6 days in Chester Itinerary

Chester is a walled city in Cheshire, England, on the River Dee, close to the border with Wales. Do some cultural sightseeing at Royal Albert Dock Liverpool and Ludlow Castle. Step off the beaten path and head to Glassblobbery and Smallest House in Britain. Get out of town with these interesting Chester side-trips: Great Orme (in Llandudno), Cob Records (in Porthmadog) and Harlech Castle (in Harlech). And it doesn't end there: admire the sheer force of Swallow Falls, look for gifts at Baravelli's, get a taste of the local shopping with Liverpool ONE, and make a trip to Powis Castle and Garden.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read our Chester trip planner.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Manchester Airport, Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Leeds Bradford Airport. In February, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can travel back home.