Within Canterbury – Canterbury, England

These Boots Are Made For Walking
As the ‘home’ of the Archbishop of Canterbury (when he is not in Lambeth Palace) and the Church of England, Canterbury is a city of huge religious importance. However, its actual physical size is minuscule in comparison to most cities. There is no underground transport system because there is no real need for one. Buses are available to take people from the outskirts of the city to the old city walls and once there it is very easy to walk. Not only are the majority of the attractions in walking distance within the old city walls; much of the High Street is a pedestrian area so driving is not really an option.

Take Me Home, Driver
For those cold, dark, and rainy occasions or simply for times when you have drunk too much to walk back to where you are staying, a taxi is the best way to travel. For journeys to the east area of the city (i.e. if your accommodation is close to Canterbury East train station or the bus station) get a taxi from the taxi rank near Superdrug and McDonald’s. A taxi from the rank near the Bishops Finger pub (close to the West Gate) is the easiest way to get to accommodation to the west of the city (i.e. if your accommodation is close to Canterbury West train station).

Taxis are also sometimes available from the train stations just after a train has arrived. The taxi drivers at the train stations have a habit of making you feel slightly guilty that they have had to leave their friends that they were happily conversing with before you interrupted. Nevertheless they are all reasonably friendly and will get you to where you want to go.

If you’re booking a taxi, then the best bet is probably Longleys (+44 (0) 1227 710777). Not only are they reliable, and friendly, the fares are always reasonable. However, they do not have six seater cars so you will need to phone around if there are quite a few of you.

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