows’ quirky two-tiered shopping galleries. Home to a haven of independent boutique shops, cafes and coffee shops, don’t miss it!

2000 YEARS OF HISTORY

Walk the walls of this compact city, the oldest, longest and most complete city walls in Britain. Take in over 2000 years of history as you pass the ancient Cathedral and Roman Amphitheatre which dates back to the 1st century, all within easy walking distance.

Things to Do
9 Abbey Square, CH1 2HU Chester Cathedral An eccentric medley of architectural styles, ranging from Romanesque, Norman and Gothic, Chester's Cathedral stands proud in the heart of the city. Boasting the country's largest set of monastic buildings.
Chapel Ln, Tarporley CW6 9TX Beeston Castle This 'Castle of the Rock' has 4,000-year history and is famous for its panoramic views of eight different counties spanning the Pennies to the Welsh mountains.
Photos for the England Originals campaign in Chester to showcase England's historical cities, with Ioan Said Photography Hunter Street CH1 2AR Chester, UK Storyhouse Storyhouse is a library, theatre, cinema, community hub, cultural centre and a restaurant serving Eastern-Mediterranean delights. It has an exciting events calendar and a nationally-acclaimed theatre with home-produced stage shows each year!
Photos for the England Originals campaign in Chester to showcase England's historical cities, with Ioan Said Photography Chester, CH1 The Rows The Rows form a second row of shops above those at street level. They are unique in the world to Chester, and nobody is quite sure why they were built in this way.
Photos for the England Originals campaign in Chester to showcase England's historical cities, with Ioan Said Photography Chester, CH1 City Walls First built almost 2000 years ago by the Romans, extended by the Saxons and further enhanced by the Normans, walk two miles around the country's only complete set of walls remaining.
Visitor Information Centre, Chester, CH1 2HJ Roman Tours At Roman Tours, history is lifted from the page, you will see history in a perspective you probably haven't considered before. The tour is factual and fun, lasting approximately 1.5 hours.
Chester Zoo, Upton-by-Chester, Chester, CH2 1EU Chester Zoo With over 35,000 animals and 128 acres of zoological gardens to explore, you will never be bored at Chester Zoo, the UK's most visited zoo!
The Boating Station Souters Lane, The Groves Chester, CH1 1SZ ChesterBoat A cruise in Chester is one of the most relaxing ways to see the city and its river. With 30 minute or 2 hour cruises available.
42 Bridge Street Row, Chester, Ch1 1NN Breakout Chester The live escape room game. Be transported to high-level crime scenes, the land of Camelot, and even a sinister circus! Varying levels of difficulty for all abilities.
25 St Werburgh Street, CH1 1DY CUPS coffee & board games CUPS is Chester’s own board game café, a haven for game lovers. They serve high-quality food, snacks and exceptional coffee. Upstairs they have a dedicated gaming room.
Meet outside: The Little Roodee Café, Little Roodee Carpark, Grosvenor Rd, CH1 1SL Cycle Tours of Chester They provide the bikes, and you provide the pedal power! Travelling mainly on cycle-friendly paths, at a leisurely pace, you’ll get a factual but good-humoured look at Chester's fascinating history and attractions.
Visitor Information Centre, Town Hall, Northgate St, Chester CH1 2HJ Running Tours of Chester Tours Around Chester currently provide 3 running experiences across the historic City of Chester. The 5k run: The Walls Experience and The 10k run: The Deva Challenge.
Chester Visitor Information Centre, Town Hall, Northgate St, Chester CH1 2HJ Food Walking Tour he 3-hour-long food tour featuring 6 food/drink stops and a passionate and experienced local guide, is suitable for small groups and participants receive a mystery gift to take away.
Doing a Treasure Trail Multiple trails of Chester Treasure Trails A fun way to uncover the hidden secrets of Chester locations and get your daily exercise at the same time is with a Treasure Trail. There are five different trails to choose from.
Family walking out of Lion Salts Lion Salt Works, Ollershaw Lane, Marston, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6ES Lion Salt Works A restored historic open-pan salt making site, history of salt and its impacts.
Gin bottles and cocktails The Forest Distillery, Chambers Farm, Bottom of the Oven, Macclesfield Forest, Cheshire, SK11 0AR Forest Gin Distillery Gin tasting experience.
Tour the distillery, learning about gin production with water from an ancient spring.
Food & Drink
38 Bridge St, Chester CH1 1NQ Carluccio's Carluccio's beautiful setting makes it the perfect place for diners to sit and enjoy a meal. They offer a broad range of classic Italian food.
38 Bridge St, Chester CH1 1NQ Cote Brasserie Inspired by the brasseries of Paris, Côte Brasserie champions relaxed, all-day dining and serving authentic French classics made from great quality, fresh ingredients.
1 - 3 Eastgate Row, Chester, CH1 1LQ Shrub This entirely plant-based venue is worth a visit! Overlooking the city centre, it gives guests a chance to sit back with a coffee or cocktail, and enjoy a bit of people watching.
Forum Shopping Centre, 6 Princess Street, CH1 2HH Chester Market Dating back to the 12th Century, Chester Indoor Market's eclectic mix of traders provides a unique shopping and eating experience. Voted Best Small Indoor Market at The Great British Market Awards 2020.
Places to Stay
20 Lower Bridge Street, CH1 1RS Oddfellows Oddfellows inhabits a gorgeous Georgian townhouse right bang in the middle of this beautiful city, on the loveliest street, only moments away from the river.
Chester Grosvenor Eastgate, Chester CH1 1LT The Chester Grosvenor Housed in an historic building with a black and white timbered façade, Cheshire's only 5* hotel finds itself comfortably situated in the heart of the beautiful Roman city of Chester.
MUST CREDIT GINGER PIXIE PHOTOGRAPHY IF USED IN PRINT OR ON SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS. 49-51 Lower Bridge St, CH1 1RS Townhouse Hotel This splendorous Georgian townhouse, nestled between Chester's iconic Tudor and Victorian architecture, is one of the city's most stylish boutique hotels with a Secret Garden to relax with a drink.
57 Northgate Street, Chester, CH1 2HQ The Pied Bull Chester's oldest Coaching Inn provides a number of individually-decorated rooms, and superior suites, all combining the comforts of luxurious hotels with the gems of an historic shell.
More Trip Ideas
3 Stops 3 Days TREASURE TROVE Platform 9 ¾ , the first recognised contract between a King and his people and the steepest coffee shops on ‘Britains Best Street’.
3 Stops 3 Days THINKERS AND WRITERS Lose yourself in academia, ancient and modern, and stand in the Elizabethan places where the greatest English writer was born.
3 Stops 3 Days WALL TO WALL Britain’s largest Roman amphitheatre, the oldest court room and 73 miles of Hadrian’s Roman wall.
4 Stops 4 Days TIME TRAVELLERS Sit beneath a world-famous tree, enjoy a pint with Lord Nelson and visit gloriously ancient sites of saints and pilgrimage.
3 Stops 3 Days WESTERN WONDERS A bedroom on rails, windswept castle and Stonehenge’s prehistoric stones.

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