Chester Boats
Boating Station: Souters Lane
Chester
Cheshire
United Kingdom

Tel: 01244 325394

No visit to Chester is complete without a cruise on the Dee - the best way to appreciate the beauty and character of this great city. Chester Boats offer cruises of half hour duration every 15 minutes during the season and craft are available for private charter, daytime and evenings. A particularly attractive 2 hour cruise to the Ironbridge through Eaton Estate, home of the Duke of Westminster, leaves The Groves at 12 noon daily throughout the season. Open April to October 10am till 5.30pm daily, October to April weekends only 11am till 4pm.

Chester Cathedral
St Werburgh Street
Chester
Cheshire
United Kingdom

Tel: 01244 324756

Chester Cathedral has been a place of worship for more than 1000 years. Parts of the Norman church that were begun in 1092 can still be seen in the present building, which reflects a beautiful Gothic architectural style. Discover the finest choir stalls in Britain, with intricately carved 'misericords'; the famous Cobweb Picture; monastic cloisters and garden; and a facsimile of Handel's Messiah, which was first rehearsed here. The cathedral is open daily and admission is free. The refectory provides snacks and meals, there is a shop on site, and an audiovisual exhibition of its history can be provided.

Cheshire Military Museum
The Castle
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 2DN
United Kingdom

Tel: 01244 327 617

The Chester Military Museum is an interesting, innovative and attractive museum in Chester Castle, a grade I listed building. It is always developing new ideas to interpret the stories of the men of the Regiments of Cheshire. These include the Cheshire Regiment, the Cheshire Yeomanry, the 3rd Carabiniers and the 5th Inniskilling Dragoons. With special activities, events and exhibitions throughout the year there is something for everyone.

Chester Racecourse
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 2LY
United Kingdom

Tel: 01244 304600

Chester Racecourse is reported to be the oldest course in Britain, with a history dating back to its use as a Roman Port and a racing heritage stretching from the 16th century. It is a major draw for visitors to the city, with 13 race days throughout the year and a fantastic atmosphere.

Chester Zoo
Upton-by-Chester
Chester
Cheshire
CH2 1LH
United Kingdom

Tel: 01244 380280

Chester Zoo is widely regarded as the premier zoological attraction in Britain, and is one of the largest to boot. The zoo is designed to create the best possible habitats for the species contained within, meaning that visitors can see the animals in naturalised environments. It makes a great family day out, and the monorail allows you to see the park from a whole new perspective.

The Chester Tour
Chester train station
Chester
Cheshire
United Kingdom

Tel: 01244 381461

One of the best ways to appreciate Chester’s 2000 years of history is to take one of our fully guided open-top sightseeing tours. Tours last 55 minutes but your ticket is valid all day so you may get on and off the tour as you please. There are frequent departures every day from various stops around the city including the Station, the River Dee, Town Hall and Lower Bridge Street. Save money with a bus and boat tour ticket, which includes a trip with Bithells Boats on the River Dee. Tickets can be purchased from the Chester Visitor Centre, the Tourist Information Centre or from the driver of the bus.

Dewa Roman Experience
Pierpoint Lane
1-2 Bridge Street
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 1NL
United Kingdom

Tel: 01244 343407

Dewa is the Roman fortress built almost 2000 years ago and now lying buried beneath the hustle and bustle of modern day Chester. Now you too can visit the Roman fortress of Deva - pronounced 'Dewa' in Roman times. Touch the past yourself in the 'hands-on' studio; this area has activities for everyone, ranging from trying on a replica suit of Roman armour, to handling Roman pottery and animal bones.