Chester Rows: The Inside StoryUnravel the mysterious past of Chester's two tiered shopping galleries this 2 hour tour takes you to parts of the city rich in hush-hush history and a tea shop where high tea is definitely on the menu.
It's the Inside Story of the 700 year old rows from top to bottom and its full of surprises.
Departs every Wednesday and Friday at 2pm from the Chester Town Hall Tourist Information Centre, May to October.
Price: Adults £5.00, Concessions £4.00. Tickets available from Town Hall Tourist Information Centre and Chester Visitor Centre.
Telephone: 01244 402445
E-mail:tours@chester.gov.uk
Ghosthunter TrailTake night-time journey around the eerie haunts of Chester's mysterious and murky past.
Hear spine-chilling tales of ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night. Revisit scenes of phantom phenomena, spine-chilling happenings and macabre, sinister and supernatural events with a ghosthunter guide. Tour departs from the Town Hall Tourist Information Centre on Northgate Street.
Tickets available in advance from the information centre in person or by calling 01244 402385.
If still available can be bought on the evening from the Shropshire Arms Pub, Northgate Street (£5.00 all tickets) but if possible should be bought in advance to avoid disappointment.
ADULTS £5.00, CONC. £4.00, FAMILY £13.00
Group Tours available all year round - call 01244 402445 for further details
Ghost Hunter Trail
from Tourist Information Centre
Chester
Cheshire
CH1 2HJ Tel: 01244 402385
Roman ToursYou will be guided around Chester by some of the last remaining full time professional Romans in Britain and they are available throughout the year, enduring the British climate with authentic clothing and equipment. Their tours are informative and a lot of fun as you cover the walls, the amphitheatre and the roman gardens. They pride themselves on their historical accuracy and strive to make the presentations relevant, educational and fun for all age groups.
Recent winners of the Cheshire Tourism awards this is a highly recommended tour of our great city.
Tel: 0870 2427337 (National rate)
Mobile: 07885 403485
email: info@romantoursuk.com
Secret Chester TourExplore some of Chester's most ancient and fascinating buildings including the towers on the City Walls, not usually open to the general public. A two hour walking tour, literally unlocking the secret treasures of Chester's past. Note steep steps which may be unsuitable for some.
NB tour may be affected by poor weather and can be cancelled at the guide's discretion. Places are limited and pre booking is recommended
Secret Chester TourTourist Information Centre
Northgate Street
Chester
CH1 2HJ Tel: 01244 351609
Walk Talk Tours
Chester Heritage Tours Tour the fantastic city of Chester on our open top vintage bus and experiance the cities Archaeological and architectural heritage. Tours depart from the coach stop, outside the Chester Visitor Centre, from Monday to Saturday, and from the Cathedral on Sunday. The vehicle has a total passenger capacity of 33(17 upstairs and 16 downstairs). The downstairs section has been transformed into a 1st class compartment to offer an alternative experience of Chester. The standard tour takes approximatly 30 minutes where the expert guides and ready-made, ever-moving scenery will theatrically take passengers back in time.
City SightseeingCity Sightseeing
No city in Britain is richer in terms of archaeological and architectural treasures than Chester, the Walled City on the River Dee. The City Sightseeing Chester Tour will introduce you to the City Walls, the Cathedral, Roman Amphitheatre and much, much more. Discover how Chester has survived and prospered through the ebb and flow of history as you are transported around the city.
Just as Chester's history has been linked with the River Dee, so it is with the Chester Tour.
The bus crosses the Dee by both the Grosvenor and Old Dee Bridges and at The Groves provides a convenient connection with the river cruises operated by Bithell's Boats - take advantage of a combined Bus & River Cruise Ticket.
For Combined Bus and Boat Tour Fares
The tour operates on a "hop-on, hop-off" basis and your ticket is valid for 24 hours allowing you to stop off and visit any of the attractions on route. We look forward to seeing you.
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Tel: 01244 381461
Chester BoatsFrom the moment you and your guests are welcomed aboard by our friendly staff to the moment you leave we guarantee a smoothly organised event to remember. Cruises are available all year round from half hour daily cruises to special evening functions.
For an alternative to the traditional group function, ChesterBoat offers a refreshing change with a nautical flavour. Whether you are organising a large corporate hospitality event, a small family celebration or even a romantic Wedding reception afloat, we cater to your specific requirements.
City Cruise Round Trip 30 Minutes
Adults £6.00 Concession/Students £5.50 Children £2.50
Ironbridge Cruise Round Trip 2 hours
Adults £12.00 Concession/Students £10.00 Children £6.00
Chester Boat, Souters Lane, The Groves, Chester, CH1 1SD
Telephone 01244 325394, Fax 01244 325396
Roman High Tea CruisesReaching Roman parts of Chester that other transport does not have the privilege to reach.
Relax and enjoy the historic views as we guide you through the history of the Shropshire Union canal.Meet a Roman Soldier and ask him questions about Roman history and lifestyle.
Chester Food & Drink Festival
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