5 min walkHythe Beach & Promenade
A long shingle beach with views to Dungeness and, on clear days, France. Beach huts, seafront strolls and beautiful Kent sunsets.
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Things To Do in Hythe
Our favourite walks, beaches, castles and Kentish gems — all within easy reach of The Swan.
5 min walk
3 min walkRoyal Military Canal
Walk or paddleboard along one of England's most peaceful waterways — 28 miles of Napoleonic-era canal winding through Kent.
10 min walkRomney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
Ride the world's smallest public steam railway from Hythe to Dungeness. A must for families and rail lovers.
15 min drivePort Lympne Wild Animal Park
600 acres of animal reserve with lions, giraffes, black rhinos and glamping stays overlooking the safari.
10 min driveFolkestone Harbour Arm
Reclaimed harbour arm with street-food kitchens, live music, art installations and views across the Channel.
20 min driveWhite Cliffs of Dover
Iconic chalk cliffs with National Trust walks, the Battle of Britain memorial and Dover Castle nearby.
35 min driveRye & Camber Sands
Cobbled medieval town with antique shops, followed by miles of golden sand at Camber. Perfect day trip.
30 min driveCanterbury Cathedral
A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of England's most famous cathedrals — pair it with a wander through the old city.
5 min driveSaltwood Castle & Village
A picture-postcard Kent village with an occasionally-open castle and cracking country pubs.
20 min driveKentish Vineyards
Visit award-winning English sparkling producers like Chapel Down and Balfour for tours, tastings and long lunches.