Information for Travel Trade

From its atmospheric Crypt and medieval stained glass to the grandeur of the Nave and the stories of pilgrims, saints and royalty, a visit to Canterbury Cathedral is essential to any Kent or Southeast England itinerary.

Sightseeing at Canterbury Cathedral

Our sightseeing admission tickets give visitors access to the areas of Canterbury Cathedral open to the public. This usually includes the Cathedral, precincts, gardens, exhibitions, mini talks, activity trails and events, subject to availability.

Visitors can explore 1,400 years of history, including the Cathedral's magnificent architecture, medieval stained glass, historic graffiti, collections and stories connected with pilgrimage and worship.

Your groups can enjoy either a self-guided visit, a private guided tour, or bring their own Blue Badge Cathedral Accredited guide.

We provide:

Media guides available to hire for £5. Available in English, French, German and Japanese
Guided tours and mini talks to help visitors discover the Cathedral's stories
Guidebooks available to purchase
Payment options for travel trade, tour operators, guides and group organisers - ask about setting up an account with us

We recommend allowing around two hours for a sightseeing visit to Canterbury Cathedral, with extra time if your group would like a guided tour, or pre-booked refreshments.

Travel Trade and Group Rates

See our special rates for groups and travel trade

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Getting here and parking

By Rail

Canterbury has two train stations with links to London and Dover - Canterbury East and Canterbury West. Both are around a 15 minute walk from the Cathedral.

Canterbury Coach Park

Kingsmead Road
Canterbury
CT1 1BW
48 spaces for large vehicles
Open 24 hours every day.

Canterbury Coach Park is approximately a 10 minute pleasant riverside walk from the city centre. There is no coach parking available within the city walls.

The coach park is easily accessible from the main routes into the city with parking machines accepting credit cards and cash.

Toilets including disabled, baby changing facilities and water point are available.

No height restrictions.

Canterbury Coach Drop-Off Point
The coach drop off point is located in St George's Lane in front of Whitefriars Shopping Centre and approximately 400 metres from Canterbury Cathedral. There are 2 marked bays for drop off and pick up.