Family Fun in Chester, England
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Family Fun in Chester, England
Amy Is Going Places
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Spend the day with the kids* in historic Chester, England! I've made a list of family friendly (and educational!) things to do and see. These activities are walkable, or you can get a ticket to the hop-on-hop-off bus to skip the leg work.
Many of these activities are budget-friendly or free.
*I should note that I did most of these things traveling alone as a single 30-something woman and had a fabulous time. You don't have to have kids with you to participate.
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Chester Visitor Information Centre
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Stop in the Chester Visitor Information Centre to find all your Chester themed souvenirs, information about current events in the city, and even an ice cream if you're in the mood.
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Time Traveling Treasure Hunt
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Stop in the Chester Visitor Information Centre to pick up your very own Time Traveling Treasure Hunt map for free!
You'll need something to write with and about 45 minutes to uncover the clues as you walk through the historic city center of Chester.
This activity is recommended for families with children ages 4-11. (I did it alone as a woman in my 30's and thoroughly enjoyed it.)
Note: some of the clues do require climbing stairs to complete.
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Mini Mural Hunt
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17 mini murals are hidden around Chester, decorating otherwise nondescript utility boxes.
"The artists range from art school graduates to accomplished artists and Chester household names like Julie Colclough who owns a gallery on Watergate Street and Nikki Pinder who hid art around the city during covid lockdowns to brighten people's days."
Follow the link below for a map to guide you on your hunt. This is a free, go-at-your-own-pace, family friendly activity. Since it's outdoors, you can participate regardless of weather, season, or time of day.
Enjoy the hunt!
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Chester In Lego
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See the modern - and historic - city of Chester in LEGO!
From the ancient Roman amphitheatre, to the Victorian Rows, to modern shops of recent years, you can see it all, carefully crafted in everyone's favorite building blocks.
Chester In Lego has partnered with local charities to assist the people of Chester. If you would like to contribute, you can make a monetary donation through the contactless kiosk at the display.
Chester in Lego is located inside the Coachwork Arcade, in the New Chester Market,
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ChesterBoat
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Take a relaxing trip down the River Dee!
Choose from either 30-minute or 2-hour cruise options. English audio commentary recording plays as you ease past historic and scenic sites along the river.
It's a relaxing way to spend part of your day in Chester and learn more about the city and surrounding areas.
Notes:
Cruises depart every hour from 11:00am-4:00pm, and more frequently during busy times
Tickets are for any cruise on a given day and seats are not assigned
Consider purchasing a combination ticket for both the river cruise and the hop-on-hop-off bus at a discounted rate
Tickets can by purchased at the dock or online
Online tickets are discounted 10%
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Chester Hop-On-Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus
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See the city on Chester's open-top Hop-On-Hop-Off tour bus!
What's included:
English audio tour
12 stops around historic Chester
24 or 48 hour unlimited hop-on-hop-off tour
Booklet with deals at other local attractions
Notes:
Mobile or paper tickets are accepted
Family group tickets are available
The bus operates from 9:18am - 5:48pm, from April - October
Check the website below for more information and to purchase your tickets
If you plan to also do the Chester Boat cruise on the River Dee, consider purchasing a combination ticket that includes both the cruise and hop-on-hop-off bus at a discounted rate
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Amy Is Going Places
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US native. Former resident of Romania. Current solo female globe trotter.
I've ventured to more than a dozen countries across four continents as part of group tours, volunteer work, solo travel, studying abroad, and teaching internationally. I lived for over a year in Romania, many years in Tennessee, and several months in England.
My travel style is slow, spontaneous, and - shall we say - richly flavorful. I prefer to stay longer lengths in places instead of having a whirlwind sightseeing venture. I'll skip the chain restaurants for a hole-in-the-wall café any day of the week. I prefer a loose itinerary and remain open to what each day brings.
My favorite things to do and see as I travel are...
- EAT -
Try whatever is local. Order the special of the day. Talk with the restaurant staff.
- WALK -
It encourages me to slow down, notice, and get a feel for community.
- HIKE -
I'm a lazy hiker. By "hike," I mean a few hours at a slow pace.
- MUSEUMS -
Spend an afternoon. Read the descriptions on exhibits. Talk with the docents. Buy something in the giftshop.
- CHURCHES -
I'm fascinated by the various ways people have worshipped the God of the Bible over centuries and across borders. Many older churches are also museums or tourist-friendly spaces. Some additionally hold regular liturgical services.
- CASTLES -
Castles, fortresses, palaces, big ol' houses: these places transport me back in time. I imagine the people who built, lived in, and defended them. What would they think of how we now live?
If this kind of travel sounds ideal to you, hit the Contact Me button! I'd love to help you experience slower, more meaningful travel. We'll discuss tips for how to make the most of your trip, with low stress, reasonable safety, affordability, and lots of fun. Book one of my custom services, and we'll work together to get you wheels up on your next adventure! Follow me to easily access all the resources I create.
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