Canterbury Cathedral sits at the heart of English history, with over 1,400 years of stories for you to discover.

As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cathedral sits alongside the Giza Pyramids, the Taj Mahal, and Chichen-Itza as a must-visit location of outstanding universal value to humanity.

Find out more about the Cathedral through the ages. 

Whether seeking out dragons and grotesques, marvelling at carved tombs, or exploring our cloisters and green spaces, there’s plenty to do, including a range of events during school holidays.

You might even be lucky enough to spot the peregrine falcons that sometimes make the Cathedral their home!

Plan your visit to the Cathedral. 

For more than 1,400 years, God has been worshipped in Canterbury Cathedral.

With its roots in the Benedictine tradition, our ongoing daily pattern of morning and evening prayer and Eucharist (Holy Communion) continues the prayers of countless generations.

All are welcome to come to our services.

Find out more about worship at Canterbury Cathedral. 

The Cathedral is a masterpiece of stained glass, stone and art, and our Archives & Library holds an impressive collection of manuscripts and records dating back to the 8th century.

These unique items can be seen during your visit, by appointment, and online.

Find out more about our collections. 

"There is no lovelier place in the world than Canterbury" - Virginia Woolf.

Less than an hour from London, Canterbury is a perfect day out, with something for everyone - from parks and riverside walks, to great shopping experiences, and a diverse choice of cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars.

Find out what else there is to do in Canterbury. 

Canterbury Cathedral was established in 597 AD, when Augustine, sent by Pope Gregory the Great to reintroduce Christianity to England, was welcomed to Kent by King Ethelbert and Queen Bertha.

Discover the history.

Daily worship has taken place at Canterbury Cathedral for more than 1,400 years - a tradition we continue to this day. 

Join our services in-person or online.

Canterbury Cathedral is a living place of worship, maintained by an exceptional community, which includes friendly Shepherds and Stewards, talented craftspeople, world-class choir, and over 600 volunteers

Who you'll meet when you visit us. 

The Cathedral itself is a treasure trove of sculpture, paintings, and stained glass - but you can discover even more of the Cathedral collections in our Archives and Library, which hold a wealth of manuscripts, charters, illustrated books, maps and other records dating back to the late 8th century.

Discover our collections.