Looking for things to do in Chester?
Chester is one of Britain’s greatest heritage cities, full of things to do and places just waiting to be discovered!
Turn your day out into a luxury staycation at The Hotel Chester
Chester is a city full of historic treasures you have to see. Including being home to the most complete City Walls in Britain dating back to the Roman occupation 2,000 years ago built to protect the city. Today you can take the 2-mile walk of the walls, located to the rear of The Hotel Chester
Sightseeing
SIGHTSEEING BUS TOUR
The 12 stop bus tour will introduce you to all the things Chester, including the famous City Walls, the Cathedral, and the Roman Amphitheatre. As you are transported around in style, sit back and enjoy discovering how Chester has survived and prospered through its unbelievable history.
THE ROMAN TOUR & MUSEUM
Award-winning Roman Tours offer a superb fact-filled entertaining story of 2,000-year-old Deva – Britain’s biggest Roman fortress. Legionary guides take you behind the scenes at key sites to explore the drama of life in the Roman Army – all based on the latest research by military experts.
Chester River & Boats
A cruise on the River Dee is one of the most relaxing things to do in Chester. Take in views of the stunning riverside homes and gardens, listen to Chester’s rich Roman, medieval, and industrial history. Or leave the city behind and Cruise through the Duke of Westminster’s Eaton Estate.
CHESTER CATHEDRAL
Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, a cultural hub, a centre of musical excellence, a unique blend of modern and medieval history. Take a tour of Chester Cathedral during your stay.
The Chester Clock
Eastgate and Eastgate Clock in Chester, Cheshire, England, stand on the site of the original entrance to the Roman fortress of Deva Victrix. It is a prominent landmark in the city of Chester and is said to be the most photographed clock in England after Big Ben.
The Chester Walls
Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, a cultural hub, a centre of musical excellence, a unique blend of modern and medieval history. Take a tour of Chester Cathedral during your stay.
Family Day out
Chester Zoo
Pack up the kids and take a trip to the unforgettable Chester Zoo. With over 110 acres and 8,000 animals to meet and learn about, it’s no wonder the Chester Zoo is voted one of the top zoos in the world.
Storyhouse
Storyhouse is a theatre, cinema and library based in Chester’s historic city centre, presenting the best home-produced and internationally acclaimed work.
Blue Planet Aquarium
The Blue Planet Aquarium lets you get up close to some amazing Sharks at Blue Planet Aquarium. See real scuba divers in the daily feed shows in the Aquatheatre. With one of the best collections of Sharks, Fish, Frogs, Spiders and Dalmatian Pelicans – Blue Planet Aquarium is a must see attraction for all the family.
Crocky Trail | Manly Mere
A beautiful Lake and woodlands offering kayaking, wind-surfing and power-boating, plus adventure trail and woodland strolls.
There are loads of different ways you’ll be able to cross the Crocky stream including the scary wobbly bridges, swinging chain bridge and fallen log – Even have a picnic in one of the tree houses!
Delemere Forest
A shady oasis in the midst of the agricultural landscape of the Cheshire Plain.
Delamere Forest is a magnificent oasis of nature and the largest area of woodland in the county covering 2400 acres with it’s stunning Blakemere Moss lake
The Ice Cream Farm
The Ice Cream Farm makes more than 40 flavours of ice-cream, complete with a kids’ play areas, farm animals and even quad bikes.