Booking choice: The White Cliffs and Canterbury day trip, from $106 per person. Check dates Compare the options below
Each operator sets its own minimum age, and they differ: some take toddlers, one starts at seven. Canterbury Cathedral is free for children 17 and under with a paying adult, which helps the budget.
Expect about ten hours door to door, with around four on the road.
The quick answer
The English Bus takes children from age 3, Day Tours London from 4, and Go Tours UK from 7. Canterbury Cathedral is free for children 17 and under with a paying adult. The cliff path is open and windy, so keep young children close to the inland side.
What are the minimum ages?
They range from 3 to 7 depending on the operator.
| Tour | Minimum age | From |
|---|---|---|
| The English Bus | 3 | $201 |
| Day Tours London | 4 | $106 |
| Go Tours UK | 7 | $101 |
| Anderson Tours | Infants on laps; child prices 5 to 17 | $148 |
| Evan Evans | Child prices 3 to 16 | $141 |
Children from 4, about two hours at the cliffs: check dates for the family-friendly pace.
Check dates for the White Cliffs and Canterbury day tripDo children pay for Canterbury Cathedral?
No: children 17 and under go free with a paying adult.
The cathedral describes it simply as "kids go free", and its 2026 price list allows up to two children per paying adult.
Is the White Cliffs walk safe for children?
Yes with supervision: the path is grassy and gentle, but it runs along an unfenced cliff edge in places and is often windy.
Keep small children on the inland side, hold hands near viewpoints and stay off the edge in strong wind or after rain. Sturdy shoes matter more than anything.
Which tour is best for families?
For young children, The English Bus (from 3) or Day Tours London (from 4); for older kids who love castles, Anderson or Evan Evans.
A smaller group means shorter waits at each stop; a castle gives children something to explore beyond the views. Strollers are listed as accessible on some tours, but the cliff path and Dover Castle are hard going with one.
Small group, children from 3: Chilham village, the cliffs, Dover Castle and Canterbury.
Explore The English Bus small-group dayHow do you survive the long day?
Bring snacks and water, plan a proper lunch in Canterbury, and keep something to do for the coach ride.
Lunch is not included on any of these tours, and it can come late. Pack layers for the cliffs and a change of socks if rain is forecast.
What will kids enjoy most?
The cliffs and the chance to spot France, the castles, and Canterbury's medieval lanes and river.
The Canterbury Highlights walking tour offers a children's activity sheet and history trail if you are staying in the city.
When is it not a good idea?
With children who struggle on long coach rides, or on a stormy day when the cliff top is unpleasant.
Every tour here cancels free up to 24 hours before, so you can move the date if the forecast turns.
Flexible plans: free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Check dates for the White Cliffs and Canterbury day tripFrequently asked questions
Can toddlers go on a Dover and Canterbury tour?
On some. The English Bus takes children from 3 and Day Tours London from 4, and Anderson Tours has an infant fare for under-5s.
Is Dover Castle good for kids?
Older children usually love it: battlements, tunnels and a big site to explore. It is steep in places.
Do children need a ticket for the cliffs?
No. The White Cliffs are free to walk.
Are there child prices on the tours?
Some tours have child prices and others charge the same for every seat; the listing shows the age bands.
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before on every option. Prices are from-prices in USD and move with the season.
White Cliffs of Dover & Canterbury Day Trip
- Coach from Blackfriars, central London (departs 7:30 AM)
- About 2 hours at the White Cliffs on the cliff-top path
- About 2 hours in Canterbury, with a walking tour of the old town
Canterbury, Dover Castle & Chilham Small Group
A minibus day with a village stop; entries paid on the day
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Day Trip
- Leeds Castle entry, about 1.5 hours
- Canterbury Cathedral entry and guided tour if you select that option
- About 20 minutes at the White Cliffs; Dover Castle seen from the coach
