"England's smallest city" Wells by King_Golo

Wells Travel Guide: 94 reviews and 315 photos

Wells is well-known as England's smallest city. An English city is defined by having a cathedral - and Wells' magnificent cathedral is indeed worthy for a city. Apart from that, the centre of Wells is home to many other sights which are worth being explored. Last but not least, the surroundings of Wells are also very beautiful.

Pros and Cons

Pros:magnificent cathedral in a beautiful small city

Last visit to Wells: Jan 2011
Intro Written Mar 29, 2011
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Reviews (7)

Ebbor Gorge Things to Do (4)

After we had made the mistake to visit Wookey Hole we asked the owner of our bed and breakfast for other, more... more travel advice

The Cave (Who can find the only stalactite?) - Wells

The World's Biggest Tourist Rip-Off... Tourist Traps (1)

... is Wookey Hole, just a few miles outside Wells. While the medieval city of Wells is lovely in every respect, Wookey... more travel advice

A Fine Ensemble of Houses: Vicar's Close Things to Do (4)

Vicar's Close is England's oldest row of terraced houses and Europe's oldest continuously inhabited medieval street,... more travel advice

Penniless Porch Things to Do (4)

Penniless Porch is the name of the archway built around 1450 which takes you from Wells' market square to the cathedral... more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
Great food at Cafe Piano

Hotels (1)
A friendly B&B in Wells

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HORSCHECK Jan 21, 2012 at 5:37 AM

Another great little page of yours. The B&B really sounds like a good find. 16 quid for the Wookey Hole really seem to be a rip-off.