Free things to do in Dover

4 free-entry places in and around Dover, Kent. Check parking, opening hours and other costs before you go.

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The White Cliffs of Dover glowing above a shingle beach at golden hour
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Viewpoint

White Cliffs of Dover

Chalk cliff paths above the Channel with France on a clear day — free on National Trust land; stay on paths.

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White Cliffs of Dover

Dover, Kent

Chalk cliff paths above the Channel with France on a clear day — free on National Trust land; stay on paths.

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White Cliffs visitor car park ~£3

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Waterfront

Dover Seafront Promenade

Harbour arm, marina and shingle beach below the cliffs — wander the waterfront without a castle ticket.

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Dover Seafront Promenade

Dover, Kent

Harbour arm, marina and shingle beach below the cliffs — wander the waterfront without a castle ticket.

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Seafront ~£2/hr

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Pencester Gardens

Town-centre gardens with a play area and open lawns — handy before a cliff walk.

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Pencester Gardens

Dover, Kent

Town-centre gardens with a play area and open lawns — handy before a cliff walk.

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Town centre ~£2/hr

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Nature reserve

Samphire Hoe

Wildflower country park created from Channel Tunnel spoil — sea-level paths and chalk flora below the cliffs.

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Samphire Hoe

Dover, Kent

Wildflower country park created from Channel Tunnel spoil — sea-level paths and chalk flora below the cliffs.

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Samphire Hoe car park ~£2

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