Howletts Zoo Tours

Kids of all ages will love visiting the fascinating animals at Howletts Zoo. See if there are any wildlife shows to find out more about your favorite creature.

This wildlife attraction is often on the itineraries of visitors to Canterbury. But Howletts Zoo isn't the area's only drawcard. Canterbury Cathedral, St. Martin's Church, and University of Kent are some other interesting attractions nearby.

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Hotel du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells

4 out of 5
Tunbridge Wells Town Centre
Price was $1,061, price is now $953 per person
$953
per person
Mar 11 - Mar 15
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to London (LGW)
8.8/10 Excellent! (545 reviews)
All good, Reception lady very nice and helpful.

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

The Birch Hotel

The Birch Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,227, price is now $1,075 per person
$1,075
per person
Apr 3 - Apr 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to London (LGW)
8.4/10 Very Good! (747 reviews)
Nice bed, clean room, paper thin walls … Breakfast was nice, coffee was good. Wasn’t bad but wouldn’t stay again for the price.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Nutfield Priory Hotel And Spa

Nutfield Priory Hotel And Spa

4 out of 5
Price was $1,519, price is now $1,354 per person
$1,354
per person
Apr 3 - Apr 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to London (LGW)
8.8/10 Excellent! (398 reviews)
lovely stay will defo revisit

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Popular places to visit

Howletts is one of two parks owned by Aspinall foundation in Kent. Lots to see from Tigers, Lions and Gorillas to Elephants, Rhino and leopards. Yearly membership is available for both parks and Great value for money.

Howletts Wild Animal Park

See the exotic and native animals who call Howletts Wild Animal Park home during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Howletts Wild Animal Park
Completely in ruins, this is a very less visited site by tourists. This was a monastery used by St Augustine for educational and religious purpose. Today there are only few leftover dilapidated walls, graves and a lush green scenery all around. One needs to buy a ticket to view the Abbey ruins. Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site Excerpts from https://theredbagandpurpleshoes.wordpress.com/2014/08/02/the-hidden-gem-of-english-heritage-canterbury/

St. Augustine's Abbey

Take an hour or so to visit one of Canterbury’s most important heritage sites and see impressive ruins dating back to the sixth century.

St. Augustine's Abbey
Canterbury Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a city

Canterbury Cathedral

4.5/5(71 reviews)

This 1,400-year-old establishment is known for its breathtaking Gothic ceilings, its outstanding historical collections and its choir.

Canterbury Cathedral
Panto time... "Oh no it's not"....

Marlowe Theatre

4/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Marlowe Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Marlowe Theatre

St. Lawrence Ground

Catch an event at St. Lawrence Ground during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

St. Lawrence Ground

Canterbury Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Canterbury at Canterbury Golf Club. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Canterbury Golf Club

Best Lodging Options Near Howletts Zoo

THE PIG at Bridge Place - Kent

THE PIG at Bridge Place - Kent

3 out of 5
Bourne Park Rd Canterbury England
THE PIG at Bridge Place - Kent
The Falstaff Hotel

The Falstaff Hotel

4 out of 5
8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent Canterbury England
The Falstaff Hotel
Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury

Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury

Bridge ENG
Historic Cottage in village very close to Canterbury
★Walnut Tree Cottage★ Huge garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly

★Walnut Tree Cottage★ Huge garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly

Canterbury ENG
★Walnut Tree Cottage★ Huge garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly
★Tulip Tree Cottage★ Huge Garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly

★Tulip Tree Cottage★ Huge Garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly

Canterbury ENG
★Tulip Tree Cottage★ Huge Garden+village setting+near Canterbury+dog friendly
Cosy, family friendly, countryside cottage with fireplace and private parking

Cosy, family friendly, countryside cottage with fireplace and private parking

2 out of 5
Patrixbourne England
Cosy, family friendly, countryside cottage with fireplace and private parking
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

3 out of 5
36 New Dover Road Canterbury England
Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel
ABode Canterbury

ABode Canterbury

4 out of 5
30-33 High St Canterbury England
ABode Canterbury
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