UPDATED TOUR
This new tour is all about knowledge as we put ourselves in the hands of experts at the zoo and in Chester for a unique guided visit that will truly bring history to life.
Roman Around Chester 2025
Roman Tour of Chester Credit Kyle Mac Photography
Roman Tour of Chester Credit Kyle Mac Photography
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo
Chester
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Chester Zoo
Today we visit Chester Zoo, home to 35,000 animals and 128 acres of zoological gardens. We begin our visit with a 1 hour guided tour as the zoo’s knowledgeable Safari Rangers provide us with facts about the various species. We enjoy free time to explore at leisure. From frogs and penguins to chameleons and elephants – and all sorts in between – we discover amphibians, birds, reptiles and mammals.
Day 3 Chester
This morning, for a quite unique experience, we have a guided walking tour of Chester from a Roman soldier. Our guide, dressed in full Roman uniform, will bring Roman Chester to life as we voyage back in time to understand 2000 years of history through detailed and fascinating delivery, showcasing the cities highlights. In the afternoon we free time to explore Chester at our own pace, be it a wander around the shops or finding a quiet café for some refreshment.
Day 4 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Chester Zoo
Today we visit Chester Zoo, home to 35,000 animals and 128 acres of zoological gardens. We begin our visit with a 1 hour guided tour as the zoo’s knowledgeable Safari Rangers provide us with facts about the various species. We enjoy free time to explore at leisure. From frogs and penguins to chameleons and elephants – and all sorts in between – we discover amphibians, birds, reptiles and mammals.
Day 3 Chester
This morning, for a quite unique experience, we have a guided walking tour of Chester from a Roman soldier. Our guide, dressed in full Roman uniform, will bring Roman Chester to life as we voyage back in time to understand 2000 years of history through detailed and fascinating delivery, showcasing the cities highlights. In the afternoon we free time to explore Chester at our own pace, be it a wander around the shops or finding a quiet café for some refreshment.
Day 4 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
The Queen at Chester Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Chester, Cheshire
The Queen at Chester is centrally located, just a short walk from the centre of Chester and is one of the oldest hotels in the UK, having originally been built to serve the train station in 1860. The hotel’s elegant style includes quirky touches which provide an interesting twist to its traditional origins. All 218 stylish bedrooms are comfortably furnished, the restaurant is cosy and the bar and lounge areas are traditional in style with sofas and chairs. There is also a fabulous courtyard terrace with water features.
• Ground floor rooms • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Coach parking is off-site & chargeable
The Queen at Chester Hotel, BW Premier
Chester, Cheshire
3 Nights Half Board
Twin from £299pp
Single Supplement from £91
Based on Friday arrivals
Inclusions
• Half day guided tour & admission to Chester Zoo
• Guided tour of Chester with a Roman solider
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