Canterburys Unesco Places Tour

The Canterbury’s UNESCO Places Tour offers an engaging sightseeing experience, guiding visitors through three remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites. Knowledgeable guides provide captivating insights into the rich histories and cultural significance of each location, from the oldest church in the English-speaking world to the iconic Canterbury Cathedral. Along the way, participants can explore the monastic legacy and enjoy the towering Gothic architecture that has defined Canterbury’s religious heritage for centuries. With a convenient lunch included, this tour presents an opportunity to delve deeper into the city’s remarkable past and uncover its enduring influence.

Key Points

• This 5.5-hour sightseeing tour in Canterbury, England, covers three UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the oldest church in the English-speaking world.
• Knowledgeable guides provide captivating insights into the rich histories and cultural significance of the sites, including St Martin’s Church, St Augustine’s Abbey, and Canterbury Cathedral.
• The tour includes a sandwich lunch with tea or coffee, served in Canterbury Cathedral’s private garden, allowing visitors to recharge in a peaceful ambiance.
• The tour involves a significant amount of walking, approximately 2 miles, and includes uneven surfaces, stairs, and slopes, making it unsuitable for those with low fitness or wheelchair users.
• The tour is not suitable for children under 18.

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Tour Overview

The Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour is a 5.5-hour sightseeing experience that takes visitors to three remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites in the historic city of Canterbury, England.

The tour costs a minimum of 1,807 Czech koruna per person and features guided tours at each location, as well as a sandwich lunch provided by Canterbury Cathedral.

Throughout the day, you will explore St. Martin’s Church, the oldest church in the English-speaking world, St. Augustine’s Abbey, and the iconic Canterbury Cathedral – the main focus of the Church of England.

The tour includes all guided tours, lunch, refreshments, and transportation between sites, making it a comprehensive and convenient way to discover Canterbury’s rich religious heritage.

Guided Explorations

During the Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour, knowledgeable guides lead visitors through each of the three remarkable heritage sites, imparting captivating insights into their rich histories and cultural significance.

At the oldest church in the English-speaking world, St Martin’s, the guide delves into its fascinating past as a place of worship and its architectural evolution over the centuries.

At St Augustine’s Abbey, the guide showcases the monastery’s importance as the resting place of St Augustine and the first Archbishops of Canterbury.

Finally, at the iconic Canterbury Cathedral, the guide unravels the cathedral’s pivotal role as the main focus of the Church in England.

The tour’s guided explorations offer a comprehensive and enriching experience, allowing visitors to fully enjoy Canterbury’s UNESCO-listed treasures.

St Martins Church

St Martin’s Church, the oldest church in the English-speaking world, welcomes visitors with its remarkable history and well-preserved architectural features.

During the guided tour, travelers will learn about the church’s origins dating back to the 6th century, when it was established as a place of Christian worship.

The tour highlights the church’s unique blend of Roman, Saxon, and Norman influences, showcased in its intricate stone carvings, stained glass windows, and the impressive nave.

As the first stop on the Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour, St Martin’s Church offers a captivating introduction to the city’s rich religious heritage and sets the stage for the remarkable sights that await visitors on the rest of the tour.

St Augustine’s Abbey

After exploring the historic St Martin’s Church, the Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour takes visitors to the renowned St Augustine’s Abbey, a captivating monastic site that has played a pivotal role in the region’s religious and cultural heritage.

During the 1.5-hour guided tour, guests will learn about the abbey’s storied past, including its role as the resting place of St Augustine and the first Archbishops of Canterbury.

The tour highlights three key features of the abbey:

1. The well-preserved monastic ruins, which offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the religious community that once thrived here.

2. The site’s significance as the cradle of Christianity in England, where Augustine established the first cathedral and monastery.

3. The architectural treasures, including the intricate Norman and Gothic-style buildings.

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Lunch Experience

The lunch break on the Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour provides visitors with a delightful respite, featuring a sandwich buffet served in the private garden of Canterbury Cathedral.

After exploring the historic sites of St Martin’s Church and St Augustine’s Abbey, guests can savor a variety of freshly-made sandwiches accompanied by tea or coffee.

This midday meal offers a chance to recharge and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the cathedral grounds. The buffet-style service ensures that everyone can customize their lunch according to their preferences.

With the guided tours and morning refreshments also included, the Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour provides a well-rounded, convenient, and enriching experience for visitors.

Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral caps off the Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour, drawing visitors in with its towering Gothic architecture and rich history as the main focus of the Church in England.

Guided tours of the cathedral provide insight into its impressive features, including:

• The intricate stained-glass windows that bathe the cathedral in colorful light.
• The ornate choir stalls and pulpit, showcasing the cathedral’s exquisite craftsmanship.
• The tomb of Thomas Becket, the former Archbishop of Canterbury who was infamously murdered within the cathedral’s walls in 1170.

The 1.5-hour guided tour immerses visitors in the cathedral’s past, leaving them with a deeper understanding of its significance in British history and the Church of England.

Inclusions and Exclusions

Guided tours at all three UNESCO sites, a provided sandwich lunch with tea or coffee, and morning refreshments are what’s included in this Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour. Plus, guided walks between the sites are provided. However, this tour is not suitable for individuals with low fitness, children under 18, or wheelchair users.

Included	Excluded
Guided tours at St Martins Church, St Augustine’s Abbey, and Canterbury Cathedral	Not suitable for people with low fitness
Sandwich lunch with tea/coffee	Not suitable for children under 18
Morning refreshments	Not suitable for wheelchair users
Guided walks between sites

Accessibility Considerations

Owing to the physical demands of the tour, it may not be suitable for individuals with limited mobility or those requiring wheelchair access. Visitors should consider their fitness level and any accessibility needs before booking the Canterbury UNESCO Places Tour.

While the tour includes guided walks between sites, there are several factors to consider:

1. The tour involves a significant amount of walking, with the total distance covered being approximately 2 miles.

2. The terrain at the three UNESCO sites includes uneven surfaces, stairs, and slopes, which may pose challenges for those with mobility issues.

3. Canterbury Cathedral, one of the tour’s highlights, has limited wheelchair access, with certain areas only accessible via stairs.

Recap

The Canterbury’s UNESCO Places Tour offers a comprehensive way to discover Canterbury’s rich religious heritage.

Guided explorations of three UNESCO World Heritage sites – St Martin’s Church, St Augustine’s Abbey, and Canterbury Cathedral – provide captivating insights into the area’s history and cultural significance.

With a included sandwich lunch and transportation, this tour makes it convenient for visitors to enjoy Canterbury’s iconic landmarks and learn about its enduring religious legacy.

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