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Top 10 cultural & heritage things to do in Chester

Heritage walks, museum days, temple complexes, and the kind of guides who explain why a place matters rather than reciting dates. The cultural side of Chester, paced for actual seeing.

  1. Women of Chester Walking Tour, Chester1

    1. Women of Chester Walking Tour

    · 1.5 hours

    This interesting tour gives the visitor a look at the main attractions of Chester whilst delivering the histories of just some of the amazing Women of Chester. Several different periods of history are covered so can appeal to the widest possible audience

  2. Barrels, Broomsticks and Witches: A Self-Guided Chester Tour, Chester2

    2. Barrels, Broomsticks and Witches: A Self-Guided Chester Tour

    Chester’s medieval streets witnessed real witch trials and barrel-dunkings centuries ago, but today they’re home to a different kind of magic. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll follow the enchanted adventures from Evelyn Winter’s children’s book The Chester Witches, where thirteen-year-old Winona Wren and her spell-casting Granny transform the city’s dark history into whimsical storytelling wonderment. You’ll start at Chester High Cross, where four medieval streets converge, and follow an enchanted barrel’s chaotic path down Eastgate Street. You’ll pass beneath the iconic Eastgate Clock, wind through the Roman Amphitheatre, and discover how a mischievous barrel once flattened the mayor’s podium and sent enchanted flapjacks into song. You’ll continue along The Groves riverside promenade where Granny Wren’s magical market boat once bobbed, and to Billy Hobby’s Well, where maidens wished for husbands.

  3. Chester Food Tour with Full Meal and Drinks by Do Eat Better, Chester3

    3. Chester Food Tour with Full Meal and Drinks by Do Eat Better

    · 4 hours

    Join us on a culinary journey around the UKs most beautiful city. Taste authentic local and global dishes at incredible independents. Take the opportunity to sightsee between bites and learn about Chester’s growing food scene. You will eat in an historic pub and enjoy Chester-made, artisanal produce in one of its most important buildings. Hear stories of the city from your local, award-winning tour guide that help bring the Chester to life!

  1. Chester Food Tour: Unique Food With Drinks & Sightseeing, Chester4

    4. Chester Food Tour: Unique Food With Drinks & Sightseeing

    5.0· 193 reviews· 4.5 hours

    Discover Chester's finest food & drink on a small-group walking food tour of this historical city that puts a spotlight on independent restaurants, pubs, and food stalls. Enjoy 7 fabulous food stops & enjoy British classics, Cheshire chocolate and unique dishes designed for the tour. Hear Chester's fascinating history through stories and little known facts that bring the city to life. Pass by attractions such as Chester Cathedral & the Amphitheatre, walk on the Roman walls and unique Chester Rows Explore local & global food, have a well deserved Cheshire ale & other surpises! During this culinary journey gain insider knowledge from local chefs & food heroes. Your tour is led by a local guide, judge for the Great Taste Awards and award winner with the Princes Trust who knows the hospitality scene in Chester intimately. Generous tastings including 2 alcoholic drinks, hidden gems, exciting new restaurants & the most beautiful pub in Chester!

  2. Chester Edwardian Lady Walking Tour, Chester5

    5. Chester Edwardian Lady Walking Tour

    5.0· 14 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Step back with me to the Edwardian period for a lovely walking tour of historic Chester . There is a lot of Edwardian Chester to see if you know where to look and I am here to tell you the stories of the people who lived and worked within the ancient walls . This tour is great for visitors and locals eager to see a different side of this city

  3. A Taste of Chester Food & Drink Tour, Chester6

    6. A Taste of Chester Food & Drink Tour

    5.0· 9 reviews

    Are you a food lover and someone who loves to explore? Then you’re in the right place, as this award-winning walking food tour is perfect for any foodie! Let us guide you round the historic walls of Chester City, visiting our favourite local eateries and trying many different culinary delights guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling. Our passionate and experienced local guide will lead you to 5 independents where you will enjoy a range of food and drink whilst learning more about the venues and their influences from the owners themselves. Our unique tour also passes by key sights in the city, where you'll hear interesting stories about Chester’s ancient history while sipping on an award-winning ale, or even maybe sampling some artisanal cheese. Each of our Chester tours are unique and we reveal each of the stops to you as we go. We can’t wait for you to join us for this tummy-filling and fun group tour learning and eating around Chester and its best food spots.

  4. Dark Chester - Let's take a walk on the dark side, Chester7

    7. Dark Chester - Let's take a walk on the dark side

    5.0· 7 reviews· 1.5 hours

    A flickering candlelight into the darkest recesses of Chester’s 2,000-year heritage, illuminating tales of plague, poltergeists and religious persecution amongst others. It’s a 90-minute walking tour, hosted early evening, and a storytelling stroll with plenty of dark humour and Horrible Histories-style tale. Dark Chester runs special tours during the Chester Heritage Festival, including visits to places associated with dark tales.Please contact me for details, and follow my Instagram @darkchestertour for images and videos from the tour. Join me and let’s take a walk on the dark side.

  5. Hello Chester! Private Walking Tour, Chester8

    8. Hello Chester! Private Walking Tour

    5.0· 6 reviews· 2 hours

    Experience a private walking tour of the great Roman city of Chester. Your guide will give you a fantastic insight into it's multi-layered history stretching from its Roman origins, through historical events such as the English Civil War to today's bustling city. Highlights include the unique shopping arcade called The Rows, historical streets and 16th century cathedral as well as the beautiful riverside along the Dee.

  6. Chester City Walking Tour with an APP, Chester9

    9. Chester City Walking Tour with an APP

    5.0· 1 reviews

    Welcome to Chester, where history and charm create unforgettable memories! This city, with roots in Roman times, invites you to explore its ancient architecture and vibrant ambiance. Begin at the majestic Chester Cathedral, offering free entry to stunning Gothic architecture and centuries of heritage. Stroll through the Chester Rows, unique medieval shopping galleries blending history with modern flair. Wander along the scenic River Dee for picturesque views and magical boat rides. Visit the Roman Gardens, showcasing ancient remnants, and the UK’s largest Roman Amphitheatre, where you can imagine thrilling gladiatorial battles. Don’t miss walking the historic Chester City Walls for breathtaking views and a timeless experience. Stop at the iconic Eastgate Clock to capture the perfect photo. Chester beautifully combines history, beauty, and adventure—making it an experience you’ll cherish!

  7. Chester Mystery Adventure: The Mystery of the Missing 9th Legion, Chester10

    10. Chester Mystery Adventure: The Mystery of the Missing 9th Legion

    5.0· 149 reviews· 3 hours

    Join the adventure, and turn the streets of Chester into a GIANT outdoor escape room! ✔️ Enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure to treasure with your friends ✔️ Combine your skills to crack the clues & unravel the epic tale ✔️ Discover Chester's amazing history & hidden gems For nearly 2,000 years, the fate of Rome’s missing 9th legion has been shrouded in mystery… until one lucky archaeologist makes the discovery of a lifetime... Are their secrets buried in the city of Chester? Nobody knows. But clues found in an old diary could finally expose the truth.. and this is where you come in... Your challenge is to track down hidden objects, decode symbols, and uncover hidden messages, as you eliminate suspects & gradually unravel the crime. And an exciting twist awaits.. Make it to the end and you'll be struck by an amazing ‘wow’ moment when the case is solved and the villain is revealed before your eyes! Don’t let the villain get away.. Your time to start is now!

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