Top 10 Free Things to do in Canterbury, England

March 17, 2022 Leida Jutras

Canterbury (/ˈkæntərbri/ ( listen), /-bəri/, or /-bɛri/) is a historic English cathedral city and UNESCO World Heritage Site, which lies at the heart of the City of Canterbury, a local government district of Kent, England. It lies on the River Stour.
Restaurants in Canterbury

3 Palace Street, Canterbury CT1 2DY England +44 1227 639086 http://lilfordgallery.com/
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Lilford Gallery

Reviewed By futtock21 - London, United Kingdom

Lilford Gallery has a branch and a framers in Folkestone but its Canterbury gallery is the heart of its business. And a more eclectic range of modern art would be difficult to imagine with the odd David Hockney and Peter Blake print, contemporary sculpture, urban grime smut and filth, Damien Hirst spots, Anita Klein self-indulgences, drawings by the late punkster Ian Dury, even the occasional Salvador Dali lithograph. It’s spread over two floors both feeling like something of a stage set. All that’s missing is a grand piano and a nightly cabaret show.

2. Houdini's Magic Bar

6 St. Peters Street, Canterbury CT1 2AT England +44 1227 452233 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/houdinismagicbarcanterbury/
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5.0 based on 139 reviews

Houdini's Magic Bar

Houdini’s Magic Bar a place out of the ordinary! A little bit quirky and a lot Magical! Every evening you are invited to join us, settle in and experience Miracles of Magic whilst enjoying great drinks and great company. See shows, close up and exclusive performances by our Resident Magician’s, many of whom are members of the prestigious Black Card Club and Magic Circle. Houdini’s Magic Bar first opened in the Dickensian town of Broadstairs in 2016. It is a warm and welcoming place to come and enjoy fine refreshments and is home to some of Kent’s finest Magicians. We are proud to have won Newcomer of the Year 2017 in the Kent Life Food and Drink Awards. Houdini’s now has a second bar in Canterbury, both Magic Bars celebrate all that is Magic and the interiors lend themselves to a whole manner of Magic curiosities. All of customers are welcomed to while away the hours with us in a bar like no other! Come in for a catch up, a great drink and enjoy live Magic.

Reviewed By 637zaras

Keiran and Caitlin were so great ! We were the first ones in the bar and they sat at ur table and did their own magic show for us ! They even recommended some great cocktails - such a good time will definitely be back!✨

3. Walrus & Oyster Emporium

47A Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HW England https://www.facebook.com/Walrusandoyster/
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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Walrus & Oyster Emporium

Reviewed By johndW5341EB

Fantastic and unique little shop full of amazing and unique gifts and treasure from local artists, . Would definitely recommend a vist. Staff also really friendly.

4. St. Martin's Church

St. Martins Court North Holmes Road, Canterbury CT1 1QS England +44 1227 768072 [email protected] http://www.martinpaul.org
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4.5 based on 202 reviews

St. Martin's Church

Reviewed By Yvonne074 - Arundel, United Kingdom

If you are exploring the Canterbury World Heritage Site, this is a must. Queen Bertha of Kent was a Frankish Princess. Her pagan husband gave her permission to follow her religion in an abandoned Roman church, which is integrated in the structure of this fascinating building. You can follow her daily walk out through the City Walls. Her husband was soon converted with the arrival of Augustine in Kent.

5. Greyfriars Chapel and Franciscan Gardens

Stour Street, Canterbury CT1 2BD England +44 1227 471688 [email protected] http://www.eastbridgehospital.org.uk/canterbury/greyfriars-introduction.htm
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4.5 based on 182 reviews

Greyfriars Chapel and Franciscan Gardens

Reviewed By Enka29

Tucked away from the high street, so worth a short five minute walk to discover this little piece os tranquility.

6. The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge

18 High Street, Canterbury CT1 2RA England +44 1227 862162 [email protected] http://thebeaney.co.uk
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4.5 based on 691 reviews

The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge

The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge is an Art Gallery, Library and Visitor Information Centre situated in the heart of historic Canterbury. This award winning facility provides state-of-the-art exhibition galleries, excellent educational facilities and a varied programme of events for all ages. The building takes its name from its benefactor, Dr James George Beaney, a Canterbury-born man of modest background who studied medicine before emigrating to Australia, where he found his success. Upon his death in 1891, Dr Beaney left money in his will to the city of Canterbury to build an ‘Institute for Working Men’ with amenities for men from poor backgrounds such as his own. His patronage was fundamental in building the Beaney Institute: a new home for the Canterbury Royal Museum and Free Library, now known as The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge. A cultural hub in East Kent, praised for its welcoming atmosphere, providing a range of services under one roof, uniting art, heritage, books, ideas, information and collections. Whether you are a frequent Library user, a teacher on a Schools Workshop, a parent enjoying the perfect cup of coffee in our Cafe or an inquisitive explorer studying our treasures from the Ancient worlds; The Beaney is a building for everyone.

Reviewed By Caninecaper - London, United Kingdom

We popped in on a day visit to Canterbury. Fascinating place with lots of articles related to local people which ranged from art, victorian taxidermy to peoples personal collections of artifacts. All fascinating. It is great to see a local museum with free entry.

7. RSPB Reserve Blean Woods

Church Wood, Rough Common Road Rough Common, Canterbury CT2 9DD England +44 1227 464898 http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/b/bleanwoods/
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

RSPB Reserve Blean Woods

Reviewed By richardellis1966

This is a popular place for locals for a reason. The woods are well managed and you see the variety of woodlands at different phases of management. We love this place. Walk there if you can as parking is limited.

8. Westgate Gardens

Westgate Grove, Canterbury CT1 2BQ England +44 1227 475202 http://www.canterbury.co.uk/Canterbury-Westgate-Gardens/details/?dms=13&nearby=1&GroupId=2&venue=3030588
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4.5 based on 1,003 reviews

Westgate Gardens

Reviewed By gailbh - Essex, United Kingdom

My husband and I walked through these gardens quite a few times over our three day stay in Canterbury, very peaceful and tranquil, walking along the river, also enjoyed a lovely cup of tea, weather permitting in the outdoor terrace.

9. St Dunstan's Church

80 London Road, Canterbury CT2 8LS England http://www.canterbury.co.uk/things-to-see-and-do/Canterbury-St-Dunstan%27s-Church/details/?dms=13&GroupId=2&venue=3031391
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

St Dunstan's Church

10. St. Mildred's Church

Church Lane, Canterbury CT1 2PP England +44 1227 762428 http://www.stpeters-stmildreds.org.uk/churches/st-mildreds.html
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

St. Mildred's Church

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