Chester Self-Guided Walking Tour

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Highlights

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LocationChester, United Kingdom
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Number of stops13
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Total distance4.5km
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Total duration2h

Overview

Welcome to Jake’s Self-Guided Tour of Chester! This 2-hour tour will show you all the top attractions that this incredible city has to offer. I will guide you through the must-see spots such as the impressive Chester Cathedral, the beautiful Eastgate Clock, parts of the famous Roman Wall and much more. Tag along to explore the historic streets of Chester that defined Roman life almost two thousand years ago like no other city in the UK. Your tour starts in front of Chester Cathedral and finishes at Grosvenor Park. Join us on this introduction to Chester! A great way to orientate yourself in the city and at a price to suit everybody’s budget. We have a recommended route to follow on the map, however, you are free to take the route that suits you best. This tour is designed for you to do at your leisure. It's a tour guided by the app, you will have the stops pinpointed on the map and the directions explained at each stop in case you need them. Plug your headphones in and head to our first stop!

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Laura Benson
12 months ago
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What a brilliant way to explore Chester! The app worked flawlessly and the commentary on the Roman walls was excellent.

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David Ng
about 1 year ago
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Really enjoyed the flexibility of this tour. Learned a lot about Roman history and discovered spots I would’ve otherwise missed.

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Chloe Randall
about 1 year ago
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Perfect for our first day in Chester! It gave us a great overview of the city’s layout and some really fascinating stories.

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Anthony Michaels
over 1 year ago
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Good value for money and surprisingly informative. The directions were clear and we loved taking our time through the Roman Wall section.

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Meera Patel
8 months ago
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Jake’s voice and narration style made this tour feel like a local showing us around. The Eastgate Clock stop was a highlight!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a guided tour or a self-guided tour?

It's a self-guided audio tour. You can explore at your own pace, whether you're on your own, with friends or with family, using the Exploro app.

How does it compare to a guided tour?

Guided tours are great if you want detailed commentary or a social experience. Self-guided tours let you move at your own pace, pause wherever you like and explore on your own schedule.

Can I download the tour in advance?

Yes! You can download all media upfront to save data and enjoy the tour even with limited connectivity.

How long does the tour take?

Most people finish in a few hours. Go at your own pace, pause when you want and take breaks for photos, food or just to soak it all in.

Can I pause the tour and resume later?

Absolutely! You can pause anytime and pick up again whenever you want, even on another day.

Is this tour suitable for kids?

Yes! It's great for families and children, though we recommend some parental guidance along the way.

Availability

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Days

Monday to Sunday

schedule

Start time

Whenever you like

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Languages

English

Ready to get started?

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