Folkestone, pre-occupied with taking people in and out of England on the ferries, this is a town most just pass through, with its terminus of the Channel Tunnel for those quick trips to France.

Yet it is still a traditional holiday resort with a fishing fleet and fish market, with a grassy promenade known as the Leas which goes across the cliffs with pleasant wooded walks. There is a cliff lift to take you up and down. To the east you can walk past a Martello Tower.

Information Centre in the town.

What to see - Folkestone Tourist Attractions

  Museums

Battle of Britain Museum Aerodrome Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone CT18 7AG
A260 then east on B2060, airplanes and exhibits about the air battle over London and the South East.   Battle of Britain Museum information

  Out & About

Battle of Britain Memorial Capel le Ferne, Folkestone
National Memorial to The Few with Memorial Wall. From the air the memorial is the shape of a propeller. Battle of Britain Memorial information

Where to stay in Folkestone

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Hotels

Best Western Clifton Hotel The Leas, Clifton Gardens Folkestone CT20 2EB MAP
Elegant Victorian style hotel in the centre of the Leas. Views of English Channel, minutes from town centre, Le Shuttle and ferry terminal to France. Spectacular views of the English Channel, 80 comfortable bedrooms, Garden Restaurant, bar, conference a...
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Burlington Hotel Earls Avenue Folkestone CT20 2HR MAP
The Burlington Hotel overlooks Leas Promenade and the English Channel. It is 4 miles (6.4 km) from the Channel Tunnel terminal and a short drive from the Dover harbour port. The hotel is set in quiet surroundings, and has friendly staff that are happy t...
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Premier Inn Cherry Garden Lane Folkestone CT19 4AP MAP
At Premier Inn Folkestone (Channel Tunnel) food and drink is available at the Brickfield and Contemporary dining...
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The Southcliff Hotel 22-26 The Leas Folkestone CT20 2DY MAP
The AA 2-star Southcliff Hotel sits on the Leas promenade and is a 5-minute drive from Eurotunnel. There is a car park and free Wi-Fi. Half the en suite rooms have sea views, and some have balconies. The stylish Office Bar offers hot food. Southcliff ha...
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The Salisbury Hotel 30-32 Clifton Gardens, The Leas Folkestone CT20 2EF MAP
This Victorian hotel is situated on The Leas promenade. It is very close to the Leas Cliff Hall and town centre, and has motorway connections to Eurotunnel and Dover's ports. Many rooms at The Salisbury Hotel have sea views. Free on-street parking is ava...
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Britannia Grand Burstin Hotel The Harbour Folkestone CT20 1TX MAP
Overlooking Folkestone Harbour, this good-value seaside hotel is a 10-minute walk from the town and 3 minutes from the beach. It has 3 restaurants, 2 bars and evening entertainment. Britannia Grand Burstin Hotel has excellent harbour views and is well-pl...
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Sandgate Hotel 8-9 Wellington Terrace, The Esplanade Folkestone CT20 3DY MAP
Wake up to the sea. Relax by it. Drink to it. Eat from it. Because in our dining room we serve the pick of the local fishermen’s catch, and this freshness runs through everything we do. It runs through the fresh thinking that shaped the informal com...
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Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels

Garden Lodge 4* Guest House

Garden Lodge 324 Canterbury Road Densole Folkestone CT18 7BB MAP
South East England Tourism Awards, Bed & Breakfast of The Year, Runner-Up, Large Garden with Aviaries,Swimming Pool.Private Car Park.Easy Motorway Access.Ground Floor Rooms. Golf & Horse Riding Facilities Nearby.Ideal Position For Channel Tunnel.. ...
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Langhorne Garden Hotel 3* Guest House

Langhorne Garden Hotel 10-12 Langhorne Gardens Folkestone CT20 2EA MAP
Family run hotel located in the heart of the town and within two minutes of up to 10 restaurants offering the best in International cuisine. Hotel has two bars including a Wine Bar in basement offering real ales and bar food at lunchtimes.. ...
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Kentmere Guest House 76 Cheriton Road Folkestone CT20 1DG MAP
Located on the main tourist route and within easy walking distance of Folkestone town centre, our newly renovated and decorated, modern and comfortable guest house offers clean en suite accommodation at reasonable rates. Our guest house is located.. ...
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Chandos Guest House 77 Cheriton Road Folkestone CT20 1DG MAP
You will find a warm and friendly welcome is guaranteed at our family-run guesthouse. The Channel tunnel Terminal, to France is only a short 5-10 min drive from Folkestone. We can even book your tickets from Folkestone to France for you.. ...
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Chandos Guest House 77 Cheriton Road Folkestone CT20 1DG MAP
A friendly welcome is guaranteed at this family-run guest house, less than 10 minutes from the Channel Tunnel and Dover ferries, near central Folkestone and the rail station. Parking is available from 17:45 until 08:15 and at any time during the weekend....
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Around The Folkestone Area

Explore the ports of Hythe and Dover, but don't forget to visit Canterbury.

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Hythe (4.17 miles) Dover (6.61 miles) New Romney (12.17 miles) Deal (13.68 miles) Ashford (14.21 miles) Canterbury (14.44 miles) Dungeness (14.57 miles) Sandwich (15.13 miles) Ramsgate (20.25 miles) Faversham (20.65 miles) Broadstairs (22.30 miles)