About Chester
Chester has the most complete Roman walls in Britain, a medieval cathedral and the unique two-tier 'Rows' shopping galleries. The River Dee, Roman amphitheatre and zoo make it a great mix of history and family days out.
Top attractions in and around Chester
- Chester Cathedral
- City Walls (walk the circuit)
- The Rows
- Roman Amphitheatre
- Chester Zoo
- River Dee & boat trips
- Eastgate Clock
- Grosvenor Museum
- Chester Racecourse
- Deva Roman Experience
Getting there
Main train station: Chester (from London Euston ~2h, Liverpool ~45m, Manchester ~1h)
Airport(s): Liverpool, Manchester (by train)
Chester station is a short walk from the city centre and walls.
Top hotels in Chester
The Chester Grosvenor
Eastgate Street, Chester CH1 1LT
Five-star hotel with Michelin-starred dining and spa.
ABode Chester
Grosvenor Road, Chester CH1 2DJ
Boutique hotel with restaurant near the racecourse.
The Townhouse Chester
45–47 Lower Bridge Street, Chester CH1 1RS
Character hotel in the Rows with restaurant.
The Mill Hotel
Milton Street, Chester CH1 3NF
Hotel in a former mill with canal-side restaurant.
Premier Inn Chester Central
City Road, Chester CH1 3AE
Reliable budget option near the walls and centre.