England

This green and pleasant land, this sceptred isle, this crucible of empire and pioneer of parliamentary democracy: England is eccentric and endlessly intriguing.

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Windsor Castle
Windsor & Eton
The world’s largest and oldest continuously occupied fortress, Windsor Castle is a majestic vision of battlements and towers. Used for state occasions, it…
Westminster Abbey
The West End
A splendid mixture of architectural styles, Westminster Abbey is considered the finest example of Early English Gothic. It's not merely a beautiful place…
Tate Modern
South Bank
One of London's most amazing attractions, Tate Modern is an outstanding modern- and contemporary-art gallery housed in the creatively revamped Bankside…
Roman Baths
Bath
Welcome to one of Northern Europe's most significant Roman sites. Today more than a million visitors a year come to see its historic finds, atmospheric…
Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury
A rich repository of more than 1400 years of Christian history, Canterbury Cathedral is the Church of England’s mother ship, and a truly extraordinary…
Natural History Museum
Kensington & Hyde Park
With its thunderous, animatronic dinosaur, riveting displays about planet earth, outstanding Darwin Centre and architecture straight from a Gothic fairy…
St Paul's Cathedral
London
Sir Christopher Wren’s 300-year-old architectural masterpiece is a London icon. Towering over diminutive Ludgate Hill in a superb position that's been a…
Tower of London
London
Few parts of the UK are as steeped in history or as impregnated with legend and superstition as the titanic stonework of the Tower of London. Not only is…

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Best Things to Do
With its wild coastline, ancient history and rich culture, England invites deep exploration. Here are 15 top things to do in this green and pleasant land.
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Things to Know
From getting the best transportation prices to following local rules for queueing, you need to know these key practicalities before you visit England.
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Transportation
From whether to hire a car, spend a fortune on a train ticket, or sit for hours on a coach, here are the best way for traveling around in England.
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Money and Costs
Is it possible to explore England on a budget? It is with these top money-saving tips.
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Traveling with Kids
From visiting zoos and theme parks to exploring the countryside and coastline, here are the best things to do with babies, toddlers, tweens or teens.
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Best Road Trips
Be inspired by these road trips across England to take a multiday drive through gorgeous landscapes, quaint villages and along epic coastlines.
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Little red car driving near Aysgarth in the Yorkshire Dales on a sunny September day. Bolton castle seen in the far distance.

Road Trips

9 top road trips to see the best of England

Jul 17, 2023 • 8 Min read

Be inspired by these road trips across England to take a multiday drive through gorgeous landscapes, quaint villages and along epic coastlines.

Budget Travel
18 ways to explore England on a budget
Jul 15, 2023 • 11 Min read
Is it possible to explore England on a budget? It is with these top money-saving tips.
Family Travel
The best things to do with kids in England
Jul 14, 2023 • 7 Min read
From visiting zoos and theme parks to exploring the countryside and coastline, here are the best things to do with babies, toddlers, tweens or teens.
Activities
The 16 best places to visit in England: from untouched landscapes to culture-packed cities
Jul 13, 2023 • 11 Min read
From historic city centers with stunning architecture to crowd-free stretches of beautiful countryside, here are the highlights of a visit to England.
Destination Practicalities
16 local tips to know before traveling to England
Jul 13, 2023 • 7 Min read
From getting the best transportation prices to following local rules for queueing, you need to know these key practicalities before you visit England.
Beaches
The top 10 beaches in England
Jul 11, 2023 • 8 Min read
From the wildly beautiful Yorkshire coast to the sun-drenched southern counties, England has a beautiful beach for every taste. Here are 10 of our faves.
Activities
15 top things to do in England from the obvious to the adventurous
Jul 6, 2023 • 9 Min read
With its wild coastline, ancient history and rich culture, England invites deep exploration. Here are 15 top things to do in this green and pleasant land.
Festivals & Events
The best times to visit England
Jul 5, 2023 • 5 Min read
England packs a lot into its pint-sized shores. Time your visit just right for the best experience.
Art and Culture
Explore the real Georgian-era history of England inspired by Netflix's Queen Charlotte
Jun 7, 2023 • 7 Min read
The real locales of Georgian-era England depicted in "Queen Charlotte" are more interesting than the series.
Camping
England's last wild camping refuge now requires permission - is this the end of 'right to roam'?
Jan 23, 2023 • 5 Min read
The Right to Roam campaign points out that the public are currently banned from 92% of England’s countryside and 97% of its rivers.