A short guide to Chester, all you need to know with a few little tips! we hope you like it!

1. A Guide to Chester

2. Welcome to our Chester Guide, a useful guide featuring top tips and
helpful advice on some of the city's best sights, unmissable
attractions and the perfect hotels to really make your short break in
Chester extra special. Brimming with history and stunning
architecture, Chester is the ideal place for fun family
holidays, romantic getaways and relaxing short breaks - you'll be
amazed at what's on offer!

3. Travelling to Chester
Chester is serviced by excellent rail and motorway networks and is the
perfect base for visiting Liverpool, Manchester, the Peak District and
North Wales.
By Rail
Chester rail station is located in the heart of the city centre, within
walking distance of all major shops and attractions. The station offers
regular connections to Liverpool Central Station, Manchester Piccadilly
and London Euston.
By Road
The M56 is the main motorway leading to Chester, and can be
connected to via the M6, which has routes leading to both North &
South England. The M53, A41 and A51 also lead to the city of Chester.
By Air
Chester is directly linked to Manchester International Airport via the
convenient M56 and is a 40 minute drive away. John Lennon Airport in
Liverpool is also around a 40 minute drive away via either the M53 or
M56.
Top Tip! If driving, avoid traffic issues and take advantage of the city’s
Park and Ride Service.

4. Getting Around Chester
Chester is easy to explore on foot or via the excellent bus services
on offer. Alternatively, see the city from the luxury of a boat trip on
the River Dee.
By Bus
First Travel buses operate around the city and a regular service is
available from Chester Bus Station to Chester Zoo, Cheshire Oaks
and Liverpool. Chester also offers a Park & Ride bus service and a
hop on hop off, open top sightseeing tour.
By Taxi
In Chester the main taxi firm is the Hackney Carriage Taxis (Black
Cabs) and these can be booked from your hotel, found at the
many city taxi ranks or flagged down if they have a yellow hire light
on.
By Boat
Take a trip on one of the city's boat tours for a more leisurely way
of exploring the city. The 30 minute tour down the river is ideal in
summer time and the ticket can be combined with the sightseeing
open top bus.

5. Things to Do in Chester
Must Do's by Day
- Visit Chester Zoo, as the UK's No.1 Zoo, Chester Zoo offers over 7,000 animals, 110 acres of award-
winning gardens and a host of play areas, mini golf and a boating lake!
- Explore Tatton Park's, a stunning historic estate with 2,000 acres of parkland housing 4 diverse attractions
- Discover Chester's sights with a City Sightseeing tour
Must Do's by Night
- Visit the eerie haunts of Chester on a Chester City Ghost Tour
- Experience the sights of Chester at night on a themed boat cruise
- Enjoy the ultimate in fine dining to cosy country pub meals in Chester's abundance of restaurants & pubs

6. Top 5 Recommended Budget Hotels
If you're travelling on a budget, Chester offers a range of budget family
rooms to hotel and deals to ensure your money stretches a little further.
3* Travelodge Chester Central
St John Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1DD
Located in the centre of Chester and close to many of the city's top attractions, including
Chester Cathedral, Chester Cathedral Grosvenor Museum, Chester Zoo and Blue
Planet Aquarium.
3* Best Western Westminster Hotel
City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3AF
Set in the heart of Chester, minutes from the central rail station offering excellent access
to Chester’s attractions and surrounding Cheshire countryside.
3* Holiday Inn Chester - South
Wrexham Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH4 9DL
Nestled on the edge of this Roman city, the Holiday Inn Chester offers a fantastic Spirit
Health Club and Spa and is minutes from Chester's top attractions.
3* Holiday Inn Express Chester Racecourse
The Racecourse, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2LY
Located just 5 minutes from Chester's historic city centre and an ideal choice for your
day at the races.
3* Days Hotel Chester North
Welsg Road, Garden City, Sealand, Deeside, Cheshire, CH5 2HX
Designer shopping, famous landmarks and exciting attraction can be found in every
direction, with a stay at the Days Hotel Chester North

7. Top 5 Recommended Luxury Hotels
Fancy a touch of luxury or celebrating with someone special? Chester offers a range of
luxury hotel accommodation for you to while away your time in, be pampered and enjoy
some award-winning dining.
5* The Chester Grosvenor
Eastgate, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1LT
An impressive, black and white timbered Grade II listed building situated in the very heart of
Chester city centre.
4* Crowne Plaza Chester
Trinity Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2BD
Located on the edge of the city with panoramic views of the city and Welsh hills. Perfectly
located for visiting all the historic sites of Chester.
4* Macdonald New Blossoms Hotel
St. Johns Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1HL
Commanding one of the most enviable positions in the heart of Chester, just off the main
high street and only a short walk from the famous racecourse.
4* The Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa
Wrexham Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH4 9DJ
This luxurious hotel and spa sits just 5 minutes from the historic Chester centre offering 6
expert treatment rooms, swimming pool, sauna & more.
4* Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel
Parkgate Road, Puddington, Cheshire, CH66 9PB
Set in mature woodland and gardens, the Craxton Wood Hotel offers comfort, peace and
pure relaxation

8. For more inspiration and ideas on visiting Chester, check out
our Chester Guide or explore Superbreak's extensive
collection of hotels in Chester for the perfect short break
away!