Located on the River Dee, Chester was founded in 79 AD as a Roman fort. In 1541, it was granted the status of a city. The city is known for its medieval buildings, cathedrals, museums, etc. which are perfect examples of Victorian architecture. The covered walkways of the city are the most unique in Britain as well as the world. The most fun way to explore this remarkable town is with the Chester open-bus tour that let you make the most of the unique perspective while clicking tons of photos.
With City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off, check out the top Chester attractions, such as the Chester Cathedral, Eastgate Clock, the Chester city walls, and much more. Take in the sights and sounds of Chester from the comfort of your seats and discover the top Chester landmarks. You can even listen to an informative audio guide to enrich your Chester sightseeing trip. Stopping at strategic places in the city, the bus will allow you to explore on your own if an attraction calls out to you. Then, when you’re done, simply hop back on and make your way to your next destination.
The best time to visit the cathedral town of Chester is from June to August. With the cold temperatures persisting for more than 6 months a year, the weather is pleasantly warm from June onwards. This is your best bet for sightseeing around the city in a double-decker bus while enjoying cozy and comfortable weather.
There are several ticket options available to you, depending on your length of stay. Each bus tour will have validity from 24, 36, 48 to 72 hours. And the great thing is you can plan ahead as the vouchers are valid anywhere between 6 months to 1 year and can be used at any point during that period. Check the product page or bus tour operator for complete details.
Each tour is different, but in general, they will have a duration of between 1hr and 2hrs. Make sure to check the specific tour for timings.
The Chester hop-on hop-off bus tour covers all major attractions of the city with strategically placed stops. Add to that, you can also combine your sightseeing with discounted admission to museums, restaurants, and more. You can choose from 24h or 48h tickets and visit key attractions like Cathedral, Roman Amphitheatre, Chester Castle, and so on. You can enjoy live and immersive audio commentary in several languages such as English, German, French, Spanish, Cantonese, Japanese, Italian, and Russian to ensure that you don’t miss a thing.