Kent Visitor Guide

Visiting Kent: Top 10 things to do

  1. Canterbury

    Canterbury is Kent’s most beautiful city featuring World Heritage Site Canterbury Cathedral – a site of pilgrimage for centuries, a vibrant town centre enclosed by a castle wall, quirky architecture, the stunning Westgate Gardens and Marlowe Theatre – Kent’s top performing arts centre.

  2. Leeds Castle

    Frequently described as the most beautiful castle in the world, you cannot fail to be impressed by this picture perfect attraction.

  3. Rochester

    Often overlooked, Rochester is a delightful and charming town, featuring historic Rochester Cathedral, Rochester Castle and the high street all tightly interwoven with an eclectic mix of shops and the spiritual home of Charles Dickens. Rochester is the hidden jewel of Kent.

  4. The Historic Dockyard Chatham

    Connect with Kent’s impressive naval history at Chatham’s Historic Dockyard, formerly one of the most important Royal Navy bases in the country.

  5. Maidstone

    Kent’s county town is also Kent’s largest town. Maidstone features plentiful shopping, historic buildings, great outdoor spaces such as Mote Park and long walks along the River Medway plus a wide range of experiences on offer.

  6. Faversham

    Faversham is home to England’s oldest brewery Shepherd Neame and features eye-catching medieval architecture, with a wide variety of quaint shops, you’ll be sure to find a vintage gem here.

  7. Margate

    Up and coming Margate offers great beaches offering traditional seaside fun, the Turner Contemporary art gallery and Dreamland Margate are all sure to delight.

  8. Hever Castle & Gardens

    Discover 600 years of history at this spectacular castle & extensive gardens, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.

  9. Dover Castle

    Of great strategic importance nationally, commanding and defending the straight of Dover, in every respect a legendary medieval castle.

  10. Folkestone

    Folkestone provides plenty for the visitor including: Fokestone’s Creative Quarter, Kent Battle of Britain Museum, sandy beaches and the popular Folkestone Harbour Arm.