Lincoln Cathedral
Nearly a thousand years of architecture, stories, music and craftsmanship in one of the world's great cathedrals.
Plan your visit
Two thousand years.
One remarkable city.
Walk from Roman gateways to medieval landmarks, independent shops and a lively waterfront — all from your base in the Cathedral Quarter.
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WalkableCity centre
Step outside and start exploring.
Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter brings together the city's most recognisable architecture, cobbled streets and independent character. Exchequergate places you between the Cathedral and Castle, with Steep Hill descending towards the lower city and Brayford Waterfront.
It is a compact city best discovered slowly: look up at the medieval stonework, follow the Roman line of Bailgate and leave room for coffee, local food and unexpected side streets.
Lincoln Castle
Walk the medieval walls, discover the Victorian Prison and see an original 1215 Magna Carta.
Discover the Castle
Steep Hill
Cobbles, crooked buildings, independent shops and rewarding views connect the upper and lower city.
Explore Steep Hill
Bailgate and Castle Square
Independent boutiques, relaxed cafés, pubs and restaurants line streets shaped by Roman and medieval Lincoln.
Explore BailgateA day from your doorstep.
A relaxed route linking uphill Lincoln with the waterfront below. Adapt it to your pace and current attraction opening times.
- Morning
- Cathedral and Castle SquareBegin with Lincoln's great landmarks before the streets become busy, then pause for coffee around Bailgate.
- Midday
- Steep Hill and The StraitFollow the cobbles downhill through independent shops, galleries and centuries of architecture.
- Afternoon
- High Street and BrayfordContinue through the city centre towards Brayford Pool for a waterside walk and a change of pace.
- Evening
- Return to the Cathedral QuarterChoose a local restaurant or pub near Castle Square, then enjoy the illuminated skyline on the walk home.
More Lincoln to discover.
Check current events, temporary restrictions and seasonal opening details before you set out.
Stay where the stories begin.
Return from the city to a spacious historic home at the top of Steep Hill.
