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Explore Kent With Our Inspirational Itineraries - Visit Kent

We've pulled together a number of itineraries, so if you're stuck for things to do in Kent or need some inspiration - you're in the right place!

On a number of the itineraries you'll find accessibility information - just look for the 'Accessbility friendly' at the end of the itinerary title.

Accessibility information

We appreciate everyone has different accessibility needs, therefore within these itineraries you will find options at every stage containing AccessAble guides or Accessibility information.

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Coastal Thanet and Deal area

Go to Kents dream-land with this itinerary - from sampling its local ice cream, wandering smugglers haunts and cycling our flat beach routes.

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Kent's coastal cliff wanders and history

Dover has been the key to England for thousands of years and its history will unwind itself in this tour of the area, from the Bronze Age, to Roman and more modern day. A photography tour is thrown in for good measure and will teach you how to capture all of them!

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Shops and sand in Margate - Accessibility friendly

Shop until you can't anymore - and then head over to our county's most painted coastline for some local delights!

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The Medway highlights

The highlights of Medway sit in this itinerary, which will guide you through and capture its history from the year 600 to wartime Britain, all the while tasting its modern outputs too - gin!

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Get to know Kent's produce and nature

An active and outdoors overnight trip on the north Kent coast means you see Kent from every angle - whether you like photography, wish to delve into the county's food and drink or spot widlife - this is for you.

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Explore Gravesend

Gravesend's story is continually being written and its certainly one of Kent's most interesting - hark back to the 13th century to modern day, diverse Gravesend with this full day and a bit itinerary.

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Tour Kent's wine making and farming sites

What's the best way to see the Kentish countryside? By going through it with the wind in your hair and staying in it! Hop onto this itinerary and take in Kent's wine and country all in one - finishing off with a stay in the perfect place to see the stars at night.

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Tour Kent's drinks industry - with a little shopping!

What is the booming industry in Kent? Drinks! Taste the locally brewed Curious beers to our wine, with a little bit of shopping (with great savings) thrown in.

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Folkestone's highlights - history and art

Folkestone is one of Kent's most exciting towns and this little overnight trip will be the best way to explore it - from the mesmirising artwork to its battle history.

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An overnight to capture Chatham's maritime history

This full day itinerary nicely summarises the Chatham and Medway area - from the Royal Engineers Museum, learning about your camera and capturing the industrial area - finished off by a relaxing evening at a glamping site.

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A day in Kent's nature by steam - Accessibility friendly

Get back to nature with this weekend-style break - start your trip at one of the worlds best animal parks, head out on the 13.5 miniature RH&DR railway, finished up by a slice of peace on the south coast at Romney Marsh Nature Reserve.

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The wartime coastline of Kent - Accessibility friendly

Calling all 1940's history buffs! This overnight trip to Kent's south coast will head into the tunnels of Dover Castle where wounded patients would be hospitalised, to the cliffs above the Channel where the Battle of Britain was fought. Finish your trip by staying overnight in a hotel overlooking the water to look back on what you've learnt.

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A tour around Kent's country estates

This itinerary takes in West Kent's finest country estates from Knole to Hever Castle, a day out that epitomises the county's history.

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A day exploring Kent's mining heritage and medieval towns

Steeped in history, from recent coal mining to the Magna Carta and documents from 1300, Sandwich is a must see sight in East Kent - soak it all up on this day long tour.

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Tour of Canterbury's top sights - historic, natural and cultural

Canterbury is full of iconic sights, both old and new and we've pulled together some stops to take in the best the area and city has to offer!

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An idyllic seaside day in Margate - Accessibility friendly

You might have seen these stops on some of our most popular exports, on both the small and big screen - let's take you round them after a refreshing local meal!

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Tour Maidstone's distillery, exemplary shops and outdoor space - Accessibility friendly

The county town of Kent has something for everyone - with a modern distillery and shopping centre to rival any of Kent's, this day itinerary will be perfect for that easy Saturday or midweek trip.

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Kent's coastal history - Accessibility friendly

Make your way to the cliffs (which reach a height of over 300 metres), before descending into what you've just been over on this two day itinerary - learn why this area is so key to England's history and then find peace in both the delightful hotel and garden stop!

A creative and nature break in Folkestone - Accessibility friendly

We couldn't not do a country park as we're the Garden of England! Once you've got your oxygen intake, head over to Folkestone's Quarter House whose packed events schedule will give you a good dose of culture too!

Tunbridge Wells' highlights - Accessibility friendly

Get some inner peace on a spa town visit like no other. The green leafy town of Tunbridge Wells will welcome you for shopping and culture before spending a night in one of the towns most revered hotels, and getting into nature the next day!

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A day in Tonbridge - castles and gardens await - Accessibility friendly

This day trip around Tonbridge ticks off a couple of the areas top sights - wonderful gardens await at Reuthe's, topped off by a heritage trip to hidden gem Tonbridge Castle!

Kent's finest estates - Accessibility friendly

Experience the truly historic British day out right out in the far west of Kent - Sevenoaks. This itinerary is full of stately homes, castles and all of the stunning gardens that come with them. WE recommend taking this itinerary across 2 days at least to fully tour all of the rooms in Winston Churchill's former home to Penshurst's 11 acres of gardens.

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Kent's Weald

Kent's Weald is a green slice of paradise, from spa towns to Spa Valley railways and swimming, this three day itinerary will give you more than enough exploration time.

Soak in Medway's stories from thousands of year - Accessibility friendly

A short overnight stop in two of Kent's most historic towns - Rochester & Chatham. Get to the know the towns' stories and culture while taking it slowly.

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A regal tour around the Weald - Accessibility friendly

A regal tour around the Weald of Kent and its finest spots - from renowned gardens to a lovely little town, embark on this itinerary for a taste of rural Kent.

Trains and local ales - Accessibility friendly

A day trip to Tenterden in the centre of Kent. Start your journey by steam on some wonderful old trains before heading to a local haunt that is known for its craft the county over!

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A taste of Kent - catch steam locomotives and sample its best produce - Accessibility friendly

The Medway area is one of Kent's most historically important and this day itinerary will ensure you keep a memento of all aspects of it - from steam railway to beer and the likes of Kentish cherries if you time it right.

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Get creative with glass and spend the night in a church - Accessibility friendly

Get back to basics with this perfect two-day itinerary in Kent's countryside - gain a new skill of glass making - mosaics to glass applique, before spending a night in a church - yes you read that right!

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Get ready for spring in Kent's gardens - Accessibility friendly

If you're reading this in spring, then you've come at the right time! Get some inspiration from the gardens of Penshurst Place and then make your way over to Reuthe's for perhaps some more inspiration, but most importantly some retail!

Get creative with workshops in Sandwich - Accessibility friendly

This is one for the creative types, especially if you love a bit of history thrown in for good measure. Start the day by showing your artistic side in a crafty workshop before heading on to learn more about the historic town of Sandwich.

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Canterbury's highlights - Accessibility friendly

Ah, Canterbury, we love you! This itinerary will take you around Kent's city and get you closer to the culture of it, from live theatre to its iconic Cathedral.

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Faversham's highlights - Accessibility friendly

This itinerary soaks in all that Faversham and the area around it offers - from beautiful outdoor spaces to local food and drink.

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West Kent's produce - wine, cider and workshops!

This creative day in west Kent will guide you through some of its best creative haunts, from learning some artistic skills to understanding the Kentish cider and wine making processes.

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A relaxing day in Tunbridge Wells

A visit to the town of Tunbridge Wells isn't complete without a trip to a few spa-based experiences! Start your journey at the Spring Rooms for a treatment or therapy, before taking your meal and evening at the Spa Hotel.

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An outdoor lovers journey

This one is certainly for all lovers of the great outdoors and some of Kent's finest gardens! Start your journey at beautiful Ightham Mote and weave through iconic Reuthe's to Great Comp Garden, finishing in overnight accommodation that appreciates the woodland.

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Gravesend's wonders

This little tour gets your heart rate going in the morning before heading to a couple of stops that give you quite the opposite with a totally relaxing atmosphere!

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Wander and take in Medway's thousands of years of history

Take in Medway's historic sites with this tour around two of the towns, offering visitors the chance to step back into maritime, religious and warfare history.

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The symbols of Sheppey

Beaches and islands go incredibly well together - and one of Kent's islands is the Isle of Sheppey, which sits at the north of the county and offers a relaxed weekend or day trip out.

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Sample nature and wine in West Kent

West Kent is a rolling green paradise and this itinerary will take you through the finest parts of it - from local produce to astonishing views, welcome to the Weald.

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An afternoon on Folkestone's coast

A day trip around Folkestone makes this simple itinerary a perfect way to see the town and all it has to offer - the longer you make your art trail, the more you see!

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Get outdoors at Leeds Castle & stay in the country

Spend your couple of days at one of the country's finest castles and get high up above it in the trees, before descending to a luxurious nights sleep!

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A beach day walk, or cycle, along the north coast

Save this itinerary for your next warm and bright day, but that might not stop you! Start your journey at Reculver and make your way along the coast to Herne Bay for a pick-me-up ice cream.

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Thanet's iconic coastline

Save this itinerary for your next beach day - although they're perfect for any day of the year - as it celebrates the beauty of Thanet's landscapes. Think plenty of sand, small cliffs and easy routes between them!

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Golfing on Kent's coast

Calling all The Open fans! You might have spotted Kent on the TV when The Open Championship visited Sandwich in 2021 - so head out on the links in this two day golfing extravaganza.

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Faversham's outdoor space and local fare

The rolling hills around Faversham provide some beautiful outdoor spaces - explore them in this full day itinerary - but don't worry, there's some local food and drink at the end of it!

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See Chatham from different angles - by sea and lens

The River Medway has been one of England's most strategically important waterways and this itinerary leads you out on a boat trip along it before capturing some pictures of the area's history with a guided photography tour.

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Kent's air force history

Kent's history during the wars is certainly rather extensive, being on the forefront of England's coast. Head out on this day itinerary across Kent to learn more about local life and how Kent impacted the wider war effort.

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Going underground in Margate

Head underground - quite literally! Kent's chalk base means that it's home to a whole host of history that lives underground - from quarries to tunnels that served as war shelters - get to know them in this itinerary.

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Travel to Kent's otherworldly Dungeness

Travel to the otherworldly Dungeness, which has to be seen to be believed. A sparse landscape of beach stones that dip into the English Channel, the area is littered with old fishing shacks, machinery and quirky houses. Take a journey on the steam railway to experience it fully!

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A creative day in Ashford

Have a creative day in central Kent in this itinerary where you can choose to make the likes of weaved baskets, learn willow weaving and much more!