Of all the cathedral cities surely Canterbury is one of the finest.
A staggering 1.5 million visitors a year come to admire the centrepiece cathedral, which includes vibrant stained glass windows and tomb of the Black Prince. 

Don't miss the pleasant alleyways and back streets where you'll find other important buildings including St Martin's Church, the oldest known Christian site in England and the restored Poor Priest's Hospital.

A good way to combine history with some fun is a visit to the Canterbury Tales tourist attraction. The tales of poet Geoffrey Chaucer's pilgrims are vividly brought to life in this fun museum.