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Tours of Colchester

5.0(281)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 281 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Colchester History Tours
Tours of Colchester

About this activity

Choose from 4 tours.

It’s your City Tour

Ghost and Witches Tour

Roman Tour

Victorian Tour

Once booked you will be contacted to confirm which tour and what time you would like the tour.

Colchester, Britain’s first City and now its newest.

Discover 2000 years of history and see the legacy the Romans, Saxons, Norman’s and others left on this city.

Led by a fully trained Colchester Council recognized Guide and full member of The Colchester Tourist Guide Association (CTGA).

Discover why they came, why they stayed and what they have left us.

With access to city landmarks including a Roman theatre.

Learn about the remarkable history of Britain's first City, given in an entertaining and informative style.

Tours available are:

Colchester City Tour

Ghost and Witches Tour

Roman Colchester Tour

Victorian Colchester Tour

What's included

  • ✓Each tour is given in an entertaining and informative manner.

Not included

  • ✕Parking Fees

Meeting and pickup

  • The War Memorial is situated at the Main Gates to Castle Park. The nearest Car Park is All Saints Car park and a larger Car park at Greyfriars hotel behind it, both are pay and display. exit to the main road and walk up 100 meters to the Memorial

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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