How To Reach Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint (Canterbury) In 2026 - 2027

Reaching Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint, Canterbury, United Kingdom

Address: Westgate Towers, 1 Pound Lane, Canterbury CT1 2BZ, United Kingdom

By Car

• From London, take the M2 motorway which merges into the A2, following signs for Canterbury. Look for exit signs for the City Centre/Westgate Towers.
• Parking is available in nearby public car parks since there is no on-site parking. The closest ones are Westgate Towers Car Park and Pound Lane Car Park.

By Train

• Canterbury has two main railway stations: Canterbury West and Canterbury East. Both stations are within walking distance of the museum.
• From Canterbury West, head southeast on Station Road West, turn right onto St Dunstan's Street, continue onto High Street, and then onto Westgate, where you'll find the museum.
• From Canterbury East, exit the station and turn left onto Rhodaus Town, continue onto Old Dover Road, then onto Burgate and finally onto Westgate where the museum is situated.

By Bus

• Canterbury's bus station, adjacent to Canterbury East train station, has several buses stopping at Westgate Towers. You can catch buses operated by Stagecoach, with routes serving most of the surrounding area.
• Look for the Canterbury Westgate Towers stop for the closest access.

Walking

• Canterbury is a compact city, with the Westgate Towers located centrally. If you’re exploring the city centre, the museum is accessible by a short walk from most central locations.

Cycling

• Bicycle racks are available nearby for those who choose to cycle to the museum.

Note: Always check the museum's opening times and travel disruptions or road works that may affect your journey ahead of time.