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Your Essential Travel Guide To Kent

Discover Things To Do In Kent

Set on England’s warm, south eastern coastline, Kent is home to extraordinary English countryside, seaside havens, as well as the historical centre of Canterbury. There’s also the bonus of being just a short drive from the buzzing capital of London.

With an abundance of beautiful architecture, gardens and traditional English pubs, you will find Kent the perfect place to relax and discover the beauty of the English countryside.

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Things to do

Kent is a diverse region, with activities for every interest, including a variety of historical attractions such as Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Castle and Leeds Castle. These landmarks have been part of Kent’s landscape for hundreds of years and all detail different narratives surrounding Kent’s colourful heritage.

There’s also a host of quaint, independent shops, boutiques, bookstores and trendy restaurants scattered across the region’s picturesque towns and villages.

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Kent Greeters

Get an authentic tour of the Kent region with Kent Greeters. Explore the Garden of England with an experienced native for free and find out all about the area from a local.

Whether you’re travelling solo, or in a group of up to 6 people, book this free excursion for a personalised tour or guided walk

Our Routes to the UK

From

€110

per car + up to 4 people, one way*

Dunkirk-Dover Ferry Crossings

Sail across the English Channel with ease on a short crossing between Dunkirk and Dover.

From

€110

per car + up to 4 people, one way*

Calais-Dover Ferry Crossings

Our Calais to Dover route is the shortest crossing we provide and is the perfect way to cross the Channel to the UK.

Early Booking Offer

Dieppe-Newhaven Ferry Crossings

Crossing the Channel from Dieppe to Newhaven provides you with the ideal gateway to the UK.

Ferry + Hotel

City Break in Kent

Enjoy a city break in Kent with DFDS! Explore this charming and historic city with our package. Book now!

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