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Westminster Hotel

Westminster Hotel

Hotel conveniently located very close to Chester railway station....

Kilmorey Lodge

Kilmorey Lodge

A family-run, Victorian-style guesthouse....

Busybus Adventure Sightseeing Tours

Busybus Adventure Sightseeing Tours

BusyBus is Chester's very own award-winning sightseeing tour company providing a selection of exciting "adventures" from Chester to North Wales...

Halcyon Guest House

Halcyon Guest House

Located in Handbridge, 5 minutes pleasant walk to the city....

Dene Hotel

Dene Hotel

Special deals available - Run of House rooms where you are guaranteed a room which will be allocated on arrival....

Lavender Lodge Bed and Breakfast

Lavender Lodge Bed and Breakfast

Lavender Lodge offers quality accommodation in a late-Edwardian house, finished to a high standard.
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Museums and Heritage Adventures

Welcome to Chester Museums and Heritage Adventures section.

Heritage is part of Chester attractions and has a big part to play in forming Chester's personality and is often a popular choice. You can treat yourself and experience a choice of three museums and heritage venues.

Chester Museums and Heritage include:

Grosvenor Museum
27 Grosvenor Street, Chester
CH1 2DD
Tel: 01244 402008
Website: www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

This is an attraction that really does provide something for everyone and is often a popular choice.

RomanBringing Chester to life! Experience and learn about the Roman heritage and history.

Upon entering Grosvenor Museum you can do the following fun activities:

  • Special exciting exhibitions, activities and events
  • Chester Roman heritage
  • Natural and Social history of the area
  • Various costumes

OPEN: Daily: Mon - Sat 10.30am - 5.00pm; Sun 1.00 - 4.00pm
Admission: Free

Cheshire Military Museum
The Castle, Chester CH1 2DN
Tel: 01244 403933

There is so much to see and do, and is sheer fun for all the family. There are interactive elements to this visit and is educational as well as fun. You can experience the trenches and what it would have been like back in the military times. It is a welcoming atmosphere and one we are sure you will enjoy.

MILATRY MUSEUMTake a blast in the past and visit Cheshire Military Museum! You will see and do plenty.

You can expect to see and learn about:

  • The Cheshire Regiment
  • The Cheshire Yeomanry
  • The 3rd Carabiniers
  • The 5th Royal Iniskilling Dragoon Guards
  • Eaton Hall Officer Cadet School

OPEN: Daily 10am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
Admission charges apply

Chester Cathedral
12 Abbey Square, Chester CH1 2HU
Tel: 01244 324756
Website: www.chestercathedral.com

Chester Cathedral attracts thousands of visitors every year! Make sure you pay a visit to this 'must see attraction' that attracts hundreds of thousand visitors each year. The cathedral is a truly magnificent building and one that boasts the most complete Medieval monastic complex still standing in the UK.

CA must see attraction! Chester Cathedral is a beautiful and stunning building with a lot of character and history. Make sure you put Chester Cathedral on your 'must see list'.

Some aspects of the tour include:

  • A 200 year old Cobweb picture
  • The Medieval shrine of St Werburgh
  • 'GuidePORT' audio tour
Dewa Roman Experience
Pierpoint Lane, Bridge Street, Chester
Tel: 01244 343407

Ever thought what it would be like to be a Roman? Well now you have the chance! You can experience the sights, sounds and smells of Roman Chester. You can explore the 3 meter deep excavations and handle the Roman tools. This makes the ideal adventure for the whole family!

romanDewa Roman Experience - fun for all the family. Make sure you dont miss out!

During your experience you can expect to take part in:

  • Trying some of the Roman armour
  • Handling ancient pottery and animal bones
  • Discover the Roman fortress

OPEN: Daily 9:00am - 5:00pm (last admission). December and January: 10:00am - 4:00pm everyday.

 

 Your Itinerary Planner

Welcome to the Itinerary Planner.

Use this tool to build your own journey or choose from an exciting range of specially selected tours.

Did You Know..?

Chester is the only place in Britain to have maintained the tradition of regular midday proclamations at the High Cross where proclamations have been made since the Middle Ages. Chester's Town Criers, David and Julie Mitchell, are the world's first husband and wife Town Crier partnership.