I’ll be honest in saying that I am finding living in this city tough, I miss my big wide open spaces, fresh air, mountains, rivers, lakes and beaches. Known as the 'Gateway to England', Dover welcomes millions of visitors from all over the globe every year. So had to walk for around 40-50 minutes to reach near at the visitor center of White cliffs of Dover. Visit Dover. We only spent about half the day at the castle, because we knew we wanted to see the White Cliffs of Dover.Our inn owner had told us that you can talk from Dover to the next town down the coast, St. Margret’s Bay which is where Ian Flemming lived and wrote some of the James Bond novels. Good car parking, drive on past the cafe and best car parks are above the cafe. Started walking through the city. You can follow public footpaths down into Dover Town coming out close to the ferry terminal. The Walk and the Views These interesting facts about the White Cliffs of Dover will help you get a little perspective on why the cliffs are iconic and a must see: The Cliffs are 300 feet tall and stretch for 10 miles to the east and west of the town of Dover. On the way you can make a small diversion to where Bleriot landed after making the first manned flight across the English Channel. Discover some of the best places to walk in White Cliffs Country. Started walking through the city. The cliff face, which reaches a height of 350 feet (110 m), owes its striking appearance to its composition of chalk accented by streaks of black flint. White Cliffs of Dover Walk. Good short and longer walks available in the area. The White Cliffs of Dover are perhaps most famous as an iconic landmark, the white chalk face a symbol of home and war time defense, but they have so much more to offer; stunning views, a serene walk and a wealth of wildlife. Walking on the White Cliffs of Dover The circular route starts from the Visitor Centre and it takes about 50 minutes to get to South Foreland Lighthouse. The cliff face, which reaches a height of 350 feet (110 m), owes its striking appearance to its composition of chalk accented by streaks of black flint. From there, the only option is to follow the signs and walk (about 40 minutes) to the Visitor Centre which is 2 miles away. From Deal on the east Kent coast is a day of spectacular views on the country’s most celebrated part of coastline and three castles on route to Dover harbour. You can take refreshments at Mrs Knott's Tea Room at South Foreland Lighthouse, and at White Cliffs … Explore the map to find great coastal, countryside, guided and themed walks.