Places to visit in Kent

Places to visit in Kent

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Explore the beautiful villages, seaside towns and exciting cities of Kent. There is such a wild variety of places to visit in Kent that you may not believe that you're in an English county bordering the bright lights of London.

Every part of Kent has something different to offer as well as fantastic things to do and experience, as well as culinary delights to sample. In the cities of Canterbury and Dover, incredible history is visible with ancient sights at every turn. Sittingbourne, Faversham and Chatham all offer a range of attractions, both cultural and culinary. Meanwhile, the classic coastal towns of Margate and Whitstable have their own charm in the form of beautiful beaches with glistening seas. Take a look at our list of the best places to visit in Kent to get inspired for your trip.

Margate

Margate

Margate is a timeless English coastal holiday location with tons of things to do. Lying on the east Kent coast, it combines the nostalgia of a classic coastal town with a cutting-edge art museum and bohemian vibe. If you’re looking for a great beach, seaside entertainment and great fish & chips as well as culture, then Margate has to be one of the first names on your list of places to visit in Kent.

Canterbury

Canterbury

The old English charm of this university city is evident in every corner, from the cobblestones on its streets, to the ancient Roman city walls, and the magical centrepiece - a World Heritage Site cathedral. The medieval streets of Canterbury are the perfect place to get lost in the past while also knowing you're never far from family friendly attractions either. See more of these in things to do in Canterbury.

Faversham

Faversham

Dating back to pre-Roman times, Faversham is the oldest market town in Kent, so as you’d expect, it’s bursting with history. Add in a beautiful winding creek, plenty of independent shops, as well as lovely places to eat and you have a wonderful place to explore on holiday. Places to visit in Kent don’t come much more varied than this.

Chatham

Chatham

Chatham is a beautiful town on the Medway with an intriguing maritime history that stretches back over 400 years. For history buffs, Chatham’s famous dockyard is one of the best places to visit in Kent. There’s plenty more to discover beyond seafaring tradition. From escape rooms to quirky art cafes and even a distillery, there are plenty of things to do in Chatham.

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Whitstable

Whitstable

The Kent coastline is undeniably one of the finest in the UK and Whitstable might just be its most well-known destination. Famed worldwide for its fresh seafood and oyster trade, Whitstable has much more to offer its visitors. The beaches are teeming with life and activity and the harbour bustles with quirky independent outlets and galleries, meaning there's no shortage of things to do.

Rochester

Rochester

Rochester is full of things to do, literary connections and fantastic shopping and dining options. This gem of a city on the Medway River is a delight for lovers of history and culture, offering something to discover around every corner. The town’s castle is an absolute must visit that all generations of loved ones will love.

Dover

Dover

Dover boasts perhaps the most beautiful and certainly the most iconic coastline in Britain. However, the town is also home to numerous attractions, mostly historic and cultural in nature, to add to its natural wonders. Discover Dover’s Victorian lighthouse, Roman ruins, or the Fire Command Post, all in this port city.

Sittingbourne

Sittingbourne may not be the first town that comes to mind when you think of tourist destinations in Kent, but don’t let that fool you. The modern market town has a proud maritime and industrial heritage, and you might just be surprised by some of the unique things to do in Sittingbourne.

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