The King's Mile Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Canterbury Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a city

Canterbury Cathedral

This 1,400-year-old establishment is known for its breathtaking Gothic ceilings, its outstanding historical collections and its choir.

Canterbury Cathedral
Boats moored at a canal, Canterbury, Kent, England

University of Kent

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Kent during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its lively bars.

University of Kent
Panto time... "Oh no it's not"....

Marlowe Theatre

Get tickets for a show at Marlowe Theatre, a popular theatre in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Marlowe Theatre
Howletts is one of two parks owned by Aspinall foundation in Kent. Lots to see from Tigers, Lions and Gorillas to Elephants, Rhino and leopards. Yearly membership is available for both parks and Great value for money.

Howletts Wild Animal Park

See the exotic and native animals who call Howletts Wild Animal Park home during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Howletts Wild Animal Park
Fantastic small animal park, always expanding and well worth a days visit. open everyday except Christmas Day.

Wingham Wildlife Park

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Wingham Wildlife Park during your trip to Wingham. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Wingham Wildlife Park
The historic River Stour which flows through Canterbury, England.

Westgate Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Westgate Gardens, a lovely green space in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Westgate Gardens

Activities

front exterior of Leeds Castle in Kent, England

Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat Ride

NZ$269
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat Ride
Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide

NZ$34
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide
Kent Garden of England in Private Vehicle Tour including Passes

Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes

NZ$2,327
per adult
Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes
Canterbury Dover Castle and White Cliff Private Tour with Passes

Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included

NZ$2,147
per adult
Canterbury Dover Castle WhiteCliff Private Tour Admission tickets included
Kent Garden of England in Private Vehicle Tour including Passes

Private Tour of Hever Castle Canterbury cathedral Dover Castle Include Pass

NZ$2,327
per adult
Private Tour of Hever Castle Canterbury cathedral Dover Castle Include Pass
Dover Castle Admission Ticket

Dover Castle Admission Ticket

NZ$23
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Dover Castle Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best The King's Mile Hotel Deals

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf

4 out of 5
Princes Parade Hythe England
The price is NZ$149 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$149
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,085 reviews)
adequate

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf
Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Waterloo Crescent Dover England
The price is NZ$124 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$124
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in Dover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (854 reviews)
Excellent hotel and facilities. Had issue where toilet roll holder came off the wall and the shower would not stay in position due to fault meaning I had to hold the shower head up while showering. Apart from that was a great stay albeit the room was a little small

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Ashford International Hotel & Spa

Ashford International Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Simone Weil Avenue Ashford England
The price is NZ$163 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$163
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ashford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was perfect in our stay room was clean and nice all the amenities were good was a shamed that the hot tub wasn’t operating in our stay

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Ashford International Hotel & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

3 out of 5
A2 Upper Harbledown Canterbury England
The price is NZ$133 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$133
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Clean rooms, good food.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$163 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$163
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
I have stayed there before, and appreciate the fact that everything has improved. Welcoming vibs from Louise who did the checking-in. 💯

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
ABode Canterbury

ABode Canterbury

4 out of 5
30-33 High St Canterbury England
The price is NZ$160 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$160
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Good hotel, much better than our last stay! Barman was excellent.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

ABode Canterbury
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