Britain · CHESTER TOURS
Think of this as the list you would text a friend landing next week: 14 chester tours worth the money, with the one thing to know before committing to each.
Explore Roman Chester with a costumed soldier-guide, ancient walls, Britain’s largest amphitheater, Roman gardens, and hidden remains.
“It was very informative and interesting. Giving a good history of the Roman fortress and way of life in Chester.”
Review of Chester Zoo, with 30,000 animals, huge gardens, indoor habitats, family activities, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“We loved all of the zoo, it was very clean , lots of places to eat, the environment was nice with lovely plants and trees. The animals were looked after and their environments excellent We had a great day.”
Review of Sick to Death in Chester, a funny, gory, interactive history of medicine attraction with family appeal and practical booking tips.
“A bit too horror for my taste regarding my kid's exposure to this kind of scary, but otherwise lots of interesting information regarding the history of diseases and medicine. For those who know to read, especially.”
Review of Chester’s $13 hop-on hop-off bus tour, with Roman sights, city walls, cathedral views, river stops, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Driver very helpful as I had booked online then forgot my phone on the day!! Paid again but hoping for refund of original booking. Bus tour very informative and enjoyable, very impressed with Chester. We were only there for the day so this was the perfect way to see all the interesting new Roman sites that have been excavated.”
Review of ChesterBoat’s 30-minute River Dee cruise, with city views, history commentary, onboard drinks, access tips, and value advice.
“A lovely, informative and relaxing way to see Chester. Also very helpful with a disbaled member of our group.”
Explore Chester with a flexible phone-based treasure hunt covering Roman ruins, the Rows, River Dee, and more in about two hours.
“Great way to explore the city- challenging at times but the hints helped😊 Loved the way it made you look more carefully at the surroundings and took you up alleyways which we would never have found otherwise. Explored the city in some depth. It was fun and we all really enjoyed it. Thank you”
Explore Chester’s medieval walls, Rows, amphitheatre, and archers’ story on a lively 90-minute walking tour with a costumed guide.
“Our guide Thomas was excellent, very knowledgeable and clear. He put everything into context without losing his audience.”
Explore Chester through local food, drinks, Roman sights, and independent venues on this sociable 4.5-hour walking tour.
“This was the best food tour that I’ve ever been on. Steph was a really professional and informative host who definitely knew about great food. She took us to amazing restaurants that we would never have found on our own and gave us so many tips for other great eateries. The tour was excellent value and we had a wonderful day. I would absolutely recommend going on this food tour at the beginning of any stay in Chester, and you’ll get the best advice on what to see and where to eat, as well as having a great day.”
Review of Chester’s hop-on hop-off bus tour, with route details, stop-by-stop tips, pricing, timing, value, and advice on who should book.
“Very good way of seeing the sights and finding your way around. Many convenient stops around the city. Good value for money.”
Explore North Wales from Chester on an 8-hour BusyBus tour covering Llandudno, Conwy, Snowdonia, Betws-y-Coed, and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
“We joined the tour at the railway station in Chester and were across the border to Wales in no time. The gives a great taste of the stunning beauty of the landscape and architecture of Wales. The pace of the tour is good, with enough time at each location to appreciate what you are seeing. Snowdonia National park is breathtaking and the walk along the beautiful canal aqueduct, with its views over the valley was a perfect way to end the tour. Lee’s commentary is an absolute highlight.”
Explore North Wales from Chester with Conwy Castle, Snowdonia, Betws-y-Coed, Swallow Falls and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in one day.
“A lot of activity for your money! we truly got a sense of the Welch culture! Several unique stops with just the right amount of time to walk around and take it all in. We've taken many tours in Europe and this has been the best value for our money- wouldn't change a thing!”
Review of Chester’s 90-minute guided walk, covering Roman ruins, the Rows, Eastgate Clock, cathedral, city walls, price, pacing, and practical tips.
“It's in English and the route isn't worth much, really. I went alone first and saw many wonderful sites and on the guided tour you can not see even 4 of those sites. Incomprehensible. Otherwise. Professional and friendly Rlzguis in your midstAuto-translated”
Explore Chester’s Roman, medieval, and Victorian sights on a 90-minute small-group walk with local guides Phil or Caroline.
“Very knowledgeable guide and the walk was very well presented. Highly recommended”
Review of the 10-hour North Wales tour from Chester, with Conwy, Eryri National Park, Betws-y-Coed, and Caernarfon Castle.
“There was some confusion as to the meeting place but it was swiftly fixed and our tour guide could not have been better.”
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