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There are so many great things to do in Chester

Take your pick from our choice of all the top things to do in Chester below or discover your absolute favourites by clicking ‘Find My Perfect Thing To Do’ to filter by your additional personal preferences. 

Chester and the surrounding areas have some of the top things to do and tourist attractions in the entire country from the big hitters like Chester Zoo, Chester Races and Blue Planet Aquarium to the amazing historic sightseeing and parks and gardens throughout this beautiful city not to mention the incredible shopping, food and drink and events and both indoor and outdoor activities to keep absolutely everybody entertained.

Whether you’re here on a staycation, visiting for the day or you’re lucky enough to live in and around Chester you will definitely find things to do to suit whatever your mood.

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Latest Chester things to do news

Jul 12
Chester Zoo to Open Until Sunset For The First Time Ever

This summer you will be able to explore Chester Zoo as never before as special Into…

Jul 09
Chester Zoo Welcomes New Penguin Chicks

Chester Zoo has announced the arrival of nine Humboldt penguin chicks with some very…

Jun 09
Chester Zoo Wins Top Prize at Prestigious Tourism Awards Ceremony

Chester Zoo has won the top prize at the nation’s biggest tourism award…

May 25
A Fun Packed Day of Racing and Activities at Roman Day This Weekend

It’s Roman Day at Chester Racecourse on Saturday and this family friendly event…

May 20
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebratory Proms Concert at Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral is hosting a Platinum Proms concernt to celebrate The Queen’s…

Apr 28
Chester Zoo Celebrates The Birth of Twin Red-Bellied Lemurs

Chester Zoo is celebrating the birth of two red-bellied lemurs, which are one of the…

Apr 20
Your last minute guide to Chester Races

As well as the main event itself, Chester has a wonderfully wide choice of bars, pubs…

Apr 06
Chester Zoo Launches Easter Storytelling Spectacular

This Easter there’s a huge bonus when you visit Chester Zoo, for not only will…

Mar 23
Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre Summer 2022 Schedule Announced

Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre has announced the Summer 2022 schedule and you can…

Mar 21
Find Ten Mini Murals Enhancing Chester City Centre on a New Trail

Chester city centre has been brightened up by the addition of 10 mini murals that have…

Mar 19
Breakout Chester is Holding a Charity Day in Aid of Ukraine

Breakout Chester is supporting the people of Ukraine by hosting a charity day when all…

Mar 10
Chester Zoo to Hold Virtual Zoo Day During British Science Week

Get ready for a virtual trip to Chester Zoo on Wednesday 16 March during British…

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If you are looking for something to do during your stay in Chester there are plenty of attractions to suit all ages.