A compact, highly illustrated travel guide to Chester in the northwest of England, including a street map and descriptions of all the main attractions. The ancient city of Chester has attracted vistors since Roman times – and still does. Its medieval walls, Victorian streets, Civil War sites and the famous Rows all give a sense of history and peace. This short guide, illustrated with evocative views of all the major tourist sites, is packed with information on the city and its surrounding areas for tourists and residents alike. It contains a street map to help you get around, a timeline to give you a sense of the city's rich history, and all the information you'll need for your stay. Highlights include Chester’s thousand-year-old cathedral, its iconic Eastgate Clock that spans one of the main shopping streets, and the Roman remains that dot the city, including the atmospheric amphitheatre, a columned garden and an ancient central heating system that hides at the back of a café. Whether you’re relaxing on the banks of the River Dee, enjoying a flutter at the city's very central racecourse or making your way around the almost fully intact city walls, this is the perfect guide to everything that Chester has to offer.
