Title: University of Chester in Chester - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [University of Chester Hotels](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Chester-Hotels.0-l6087875-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Chester](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Chester.d6590.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Chester](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Chester.d6590.Travel-Guide-Activities)[University of Chester Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-University-Of-Chester.d6087875.Car-Rental-Guide)[Chester Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Chester.d6590.Destination-Travel-Guides) # University of Chester Tours and Activities ![University of Chester showing an administrative building and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087875/7d47596a-96a7-4af8-9681-633fb60c2124.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![University of Chester showing an administrative building and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087875/7d47596a-96a7-4af8-9681-633fb60c2124.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit University of Chester Activities [Chester travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Chester.dx6590) --- --- #### Take a campus tour of one of England’s oldest higher education institutions to see an intriguing blend of Victorian architecture with modern features. The University of Chester is a historic college on the banks of the city’s picturesque canal. Founded in 1839 as a small training facility for teachers, it has expanded to incorporate many faculties and now has six campuses. Explore the Parkgate Road campus to the north of the Chester City Walls to discover its magnificent Victorian-era buildings. Visit the Old College building, which dates back to 1842 and contains a chapel built by the university’s first students. The students helped to carve the stone and form the stained-glass windows. Admire the building’s stately design, which features arched bell openings and a crocketed spire. The charming Victorian townhouse now provides accommodation for students. Join one of the regular campus tours. Learn about the university’s heritage and trace its history to the current day. Visit the modern building of the Students’ Union, which contains shops and bars. Explore the state-of-the-art lecture theaters and seminar rooms in the Binks Building. Leaf through tomes in the Seaborne Library and purchase books from the university bookshop. Enjoy a meal in White’s Dining Room, the university’s dining hall for students, staff and visitors. Visit the Old Vicarage just outside the campus, which houses the university’s English Department. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the campus when you visit during semester, or make the most of the quiet university grounds during the holidays. Campus tours and are free The University of Chester has buildings scattered throughout the city, but the main campus is in the northern part of the city center. Follow the Chester Canal north from where it meets the River Dee to get to the university. Walk 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) northwest from the Chester Railway Station. Another prominent campus is in the nearby town of Warrington. ### Popular places to visit ![Chester City Walls showing a bridge and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087877/45c3148d-6071-4538-b3f7-b1101d3f5128.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chester City Walls 5/5(7 reviews) Follow in the footsteps of the Roman soldiers, Norman warriors and Georgian civilians who traversed these walls over the centuries. [](https://expedia.ca/Chester-City-Walls-Chester.d6087877.Vacation-Attraction) ![Chester Town Hall taken yesterday afternoon. Taken on a Sony a6000 with a with a 7artisans fisheye lens. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6590/7afe35b9-05bb-4330-be1e-bbd7b1aa1372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chester Town Hall Chester Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Chester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Chester-Town-Hall-Chester.d6087849.Vacation-Attraction) ![Chester Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, a park and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087847/4b7a23d2-8a04-467a-a5c8-a35f65583603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chester Cathedral 5/5(20 reviews) Climb to the top of a landmark bell tower for views of the city or watch birds of prey flying overhead at the falconry in this historic church. [](https://expedia.ca/Chester-Cathedral-Chester.d6087847.Vacation-Attraction) ![Chester which includes street scenes and heritage elements as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174701/0926d4f0-5d09-493d-8789-d97500d0a7b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Rows of Chester During your visit to Chester, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Rows of Chester. Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Rows-Of-Chester-Chester.d6174701.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chester Retail Park You can do some window-shopping at Chester Retail Park during your visit to Chester. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Chester-Retail-Park-Chester.d885107899997777920.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Cop After visiting The Cop, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chester. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its lively bars. 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