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Chester has the most complete city walls, the oldest racecourse and the largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain, plus a 1000 year old Cathedral with Europe's finest example of medieval carvings - and of course the one and only 700 year old Rows galleries where shopping is a double delight.
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Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant...
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Chester has the most complete city walls, the oldest...
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Chester is a cathedral city and the county town of Cheshire, England, on the River Dee, close to the England-Wales border. With a built-up area population of 92,760 in 2021, [1] it is the most populous settlement of Cheshire West and Chester (which had a population of 357,150 in 2021). [5]
This interactive Chester map includes hotels, tourist attractions, and transport links in the city centre and beyond. Popular destinations on the map include Chester Zoo, Cineworld Broughton, Chester Cathedral, and Chester Train Station. The map offers two unique views.
Things to Do in Chester, England: See Tripadvisor's 277,430 traveller reviews and photos of Chester tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Chester. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
- Eastgate Clock. The Eastgate Clock is part of the city walls and is the second most photographed in the UK after Big Ben in London. The clock really is beautiful and it’s an iconic image of Chester.
- Roman Amphitheatre. Chester has deep Roman roots going back two millenia and the amphitheatre in the centre of the city is testiment to that. Only part of the amphitheatre has been excavated due to Dee House, a listed building hvaing been built on the site, but it’s still an impressive sight.
- Chester Rows. The Chester Rows are a quintessential part of the city's charm! The Rows are a series of covered walkways with shops on two levels, creating a unique medieval shopping experience.
- Chester Cathedral. I was simply blown away by my visit to Chester Cathedral and I believe it’s one of the best things to do in Chester. The Cathedral is an imposing, impressive building from the outside set in small gardens that dates from 1093, although it has several modifications since it was first built.
Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, a cultural hub, a centre of musical excellence, a unique blend of modern and medieval history.
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Jan 17, 2010 · Chester is a magnet for tourists and, from amphitheatre to zoo, has plenty to offer visitors. Here are the top 20 reasons why you should visit this great city. Clock The historic clock on Eastgate Street is Chester 's best-known landmark and the second most photographed clock in Britain.
