About Chichester - Chichester lies between the South Downs and the sea, a city wreathed in history. Built by the Romans, built over during medieval times and later transformed by the Tudors and the Georgians, the inquisitive visitor is treated to umpteen hundred years of southern English living, in a city dominated by its great cathedral.
Shopping - Chichester is famous for its shopping and is one of the most attractive retail areas in the south. You will find a great variety of shops - from gifts to antiques, books to fashion. For the clothes conscious there are the well-known high street shops and smaller individual boutiques.
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Buskers and street entertainers add to the atmosphere, and when it's time for a break there is an abundance of places for refreshment.
Things to do and Tourist Information - Chichester cathedral is on almost every visitors list of things to see. It dates back to 1088, just after the Domesday Book was compiled. Another historic place is Fishbourne Roman Palace which explores life in England during the Roman occupation of the UK. One for the boys is Tangmere Military Aviation Museum. As well as housing a Hunter and Meteor the museum also has a replica of a Spitfire and a Hurricane and Swift Jet.
For days out with children see: www.kidsdaysout.co.uk/
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