Jump to navigation

Flight Centre
Flight Centre
133133
  1. Travel Destinations
  2. United Kingdom
  3. England
  4. Chester
Print this page
Chester
Country
England
Tweet
Overview
Gallery

Chester Destination Guide

Chester Holidays

Perched on the banks of the River Dee in Cheshire, England you’ll find the historic city of Chester. With its famed red sandstone city walls, striking Tudor and Victorian architecture and grand cathedral, Chester offers a perfect fusion of old-world charm and the bright and modern attitude it adopts today.

Known for its historical attractions, Chester is no doubt a fascinating destination for those looking to step back in time. But this delightful city also has plenty to offer to travellers seeking fun, entertainment, pampering and last but not least, shopping, shopping and – did we mention shopping?  

Top Attractions

Ignite your romance with Chester, and see the city from above, with a walk atop its 3.2-kilometre circuit of historic city walls. Originally built with earth by the Romans in 70AD, the City Walls were reconstructed around 100AD using sandstone. The most striking landmark on the circuit is Eastgate – one of the most famous clocks in England second only to Big Ben.

For awe-inspiring architecture, stop by Chester Cathedral. The interior of Chester Cathedral, with its towering Norman arches and incredible gothic columns, is nothing short of overwhelming. A former Benedictine Abbey, this imposing structure has a rich and fascinating history. Take a tour or sit in on one of the 1,200 regular services that run every year. Short on time? Simply take a moment to marvel at its sandstone exterior, which appears to glow pink in the sunlight.

Venture outside the city walls to discover the remains of a Roman military amphitheatre that, once upon a time, seated 7,000 people. These days the Roman Amphitheatre is used to host events and theatre productions, offering visitors a beautiful way to connect with its ancient past.

Launch Chester photo gallery »

Bath Street
Chester Castle
Chester Cathedral

Eat and Drink

The Rows, a bustling shopping, dining and entertainment precinct located in the city centre, offers a great range of restaurants, bars, cafés and gastro pubs. Enjoy local and international cuisine or just take a break with a traditional English afternoon tea of fresh scones with jam and cream.

Outside the city walls, explore rural Cheshire and head along country roads towards the Welsh border to discover charming inns and historic pubs serving up hearty meals and beer. For a local specialty from bygone times, see if you can find a classic Cheshire pork pie, which incorporates fresh apples for a touch of sweetness. Look out for local Cheshire cheese too, and enquire about Cheshire-brewed ales at the regional pubs.

Where to Stay

Most of the accommodation in Chester is located outside of the city walls, but if you simply must sleep where all the action is there are a few options available. Beyond those, Chester serves up a number of great places to rest your head, including boutique and luxury hotels, charming B&Bs and self-catering cottages. For an unforgettable English experience, why not try a farm stay and enjoy the lush green moorlands of the Cheshire countryside?

Shopping

The Rows offers a shopping experience that you simply cannot find anywhere else in the world. Running along the city’s 4 main streets, The Rows is made up of 2 levels; a street level and, above that, a covered arcade level that is accessed by steps. Both levels house lovely independent shops that are perfect for browsing or picking up souvenirs. The Rows’ charming Tudor and Victorian style architecture only heightens this unique shopping experience. Looking for big names brands without the big price tag? Head over to the Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and shop up a storm. 

Chester Like a Local

What could be more British than polo? Get involved in this national sport at the JF Polo Academy located outside of Chester. Channel your inner royal, mount your trusty steed, and learn to play polo like a champ. Beginners need not worry; introductory lessons are available. 

Other Destinations in England

  • London Destination Guide
  • Manchester Destination Guide
  • Liverpool Destination Guide
  • Newcastle Destination Guide
  • York Destination Guide
  • Dover Destination Guide

Chester Travel Deals

  • Chester Airfares and Flights
  • Travel Insurance
  • Car Hire
  • Home
  • Flights
      1. col1
        1. Domestic Flights »
        2. Flights to Adelaide
        3. Flights to Brisbane
        4. Flights to Canberra
        5. Flights to Gold Coast
        6. Flights to Melbourne
        7. Flights to Perth
        8. Flights to Sydney
        9. All Domestic Flights »
        10. Red Label Fares
      2. col2
        1. International Flights »
        2. Flights to Bali
        3. Flights to Bangkok
        4. Flights to Fiji
        5. Flights to Hawaii
        6. Flights to London
        7. Flights to Los Angeles
        8. Flights to New York
        9. Flights to Paris
        10. Flights to Phuket
        11. All International Flights »
        12. Round the World »
        13. Multi-stop »
      3. col3

        1. Airlines »

        2. Cabin Classes »
        3. Premium economy »
        4. Business class »
        5. First class »

        6. Airport Guides »

        7. Plan & Prepare »
  • Holiday Packages
      1. col1
        1. Australia Holidays »
        2. Adelaide
        3. Brisbane
        4. Cairns
        5. Gold Coast
        6. Melbourne
        7. Noosa
        8. Perth
        9. Queensland
        10. Sydney
        11. Tasmania
        12. View by state »

      2. col2
        1. International Holidays »
        2. Bali
        3. Bangkok
        4. Europe
        5. Fiji
        6. Hawaii
        7. London
        8. Los Angeles
        9. New York
        10. New Zealand
        11. Paris
        12. Phuket
        13. All regions »
      3. col3
        1. Holiday Types »
        2. Adventure
        3. Ski Holidays
        4. Beach Holidays
        5. Short Breaks
        6. Family Holidays
        7. Honeymoons
        8. Gay & Lesbian
        9. Working holidays
        10. Rail Holidays

        11. Experts »
        12. Group Travel
        13. Business Travel
        14. Round the World
        15. Active Travel
  • Hotels
      1. col1
        1. Australia Hotels »
        2. New South Wales
        3. Queensland
        4. Victoria
        5. Western Australia
        6. South Australia
        7. Tasmania
        8. Northern Territory
      2. col2
        1. Australia City Hotels »
        2. Adelaide
        3. Brisbane
        4. Cairns
        5. Gold Coast
        6. Melbourne
        7. Perth
        8. Sydney
      3. col3
        1. International Hotels »
        2. Bali
        3. Fiji
        4. Hawaii
        5. London
        6. Los Angeles
        7. Phuket
  • Rail
      1. Australia By Rail »

      2. International Rail »
      3. Europe
      4. Asia
      5. North America
      6. Africa

      7. Rail Companies »
  • Tours
      1. col1
        1. Tour Types »
        2. Adventure Tours
        3. Cultural Tours
        4. Luxury Tours
        5. Honeymoon Tours
      2. col2
        1. Tour Locations »
        2. The Americas Tours
        3. Australian Tours
        4. European Tours
        5. Bali Tours
        6. Phuket Tours
        7. Vietnam Tours
        8. Fiji Tours
        9. Bangkok Tours
  • Cruises
      1. col1
        1. Cruise Destinations »
        2. Alaska
        3. Australia
        4. Caribbean
        5. European Rivers
        6. Hawaii
        7. South Pacific/New Zealand
        8. Mediterranean

        9. Cruise Specials »

        10. Cruises Departing From... »
      2. col2
        1. Cruise Lines »
        2. P&O South Pacific
        3. Princess Cruises
        4. Royal Caribbean International

        5. Cruise Ships »
        6. Queen Mary 2
        7. Oasis of the Seas
        8. Pacific Jewel
      3. col3
        1. Guide to Cruising »
        2. First time cruisers
        3. Life on board

        4. Type of Cruises »
        5. Flights + Cruises
        6. Wedding and honeymoon
        7. Adventure Cruises

        8. Be Inspired... »
  • Destinations
      1. col1
        1. Popular Destinations
        2. Auckland
        3. Bali
        4. Bangkok
        5. Cook Islands
        6. Fiji
        7. Hawaii
        8. Hong Kong
        9. London
        10. Los Angeles
        11. New York
        12. Paris
        13. Phuket
      2. col2
        1. Australia »
        2. Adelaide
        3. Brisbane
        4. Cairns
        5. Darwin
        6. Gold Coast
        7. Melbourne
        8. Perth
        9. Sydney
        10. Whitsundays

        11. Africa »
        12. Egypt
        13. South Africa
      3. col3
        1. Asia »
        2. China
        3. Japan
        4. Malaysia
        5. Singapore
        6. Thailand
        7. Vietnam

        8. North America »
        9. United States of America
        10. Canada
        11. Mexico

        12. United Kingdom »
        13. England
      4. col4
        1. Europe »
        2. France
        3. Greece
        4. Ireland
        5. Italy
        6. Spain
        7. Germany

        8. Oceania
        9. South Pacific
        10. New Zealand
        11. Tahiti
        12. Vanuatu

*Prices are in AUD and subject to availability. Please refer to specific product's terms and conditions.

LOWEST AIRFARE GUARANTEE

Here you'll find the lowest available prices on domestic flights to all destinations around Australia, as well as cheap international flights to a huge range of worldwide destinations. We won't be beaten on price and will beat any comparable quote.

^Based on Australian registered businesses & websites for travel departing within Australia.
Written quote must be presented prior to booking.

  • About Flight Centre »
  • Contact Us »
  • Careers »
  • Terms & Conditions »
  • Terms of use »
  • Privacy policy »
  • Site map »

© Flight Centre Limited trading as Flight Centre ABN 25 003 377 188 ACN 003 377 188
Travel Agent Licence Numbers: ACT 18800224, NSW 2TA2719, NT 008, QLD TAG262, SA TTA254, TAS TAS031, VIC 31089, WA 9TA 589

  • Other Flight Centre Limited Brands:
  • FCM Travel Solutions
  • Travel Money Oz
  • 99 Bikes
  • My Adventure Store
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Google +
  • Blog
  • Subscribe

‹