See & Do
Tours & Sightseeing
Tours, Trails & Hidden Gems
The history of Chester (Deva Victrix) dates all the way back to AD79 when the Romans established a fortress site for the 20th legion (Valeria Victrix) which was charge with suppressing the army led by the warrior queen Boadicea.
From then to the modern day, Chester has continually evolved and adapted to become one of the richest cities in Britain for archaeological and architectural treasures.
There’s a great selection of tours available and with the planning done for you it’s the more relaxing way to enjoy the sights and sounds of Chester. If you would like more help with booking your tour, take a trip to our Visitor Information Centre located at the Town Hall.
Get up close and discover the inner secrets and history of Chester, covering nearly 2000 years on a tour of the city, on foot, with a real-life 'Roman', on a sightseeing bus or by boat!
Enjoy not only the history of the city but listen out for many intriguing anecdotes which have all played their part in making Chester what it is today. You'll be amazed at how much history there is to explore.
A river cruise is a lovely way to while away a few hours appreciating the beauty of the river.
If you plan to visit any of our attractions please check opening times and admission prices with each individual business before you travel, despite us aiming to bring you real time information about the county's offerings things do change frequently.
Self Guided Trails
Experiences
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Chester Giant Wheel
From Saturday 5th April 2025 a 35-metre Observation Wheel will be operating in Chester and will offer incredible views of the local and wider area for you to enjoy.​ The wheel will be located in Grosvenor Park until Sunday 2nd November 2025. ​
£8.00 From price per person
Early Access Bird Photography Tour
Capture the wonder of Chester Zoo through a camera lens.
£70.00 From price per person
Secret Life of the Zoo Tour
Join an exclusive tour of Chester Zoo to see some of the stars of the hit show.
£70.00 From price per person
Elephant House Behind the Scenes Tour
Walk in the footsteps of the Asian elephants on a guided tour of the elephant house at Chester Zoo..
£60.00 From price per person
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Unmissable Events
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Dates: 14th May - 14th May 2025
Experience Chester’s Fabulous Food Scene! Join us on 14th May for an exclusive Safari Supper and enjoy a delicious three-course meal at three different independent venues across Chester.
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Edwardian Lady Walking Tour
Step back in time with Eliza Dutton, Chester’s very own Edwardian Lady, and uncover stories of the city during one of the most fascinating periods of modern history.
The Rows Trail
This walk covers around 600 yds (1km). Take care – you may meet low beams and different floor surfaces as you walk. And don't forget to take a look at the Rows from street level as you explore.
Tudor Chester Trail
Chester’s history spans over 2000 years including Roman, Saxon, Norman, Medieval, Tudor, Stuart, Georgian and Victorian.
Treasure Hunt Chester
Turn today into an adventure with Treasure Hunt Chester
Viking Chester Tours
Viking Chester Tours take you for a walk on the wilder side.
Tours Around Chester
Walking Food Tours UK is a multi-award-winning experience provider dedicated to uncovering the finest food and drink scenes across various regions in the UK.
Medieval Chester Trail
In this guide, we'll be taking a look at Chester in the Norman and later medieval periods, from around 1070 to 1500. But please excuse us if we don't stick too rigidly to these date
Roman Chester Trail
In common with many other places in Britain with the words chester, cester or caster in their name, the city we now call Chester was once home to a Roman castrum or military fort.