A Self-Guided Tour of Coventry’s Cathedral Quarter

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Overview

Are you looking for a way to see Coventry without joining a tour group? Explore Coventry’s Cathedral Quarter at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour.

Verity Tiff, a Blue Badge, Heart of England tourist guide, will show you around what was once the fourth most powerful city in England. This walking tour takes you through 1,000 years of history in what was once the best-preserved medieval city in England.

See what’s left of Coventry’s three cathedrals: the original Abbey church of the Benedictine Monastery, (now the Priory Gardens), St Michael’s (which only became a cathedral in 1918, and is now the Cathedral Ruins), and Coventry Cathedral (or Coventry’s new cathedral, the first to be built after the war). Also, wander under Coventry’s Blue Glass Bridge, a modern folly, and through Lady Herbert’s Garden

Please note: Entrance fees for any optional stops en route are not included. The Cathedral is free to enter but visitor donations are welcomed.

Activity location

Coventry City Center
- Broadgate
- CV1 1FD, Coventry, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

Coventry City Center
- Broadgate
- CV1 1FD, Coventry, England, United Kingdom

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A Self-Guided Tour of Coventry’s Cathedral Quarter in English

2h
Opening hours: Mon 00:00-23:59
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

£5.53 x 1 Adult£5.53

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What's included, what's not

Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it
Get unlimited, lifetime use of the the virtual tour option
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Transport
Food and drink

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring your own headphones
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Lady Godiva Statue (Pass by)

As you pass by the Lady Godiva Statue, hear the legendary tales surrounding Coventry's famous figure, including the founding of the Benedictine Monastery. Note that tickets for admission are not included.

Broadgate (Pass by)

Stroll through Broadgate, the vibrant square in front of the Lady Godiva Statue, and soak in the bustling atmosphere of Coventry's historic heart. Note that admission tickets are not included.

Holy Trinity Church (Pass by)

Pass by Holy Trinity Church, marvelling at its impressive architecture and famous doom painting while discovering its survival storey during the Coventry Blitz. Note that tickets for admission are not included.

Old Grammar School (Pass by)

Catch a glimpse of the Old Grammar School, a testament to Coventry's educational heritage, as you stroll through the city's historic streets. Note that tickets for admission are not included.

Coventry Transport Museum (Pass by)

Pass by the Coventry Transport Museum, home to the largest collection of publicly owned British Transport, and learn about its significance in the city's industrial history. Note that tickets for admission are not included.

Glass Bridge (Pass by)

Wander under Coventry's Blue Glass Bridge, a modern folly, as you traverse through the city's contemporary landscape. Note that tickets for admission to any sites at this attraction are not included.

Cook Street Gate (Pass by)

Walk through Cook Street Gate, one of the last surviving gatehouses of Coventry's city wall, and envision the city's medieval past. Walk through Cook Street Gate, one of the last surviving gatehouses of Coventry's city wall, and envision the city's medieval past. Note that any tickets for admission to this attraction is not included.

Lady Herbert's Garden (Pass by)

Take a moment to explore the serene Lady Herbert's Gardens, a tranquil oasis amidst Coventry's urban bustle. Note that any tickets for admission to this attraction are not included.

Swanswell Gate (Pass by)

Marvel at the historic Swanswell Gate, a remnant of Coventry's medieval fortifications, as you delve into the city's architectural heritage. Note that any tickets for admission to this attraction are not included.

St. Mary's Guildhall (Pass by)

Catch a glimpse of St Mary's Guildhall, a historic gem dating back to 1340, as you stroll through Coventry's streets. Marvel at its medieval architecture and imagine the gatherings and events that have unfolded within its walls throughout the centuries. Note that tickets for admission are not included.

Herbert Art Gallery & Museum (Pass by)

Discover the treasures housed within the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum as you pass by, where art, history, and culture converge to tell the storey of Coventry's past and present. Admire its diverse collections and architectural beauty from the exterior, leaving you intrigued to explore further. Note that tickets for admission are not included.

Coventry Cathedral (Pass by)

Pass by the iconic Coventry Cathedral, a symbol of resilience and renewal, and learn about its poignant history as the only English cathedral destroyed during World War II. Marvel at its modernist architecture and contemplate its significance in Coventry's post-war reconstruction efforts. The Cathedral is free to enter.

Location

Activity location

Coventry City Center
- Broadgate
- CV1 1FD, Coventry, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

Coventry City Center
- Broadgate
- CV1 1FD, Coventry, England, United Kingdom

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