The towering chalk cliffs overlooking the English Channel that have a special place in our national history.
White Cliffs of Dover is an Attraction. Area Dover
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Designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), they are an official icon of Britain and have been a symbol of hope and freedom for centuries.
Learn more about their fascinating military history, discover the rare plants and animals found on the endangered chalk grassland or just watch the ships passing in the Channel from the comfort of the cafe.
Getting here - Follow the Dame Vera Lynn Way to walk to the National Trust Visitor Centre from the town below or drive along Upper Road.
Parking is £6 per car. NT members and Blue Badge Holders can park for free. Motorhomes are charged at £9 per vehicle and there is also a £25 charge for coaches.
The car park closes at 7pm each day.
Walking - the Saxon Shore Way and King Charles III England Coast Path pass along the clifftops for the length of the site, along with many other paths and military tracks to explore. Enjoy exhilarating cliff-top walks which offer unrivalled views of the busy English Channel.
There is a wheelchair-friendly footpath that leads to a viewing point, ideal if you just want a short route to see the famous cliffs. This all-weather path is built with a staggered incline, which allows for a few breathers on the way up.
Eating - the café at the National Trust White Cliffs Visitor Centre serves a range of hot and cold drinks, sweet treats, snacks and meals throughout the day. All are made freshly on site for you to enjoy as you take in the views of the world’s busiest passenger port below. Seating is available indoors and out.
Shopping - the shop within the visitor centre has original gifts, clothing and local products, plus a second-hand bookshop stocked with pre-loved books. Every purchase helps fund the National Trust's vital conservation work.
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