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
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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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Dark Chester tour
Dark Chester tour shines a flickering candlelight into Chester's dark -tourism heritage.
Heart of Chester Guided Walk
Explore and fall in love with Chester and discover the heart of this ancient and romantic city.
Watergate Street Trail
The thriving historic city of Chester is home to the longest and most complete city walls in Britain. Originally built for protection, they are now one of the city's major visitor attractions.
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
Chester Family Tour
Marvel at buildings and monuments that have been standing for centuries as you undertake an interactive tour through two thousand years of history in just sixty minutes.
Victorian Chester Trail
What the Dickens! It's a trail around Victorian Chester – or it's not all Black & White (although a lot of it is) Chester's famous black and white buildings attract visitors from across the world.
Women of Chester Guided Walk
Walk in the footsteps of Chester's amazing women. Join one of our local guides on a walk through the city streets and nearly 2,000 years of history.
Chester on a Plate Food Tours
Discover Chester in an original, fun way as you are taken on a multi -stop, culinary adventure across the city.