Places to see
Day trips from Dover
Official websites plus short planning guides — distances from Dover port and town centre.
White Cliffs of Dover
2 mi from DoverIconic chalk cliffs and coastal walks — the classic first view of England for ferry and cruise arrivals.
Dover Castle
1 mi from DoverMedieval fortress, Secret Wartime Tunnels and panoramic views over the Channel — minutes from the port.
Canterbury Cathedral
22 mi from DoverUNESCO World Heritage site and pilgrimage landmark — an easy day trip from Dover by road or rail.
Folkestone
7 mi from DoverCreative Coast harbour town, art trail and sandy beaches — a relaxed alternative to Dover for Channel crossings.
Deal
6 mi from DoverHistoric seaside pier, independent shops and Georgian architecture on the Kent coast between Dover and Ramsgate.