Chester Christmas Market
- Duration: 2 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TLEI10155
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
2 days
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Enjoy a festive city escape with our Christmas Market mini break to Chester, a perfect way to soak up seasonal cheer, historic surroundings and Christmas sparkle. This 2-day festive getaway is based at the excellent 4-Star Mercure Hotel Chester Abbots Well on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis, offering comfort, great food and a relaxing place to unwind after a day of festive exploring.
Chester Christmas Market provides a wonderfully traditional Christmas atmosphere, set against the stunning backdrop of the city’s historic centre. Over two days, you’ll have plenty of time to browse the charming wooden chalets, filled with handcrafted gifts, festive decorations and delicious seasonal treats. Twinkling lights, festive music and the sight of Chester’s iconic black-and-white buildings create a truly magical setting that feels straight out of a Christmas card.
Between market visits, there’s plenty more to enjoy at your own pace. Wander the famous Rows, explore the ancient city walls or stop for a warming drink in one of Chester’s cosy pubs or cafés. The city’s compact layout makes it ideal for relaxed strolling, allowing you to fully enjoy the festive atmosphere without feeling rushed.
With two days to enjoy the Christmas Market, comfortable accommodation and festive dining included, this mini break is a lovely way to celebrate the season. Perfect for festive shopping, seasonal treats and soaking up Christmas charm, Chester offers a memorable and relaxed festive escape.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1
Join your fellow travellers from one of our convenient local joining points and travel to Chester for your first day at the city's excellent Christmas Market.
Then continue on to your comfortable overnight hotel with time to relax and a tasty dinner.
Day 2
After a hearty breakfast, say farewell to your hotel and head back to Chester for more time to explore the city and Christmas Market. Depart mid afternoon for your return journey home, full of festive memories.Tour includes
- 1 night stay with English breakfast and evening meal
- Free time to explore Chester & its Christmas Market over 2 days
- Direct Coach Travel
- Net Zero Carbon
Chester Christmas Market
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationThis may be the best-preserved walled city in England, with its galleried streets, Roman Wall, Tudor houses, and unique medieval shopping experience at the famous ‘Rows’, where the shops are quite literally ‘on top of each other’. This is a fascinating city where you can truly combine a love of history with some truly inspiring shopping opportunities! Don’t miss a visit to the Christmas Market! Situated outside the Town Hall, it has a range of over 70 stalls selling Christmas gifts, arts and crafts goodies, fudge, local spirits and stocking fillers all surrounding the beautiful Christmas tree in the heart of Chester City Centre. Whilst shopping you can treat yourself to a hot mulled wine to get you in the festive spirit. There is also a small selection of stands selling food ranging from hot dogs to hog roasts.
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Mercure Chester Abbots Well
The 4-star Mercure Abbots Well hotel is nestled amidst two acres of landscaped gardens and is situated two miles from Chester city centre. There is a spacious and cosy restaurant and open plan lounge-bar area offering an ideal place to relax. Leisure facilities include an attractive indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and spa. All 126 bedrooms are furnished with en-suite bathrooms, an HD LED TV, complimentary high speed WiFi. TV, hairdryer and hospitality tray. Most rooms offer views of the hotel courtyard. There is no lift but plenty of ground floor rooms.
For more information, click here for the hotel website (opens in a new window)Hotel Location
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