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 lively bars.

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 lively bars.

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 lively bars.

Wingham Wildlife Park
Westgate Gardens and Towers featuring a river or creek, heritage architecture and a bridge

Westgate Gardens and Towers

Find out about the history of Canterbury when you spend time at Westgate Gardens and Towers. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Westgate Gardens and Towers

Things to do

Canterbury Dover Castle and White Cliff Private Tour with Passes

Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included

฿41,585
per adult
Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Tour with Admission

Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Guided Tour from London

฿4,596
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Guided Tour from London
Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

฿657
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide
Kent Garden of England in Private Vehicle Tour including Passes

Private Tour of Hever Castle Canterbury cathedral Dover Castle Include Pass

฿45,087
per adult
Private Tour of Hever Castle Canterbury cathedral Dover Castle Include Pass
Canterbury: Private Guided Walking Tour with Official Guide

Canterbury: Private Guided Walking Tour with Official Guide

฿5,253
per traveller
Canterbury: Private Guided Walking Tour with Official Guide
Kent Garden of England in Private Vehicle Tour including Passes

Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes

฿45,087
per adult
Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes
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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 ฿3,264 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,264
฿3,917 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ashford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Friendly and professional staff Nice spa and pool"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Ashford International Hotel & Spa
The Falstaff Hotel

The Falstaff Hotel

3 out of 5
8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent, Canterbury, England
The price is ฿4,472 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿4,472
฿5,366 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Couldn't fault the staff who went above and beyond our requirements. Nothing was too much trouble. Excellent ground floor accessible room. First class breakfast included. Evening happy hour was appreciated and enjoyed. Hotel itself is attractive and welcoming."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Falstaff Hotel
Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone

3 out of 5
The Harbour, Folkestone, England
The price is ฿2,321 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿2,321
฿2,785 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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 ...
6.8/10 (1,161 reviews)
"Hotel is nice but beds n pillows were uncomfortable.It is located in centre so beach walk is 10 minutes n market centre is 15 minutes.Good options for shopping."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone
Best Western Premier Dover Marina Hotel & Spa

Best Western Premier Dover Marina Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Dover Waterfront, Waterloo Crescent, Dover, England
The price is ฿3,977 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿3,977
฿4,772 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Dover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (600 reviews)
"First class property"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Best Western Premier Dover Marina Hotel & Spa
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street, Canterbury, England
The price is ฿3,823 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿3,823
฿4,587 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in an amazing location. Thoroughly enjoyed staying there."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
OYO Stade Court Hotel

OYO Stade Court Hotel

3 out of 5
Stade Street, West Parade, Hythe, England
The price is ฿2,086 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿2,086
฿2,720 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (332 reviews)
"First night of our holiday great start"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

OYO Stade Court Hotel
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