The King's Mile Travel Guide

Canterbury

Canterbury showing a park, kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek
Canterbury showing markets, food and interior views
Canterbury featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views
The Canterbury Tales which includes interior views
The Canterbury Tales which includes interior views

Popular places to visit

Canterbury Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a city and heritage architecture

Canterbury Cathedral

This 1,400-year-old establishment is known for its breathtaking Gothic ceilings, its outstanding historical collections and its choir.

Canterbury Cathedral
University of Kent

University of Kent

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Kent during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

University of Kent
Marlowe Theatre

Marlowe Theatre

Get tickets for a show at Marlowe Theatre, a popular theatre in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Marlowe Theatre
Westgate Gardens

Westgate Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Westgate Gardens, a lovely green space in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Westgate Gardens
Wingham Wildlife Park

Wingham Wildlife Park

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Wingham Wildlife Park during your trip to Canterbury. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Wingham Wildlife Park
Chilham Village

Chilham Village

Find out about the history of Chartham when you spend time at Chilham Village. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Chilham Village

Things to do

Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

฿653
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Tour with Admission

Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Guided Tour from London

฿4,482
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Guided Tour from London
Canterbury: Private Guided Walking Tour with Official Guide

Canterbury: Private Guided Walking Tour with Official Guide

฿5,103
per traveller
Canterbury: Private Guided Walking Tour with Official Guide
Kent Garden of England in Private Vehicle Tour including Passes

Private Tour of Hever Castle Canterbury cathedral Dover Castle Include Pass

฿43,965
per adult
Private Tour of Hever Castle Canterbury cathedral Dover Castle Include Pass
Kent Garden of England in Private Vehicle Tour including Passes

Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes

฿43,965
per adult
Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes
Canterbury Dover Castle and White Cliff Private Tour with Passes

Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included

฿40,550
per adult
Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included
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Top hotels in The King's Mile

Ashford International Hotel & Spa

Ashford International Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Simone Weil Avenue, Ashford, England
The price is ฿2,558 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
฿2,558
฿3,069 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ashford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Very clean room

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Ashford International Hotel & Spa
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street, Canterbury, England
The price is ฿2,804 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
฿2,804
฿3,364 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Staff exceptional

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
ABode Canterbury

ABode Canterbury

4 out of 5
30-33 High St, Canterbury, England
The price is ฿2,620 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
฿2,620
฿3,143 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
The staff were superb, courteous, efficient and made us very welcome. The location is great, our room was a bit tired, threadbare carpet and tiny bathroom. But it was quiet, and spotless.

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

ABode Canterbury
Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf

4 out of 5
Princes Parade, Hythe, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,320 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿2,320
฿2,784 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,073 reviews)
As a solo traveller I felt very happy and safe.

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf
Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone

3 out of 5
The Harbour, Folkestone, England
The price is ฿1,384 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿1,384
฿1,661 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Folkestone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

3 out of 5
A2 Upper Harbledown, Canterbury, England
The price is ฿1,664 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿1,664
฿1,996 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
clean comfy room

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG
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