Canterbury Cathedral

Welcome to the Group Travel Site for Canterbury

Welcome to the beautiful district of Canterbury including Herne Bay, Whitstable and the surrounding countryside. Whether you are a coach company, small travel specialist, incoming operator or group organiser, the Canterbury district is an ideal base to discover the south east of England.

 

Canterbury possesses a captivating mixture of history, culture and architecture. Easily explored on foot, the city offers plenty of surprises. Winding lanes and streets - all with their own unique identity - enrich the imagination and take visitors back to another age. With three universities, a thriving retail hub and countless cafés and restaurants, the city is always brimming with excitement and adventure.

 

To the north of Canterbury is the seaside town of Herne Bay which is a hive of activity throughout the summer months. Visitors can enjoy fish and chips or an ice cream and soak up the sun by walking along the promenade in this very traditional seaside resort.

 

To the west of Herne Bay is Whitstable - famous for its oysters and so much more. Charming cafés, pubs, great restaurants and quaint shops all serve to make the town so special. Despite Whitstable's popularity, it's still a place where intimacy thrives. Rich with character and colour, Whitstable leaves its own impression on all who visit the town.

 

 
Canterbury Westgate Towers and River Stour

Canterbury has been welcoming travellers for centuries and they have all left their mark. Come and see for yourself and lose yourself in the magic of a bygone age.

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Herne Bay beach huts and sea

Herne Bay offers a great day out with wonderful beaches, superb seafront gardens and lively events. Herne Bay is the traditional British seaside at its very best.

Herne Bay
Whitstable beach at sunset

Whitstable is famous for its oysters, seafood and maritime heritage, with a vibrant contemporary arts scene and a range of specialist shops to browse.

Whitstable

Festivals

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Click here to find about about festivals taking place in Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay including the Whitstable Oyster Festival, Herne Bay Festival, Canterbury Food and Drink festival and Canterbury Festival. Festivals in Canterbury.

 

Planning a group visit?

Contact our Visitor Centre on 01227 378100 or email Canterbury Visitor Centre.

 

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