2024 Chester Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

City day tours at Chester city walls

#citydaytours The Chester city walls are a historic and well-preserved set of defensive walls that surround the city center of Chester, England. The walls were originally built to protect the Roman fortress and settlement. Along the walls, you can explore towers, gates, and walkways such as Eastgate, Northgate, Watergate and Towers. The walk provides an excellent opportunity to appreciate the historical significance of the walls, enjoy scenic views of Chester, and explore its architectural heritage. They are also part of the Chester Conservation Area and contribute significantly to the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site status.

Church of England

#cherryblossom2024 Chester Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral and the mother church of the Diocese of Chester. It is located in the city of Chester, Cheshire, England. Chester Cathedral is one of the most significant heritage centres in the north west of England. Chester Cathedral is a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, and a cultural hub. By visiting Chester Cathedral, you will get to enjoy the unique blend of medieval and modern history of the church. Address: St Werburgh St, Chester CH1 2DY, United Kingdom Opening Hours: 9.30am - 6pm (Monday - Saturday) and 10am - 5pm (Sunday)

The Elegance of Chester Cathedral

Getting There - Chester Cathedral lies in the centre of Chester City, which is a reasonable enough size you can walk to the Cathedral. Attractions - inside the Cathedral there are beautiful ornate decoration, stained glass windows and beautiful music. Hotels - nearby hotels range from international hotels, to small B&Bs Food & Restaurants - there's a beautiful range of coffee shops outside of the cathedral, including board game cafes and creative spaces. The cafe inside of the cathedral is in a beautiful room with a high ceiling Shopping - there's a small gift shop attached to the cathedral that helps to keep the old building supported financially.

The Roman City of Chester, Cheshire

Getting There - Take the train or bus from neighbouring cities Liverpool and Manchester. The closest airports are also in Liverpool and Manchester. Good connections and cheap buses. Attractions - From Roman remains to bars and restaurants, this buzzing university town has everything you need to keep you interested. The canals are stacked up with old canal boats, the high street has the latest fashion, and th cathedral is a marvel. Hotels - Chester is well known for its shopping trip weekends away, so major hotels, as well as smaller boutique hotels are available at reasonable prices. Food & Restaurants - take your pick from food markets, to Michelin star restaurants, I'd recommend going to the theatre for live music and a snack in the evening. #citybreak #oldtown #urbanexplorer

Chester in Winter

Chester in Winter #chester #chesteruk #chesterlife #manchester #uk #vacation #tripblazers #spooktaculartrip #awesomepic #mytripvlog

A day in Chester! 💚🤎 United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Chester, a beautiful city in northeast England, was founded by the Roman as a fortress in the 1st century A.D (around 2000 years ago). 🏰 Getting There - 1 hour train ride from Manchester. Well connected with most cities in the UK. Attractions - Chester cathedral, City walls, Chester zoo, Chester racecourse, Roman amphitheatre Food & Restaurants - Mostly Italian food choices Shop - A cute souvenir shop at Chester cathedral with a cafe is a good option #chester #chesire #onedaytrip #beautifulcity #daytrips #weekendvibes #weekendtrip #romancity #adaywellspent #uk #uktravel #wanderlust #travellovers #traveler #travelblogger

Short trip to Chester

Lego Chester

leo of Chester city

Pied Bull brewery/pub/hotel

Great for a city break in Chester

Chester 2 Days Itinerary

📍 Itinerary Overview 🚩 Sightseeing Route 🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions 🚇 Transportation 📷 Photo Spots 🍜 Local Cuisine 🏠 Accommodation 1.Imperial Hotel Blackpool 2.Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse 💡 Tips

Chester at Christmas

Chester Christmas Markets ideal city breaks easy to get round & really quite compact to view city walls & river .

what a beautiful morning in chester

beautiful morning in chester

It was fun

Miserable

When the Parking enforcement officer can’t find a car to put a ticket on :)

Chester’s finest

One of Chester’s taglines is the fact that its Victorian clock tower holds the title of the second most photographed clock in the United Kingdom. Despite the fact that you may hear this at least once on your visit, doesn’t mean that there’s not much else to do. Here are some of our tips - visit the new market hall, with a wide range of street food options available. -walk the cities walls both for the views of the city and also to gain an insight into the cities history. -take time to relax at the city’s meadows alongside the River Dee

Prince Rupert's Trench

Image 1 Visited University of Chester, Riggs Building site. Images 2,3: Sunrise #sunrise #aesthetic Walked through this amazing trench, towards the main campus. I'll be posting more of these images. History of Trench: Prince Rupert's Trench in Chester is a fascinating historical site that traces its origins back to the English Civil War. Named after Prince Rupert of the Rhine, a royalist commander, this trench was part of the fortifications used during the siege of Chester in the 17th century. Today, it offers visitors a glimpse into Chester's rich military history, tucked away within the city's ancient walls. It's a must-see for history enthusiasts, providing a tangible link to the past in this iconic English city. #chester #chesteruni #cinematic #explore #university #morningrun #collegediaries #100waysoftravel

Historical

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Chester

One of the lovelies places I've been to visit and I'm lucky enough to visit my daughter at Uni regularly. Hop on a train using my Trip app and I'm there in just over an hour. So many places to try out including #palm chester for wonderful cocktails and #botanist Chester for a stunning venue #Chester walls is a great place to walk to see the city in all it's glory and #Chester market is no ordinary market, filled with wonderful gifts and even more yummy food.

Fun Family Festival

Amazing time spent at Devafest!!!

Chester July 2024

We went out there on the sunny day. Strolling along the river with the lovely view on the sky and ice cream in my hand. Chester is in the England.

☀️☀️day in Chester

Amazing day away in Chester. The cathedral was beautiful and the garden was so serene. Town centre was buzzing with tourists, shops and musician.

Eastgate of Chester city walls

#europetrip Eastgate is a prominent part of Chester’s city walls and is topped by an elegant clock that towers into the air. It is a key feature in Chester, UK. By strolling Eastgate, you will get to admire the architecture of the wall and clock, shopping, and stop for a bite or a cup of coffee. On top of the Eastgate, you will get to see the picturesque street and historical building. Address: 41-45 Eastgate St, Chester CH1 1LE, United Kingdom

Double Tree by Hilton <3

This hotel/spa in the heart of Chester was absolutely beautiful! Such a scenic place and the staff were absolutely incredible! Check it out… you won’t be disappointed!:)#getway #love #chester

Chester,UK

Chester

Chester is a cathedral city...beautiful

Chester Racecourse 🏇

#weekendgetaways Chester Racecourse is a historic horse racing venue located in Chester, Cheshire, England. The racecourse is situated near the center of Chester, close to the River Dee. Chester Racecourse is considered to be the oldest racecourse still in use in England, with records dating back to the early 16th century. Racecourse is known for its unique layout, featuring a circular track that is just over 1 mile (1.6 km) in length. This makes it one of the shortest racecourses in the UK. The racecourse hosts several major race meetings throughout the year. Address: New Crane St, Chester CH1 4JD, United Kingdom

Chester city walls

#weekendgetaways The Chester city walls are a historic and well-preserved set of defensive walls that surround the city center of Chester, England. The walls were originally built to protect the Roman fortress and settlement. Along the walls, you can explore towers, gates, and walkways such as Eastgate, Northgate, Watergate and Towers. The walk provides an excellent opportunity to appreciate the historical significance of the walls, enjoy scenic views of Chester, and explore its architectural heritage. They are also part of the Chester Conservation Area and contribute significantly to the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site status.

Chester Clock

The clock at the centre of Chester city

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