Kent’s Heritage Coast – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

Kent’s Heritage Coast – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

By Uncover Britain Road Trips

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Overview

Explore the Kentish Coast your way with this online guidebook, illustrating a scenic 86-mile (139 km) point-to-point trip across 17 destinations from Canterbury and Whitstable, Thanet Coast, Dover and beyond, across three sections. Each covering classic destinations, coast & hidden gems—visit the places you choose.
WHAT TO EXPECT
• This online plan is ready to browse and get inspired – use at home or on your phone on the go.
• An overarching plan to shape your multi-destination holiday, with sample itineraries, for your timeframe from 3 to 14 days.
• Inspire your trip, with places to go, where to stay, plus directions/parking etc.
• Note: the guide itself is not customisable. However, each route includes our own pre-populated Google Maps with pins, plus customisable directions by section on Google Maps.
Get started today with instant access (choose the nearest date as with 1 year’s access, there’s no need to wait until your travel date). Use on smartphone, tablet, or desktop.

Activity location

Canterbury
- Canterbury, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

48FC+24 Dover
- Dover, England, United Kingdom

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Kent’s Heritage Coast – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan in English

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Opening hours: Fri 9:00 am-5:00 pm
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Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

AU$22.77 x 1 TravellerAU$22.77

Total

What's included, what's not

Suggested point-to-point plan
Sample itineraries to illustrate what’s possible
1 account licence = 12 months access
Access via website – not an app so nothing to download
Transport (Use own)
Live Guide

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Example - around Canterbury. You can adapt your road trip to fit your timeframe – from 3 to 14 days.

2 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Canterbury

6h

Use the guide to explore the historic city of Canterbury and surrounding countryside. Visit iconic landmarks like Canterbury Cathedral, discover riverside walks and heritage trails. Includes tips for parking, how to get here and how to spend your time.

Whitstable

4h

Charming and full of character, Whitstable is a must for food lovers and seaside fans. Use the guide to explore its harbour, sample local oysters, browse independent shops, and follow the coast to Tankerton Slopes. Includes ideas for how to spend your time, where to park etc.

Day 2: Example - Thanet Coast

3 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Margate

4h

This section covers the classic Kentish seaside experience, with stops in Margate, Broadstairs, and Ramsgate. The guidebook highlights art galleries, retro arcades, clifftop walks, and sandy beaches, offering a mix of culture and coastal charm. **Relax on Margate beach, visit a contemporary art gallery or enjoy some time at the pleasure rides. The guidebook helps you explore Margate’s creative side — visit the Turner Contemporary, stroll the Old Town’s vintage shops, or relax on Margate Main Sands.

Broadstairs

3h

Next, visit Broadstairs, a postcard-perfect seaside town once beloved by Charles Dickens. The guide leads you to Viking Bay, the main beach backed by cliffs and colourful beach huts. Learn about the town’s literary history, visit the Dickens House Museum, and enjoy walks along the coastal path or up to Bleak House. Includes how to spend your time there and parking tips etc.

Ramsgate

4h

Discover the rich maritime history of Ramsgate, if you choose to stop here. Explore the Royal Harbour.

Day 3: Example - Dover

1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Dover

6h

Discover why Dover has been one of the most important since Roman times by visiting this fascinating city. Find out more about the 2000-year history at Dover Castle, plus the history of the World War II tunnels and other sites. Enjoy the world recognised view of the white cliffs. Use the guide to select your choices.

Day 4: Example - Folkestone & Dungeness

2 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Folkestone

3h

Visit Folketone's bustling harbour and the newly renovated Folkestone Harbour Arm - with its vibrant restaurants, pubs and shops.

Dungeness

5h

Explore the area's unique landscape and rich biodiversity. Visit the nature reserve, stroll along the beach or visit the nostalgic railway line. Use the guide to make your choices.

Location

Activity location

Canterbury
- Canterbury, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

48FC+24 Dover
- Dover, England, United Kingdom

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