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Chester showing heritage elements, street scenes and a city
Chester showing street scenes, a city and signage
Chester Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, interior views and religious aspects
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Beatles Magical Mystery Tour

Beatles Magical Mystery Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 625 reviews
Price is ￥4,662 per adult
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Liverpool: Beatles-Themed Private Taxi Tour with Transfers

Liverpool: Beatles-Themed Private Taxi Tour with Transfers

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 55 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥31,858 per traveler*
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Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool

Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 63 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥12,531 per adult
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Chester: Chester Zoo Entry Ticket

Chester: Chester Zoo Entry Ticket

Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 172 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥8,071 per adult
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Chester: Chester Zoo Entry Ticket

Chester: Chester Zoo Entry Ticket

Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 172 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥8,071 per adult
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What to do in Chester

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Chester Zoo featuring kayaking or canoeing, a river or creek and zoo animals

Chester Zoo

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Traverse bridges, islands and replicas of distant lands in these gardens. See more than 400 species of rare and exotic wildlife.

Chester Zoo
Chester Racecourse featuring a sporting event as well as a large group of people

Chester Racecourse

4/5(9 reviews)

You can take time to visit Chester Racecourse during your travels to Chester. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Chester Racecourse
Chester City Walls showing a bridge and heritage elements

Chester City Walls

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Follow in the footsteps of the Roman soldiers, Norman warriors and Georgian civilians who traversed these walls over the centuries.

Chester City Walls
Chester Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a park

Chester Cathedral

4.5/5(63 reviews)

Climb to the top of a landmark bell tower for views of the city or watch birds of prey flying overhead at the falconry in this historic church.

Chester Cathedral
University of Chester showing an administrative buidling and heritage elements

University of Chester

4/5(1 review)

Take a campus tour of one of England’s oldest higher education institutions to see an intriguing blend of Victorian architecture with modern features.

University of Chester
Looks like a stone but this is a "stonefish". Most venomous fish in existence.

Blue Planet Aquarium

2/5(1 review)

Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Blue Planet Aquarium during your trip to Little Stanney. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Blue Planet Aquarium
Grosvenor Park which includes a garden

Grosvenor Park

Watch a Shakespearean play in an open-air theater, explore medieval arches and ride a miniature train in this Victorian-era park.

Grosvenor Park
Chester Town Hall taken yesterday afternoon. Taken on a Sony a6000 with a with a 7artisans fisheye lens.

Chester Town Hall

Chester Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Chester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Chester Town Hall
Chester which includes street scenes and heritage elements as well as a large group of people

The Rows of Chester

During your visit to Chester, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Rows of Chester. Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

The Rows of Chester

Popular day trips from Chester

Royal Liver Building which includes a city and heritage architecture

Liverpool

Wrexham showing street scenes

Wrexham

Anderson Boat Lift Northwich 5

Northwich

The new Runcorn bridge. Just opened.

Runcorn

Ellesmere Port lighthouse

Ellesmere Port

Rowton - footpath 5 Rowton - footpath 5 - pond near the Waverton parish boundary.
Photo by Mike Harris (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Rowton

This is a photo of listed building number

Rossett

Aerial View over Pontcysyllte Aqueduct at Autumn

Mold

Frequently asked questions

Is Chester worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Chester is visit Chester Zoo. Tick this top attraction off your agenda, then experience more of this area's walking trails and watersports.
How do I spend a day in Chester?
Chester Zoo and The Ice Cream Farm are two awesome places to kick-start your sightseeing adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in Chester while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Chester?
The top tourist attraction in Chester is Chester Zoo, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Chester?
You can easily enjoy leading attractions like Chester Zoo, Chester Cathedral and Crocky Trail with a three-day escape to Chester. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Liverpool.
Is Chester a walkable city?
Some top attractions in Chester, including Chester Zoo and Chester Cathedral, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Only 3 kilometers from the city center of Chester is Christleton and Blacon is 3 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Chester with kids?
Deciding what to do in Chester with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with toddlers or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly attractions to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Chester for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Chester, with experiences for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Chester City Walls or Chester Town Hall.
Are there free things to do in Chester?
In Chester, Chester Cathedral is a must-see spot for anyone looking to experience the city without taking their wallet out. Also, check out the parks and other neighborhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's a good way to learn about the best free things to do in Chester.