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When it comes to beautiful cities, Chester is one of the best and should be on every tourist’s ‘must see’ itinerary

As soon as you arrive in Chester you will appreciate the city’s unique atmosphere and sense of history.

Founded by the Romans over 2000 years ago, much of the Roman influence remains and Chester’s city walls are the most complete in Britain. In every corner of the city you are confronted with history, from the Roman amphitheatre, to the medieval half-timbered buildings.

One of Chester’s most unique features is the two-tiered rows, which means you can shop whatever the weather and gives you a unique experience and double the shopping fun!

As well as having so much history and heritage, Chester is a vibrant, dynamic city full of restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs, hotels, racecourse, zoo, theatre and not forgetting the River Dee. With so much to discover, you will always find something new each time you visit.

Whatever you want in Chester, you will find it here and if you don’t let us know! The beautiful boutique city of Chester is yours to indulge in and Chester.com is here to show you how…

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Latest news and stories about Chester

Nov 04
Chester Zoo has released exciting new details about its annual Christmas event, The Lanterns

Showcasing much-loved animal illuminations and characters from years gone by, visitors…

Nov 01
Brace your elves: Christmas in Chester is coming!

There is no annual Christmas lights switch-on event this year, the lights will be…

Oct 29
City’s Trick or Treat trail set to return this Halloween

A ‘spooktacular’ programme of family-friendly events are taking place in Chester city…

Oct 17
UK’s largest habitat for world’s rarest lions opens at Chester Zoo

A pride of Asiatic lions – the world’s rarest lion species – have taken their first…

Oct 09
Africa’s rarest large mammal born at Chester Zoo

Conservationists at Chester Zoo are celebrating the birth of a bongo – the rarest…

Oct 02
An open letter from Kingdom Thenga, Proprietor of The Suburbs

We would like to bring to your attention this letter from Kingdom Thenga, Proprietor…

Sep 24
End the racing season the right way at Chester Racecourse this weekend

The Season Finale is nearly upon us and it is not one to be missed. After an…

Sep 12
All 6 of Gary Usher’s Bistros listed in Good Food Guide 2020

Chef Entrepreneur Gary Usher’s award-winning bistros have all been recognised in the…

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