Visit Dover

Dover, overlooking the English Channel and the UK's nearest European neighbour France, Dover is a busy port with ferry services to Europe.

Very much a working town, yet with centuries of heritage, once being the Roman walled city of Dubris. The town is still making its make on English history as the white cliffs remain forever a symbol of England seen by those departing and those arriving.

One of Henry VIII's Cinque Ports, part of his 'you can raise taxes in exchange for giving me ships' deal.

St Mary de Castro Church, Saxon, is worth a look at, and the Town Hall incorporates the 13th century Hall of Maison Dieu. In North Fall Meadow a monument to Louis Beriot can be seen, he flew across the channel in 1909. That was one of many Dover to Calais crossings by any means possible including rafts, swimming, barrels, basically any method will do as long as you get in the record books!

Tourist Information Centres in the town.

What to see - Dover Tourist Attractions

  Activities

Walk the cliffs, Dover
a good starting place is the castle, and you can try the Grand Shaft, a spiral staircase takes you down to the bottom of the cliffs (or up!) Walk the cliffs information

  Castles

Dover Castle, Dover CT16 1HU
The main event here, good displays illustrate the history of this Norman onwards castle, World War II secret tunnels with audio visual, Roman lighthouse ( The Pharos), special events, shop, etc.   Dover Castle information

  Historic Houses

Roman Painted House New Street, Dover CT17 9AJ
Preserved Roman hotel with wall paintings.   Roman Painted House information

  Museums

South Forelands Lighthouse The Front, St Margarets Bay, Dover CT15 6HP
Along the cliffs, just north of Dover, is South Forelands Lighthouse, ( A258 then B2058) National Trust property with display on Marconi who tried to broadcast from here   South Forelands Lighthouse information

Where to stay in Dover

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Hotels

Ramada Hotel Dover 4*

Singledge Lane, Whitfield Dover CT16 3EL MAP Within peaceful gardens, yet alongside the A2 between Dover and Canterbury, this modern 4-star hotel has easy access to Dover ferry ports and Kent International Airport. During your stay you can take a short stroll to find the castle, town centre and the... More Information and Book ... prices based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days - Use the dates box to check prices for the dates of your stay. Prices from: £ 51 a Room a LivePriceTM

Walletts Court Country House Hotel 4*

Westcliffe St. Margaret's-at-Cliffe Dover CT15 6EW MAP Four hundred years of history exude from the walls of the ancient manor house nestling in wild open landscape in the heart of White Cliffs Country ninety minutes from the city of London & ten minutes from the port of Dover. ... More Information and Book ...

County Hotel 3*

Townwall Street Dover CT16 1SZ MAP In the centre of Dover, County Hotel offers good value accommodation, with a swimming pool and a health club. Dover rail station is a short walk away. Work out in the gym. Relax in the bar, with large screen TV or dine in Christo's restaurant, with panor... More Information and Book ... prices based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days - Use the dates box to check prices for the dates of your stay. Prices from: £ 65 a Room a LivePriceTM

Premier Inn Dover Central (Eastern Ferry Terminal) 3*

Marine Court Marine Parade Dover CT16 1LW MAP At Premier Inn Dover Central (Eastern Ferry Terminal) food and drink is available at the Marine Court and Contemporary dining... More Information and Book ...

Premier Inn Dover West 3*

Folkestone Road Dover CT15 7AB MAP At Premier Inn Dover West food and drink is available at the Plough and Beefeater... More Information and Book ...

Premier Inn Dover East 3*

Jubilee Way Guston Wood Dover CT15 5FD MAP At Premier Inn Dover East food and drink is available at the Duke of York and Brewers Fayre... More Information and Book ...

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Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels

The West Bank Guest House 4*

239/241 Folkestone Road Dover CT17 9LL MAP A warm welcome awaits you at this family run guesthouse that rests at the edge of Dover. Accommodation here ranges from single to family rooms for up to 6 people. The guesthouse boasts a lounge, bar and secure flood lit car park. The West Bank is withi... More Information and Book ... prices based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days - Use the dates box to check prices for the dates of your stay. Prices from: £ 60 a Room a LivePriceTM

Dover's Restover Bed & Breakfast 3*

69 Folkestone Road Dover CT17 9RZ MAP Opposite Dover Priory Railway Station, Dover's Restover is a Victorian town house offering comfortable guest house accommodation and free private parking. The town centre is a short stroll away. Each en suite room at Dover’s Restover Bed & Breakfast ha... More Information and Book ... prices based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days - Use the dates box to check prices for the dates of your stay. Prices from: £ 52 a Room a LivePriceTM

Hubert House 4* Guest House

9 Castle Hill Road Dover CT16 1QW MAP This family-run guest house and bistro has won multiple awards and is the only accommodation provider in Dover with 4 stars and the much coveted Gold Award. Hubert House is situated at the foot of the hill leading up to Dover Castle, and the world-renow... More Information and Book ... prices based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days - Use the dates box to check prices for the dates of your stay. Prices from: £ 60 a Room a LivePriceTM

The Marquis 5* Guest accommodation

Alkham Valley Road Dover CT15 7DF MAP Striking and modern, The Marquis is a former village pub that offers contemporary dining and chic rooms, all amid beautiful Kent countryside near Dover, Folkestone, Canterbury and Ashford. With views across the Alkham Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natur... More Information and Book ... prices based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days - Use the dates box to check prices for the dates of your stay. Prices from: £ 71.25 a Room a LivePriceTM

The Swingate Inn 4*

Deal Road Dover CT15 5DP MAP Set in the idyllic Kent countryside, The Swingate Inn is a family-run hotel with AA 4-star status, conveniently located on the A258 and just 5 minutes from Dover ferry port. The Swingate Inn provides a perfect base to explore the surrounding area, with m... More Information and Book ... prices based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days - Use the dates box to check prices for the dates of your stay. Prices from: £ 60 a Room a LivePriceTM

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Around The Dover Area

Explore the Kent coastline, towards Hythe and New Romney.

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Folkestone (6.61 miles) Deal (7.62 miles) Sandwich (10.31 miles) Hythe (10.62 miles) Canterbury (14.65 miles) Ramsgate (14.95 miles) Broadstairs (16.96 miles) Margate (18.31 miles) Herne Bay (18.64 miles) Whitstable (20.29 miles) Dungeness (20.82 miles)