10-Day England Road Trip from London traveling south to Canterbury, Brighton, Southampton, and Oxford

London has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Buckingham Palace. This attraction is a royal palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,150 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

London also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of London is Scarfes Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of London is The Connaught Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in England!

You still have 4 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Hyde Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 114,540 visitors.

Royal Albert Hall is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 31,525 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Science Museum. Attracting 2,989,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Science Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a science museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 57,170 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding London Eye. This ferris wheel and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,722 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

Hawksmoor Air Street is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.

Locals enjoy Bill's Soho Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, Hawksmoor Seven Dials. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

You still have 3 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Trafalgar Square. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 108,072 visitors.

British Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 131,855 visitors. British Museum attracts about 5,906,716 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Madame Tussauds London. This amazing attraction is a wax museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 62,036 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Regent's Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 39,840 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Hawksmoor Seven Dials. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.

The Red Lion, Parliament Street is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

Locals enjoy Cahoots London, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Ivy. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

You still have 2 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Borough Market. This incredible attraction is a building and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 73,097 visitors.

London Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 42,254 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Tower of London. Attracting 2,741,126 annual visitors, it's clear that Tower of London is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 86,613 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tower Bridge. This bascule bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 129,394 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Greenwich Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 38,457 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like The Ivy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Old Bank of England. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Canterbury. You’ll stay in Canterbury for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of London’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of London, start your day with a visit to the amazing Mote Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,370 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Leeds Castle. This house museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,114 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Dover Castle to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular Dover Castle is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,322 visitors.

The lovely National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,781 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Kearsney Abbey Gardens. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,006 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that London has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Canterbury. Canterbury offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Cafe Des Amis. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,400 reviews.

The remarkable The Corner House is another top restaurant in Canterbury we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Refectory kitchen is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 589 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Canterbury, the fantastic Lady Luck. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Foundry Brew Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 989 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

You’ll stay in Brighton for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Westgate Gardens. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,704 visitors.

Around 11,304 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of England, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in England. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Bodiam Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a quadrangular castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,553 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,293 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Seven Sisters Country Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,141 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Brighton.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brighton, Petit Pois Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

Locals recommend 64 Degrees as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brighton. 64 Degrees is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brighton is The Walrus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,089 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Brighton, Alcotraz Brighton: Cell Block One-Three. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Coal Shed Restaurant Brighton. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,105 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through England with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Brighton and embark on a scenic drive to Southampton, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Brighton before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Brighton. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,058 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Royal Pavilion. This attraction, a beloved palace, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,266 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Brighton is the stunning Brighton i360. This observation tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,933 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated railway station in Brighton. The popular Preston Park railway station is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Winchester Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,492 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cafe Thrive Southampton. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 975 customers.

Locals also recommend Piccolo Mondo, another of the best restaurants in Southampton. Piccolo Mondo is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bacaro. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 580 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Rockstone to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Southampton, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Belgium And Blues. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Belgium And Blues has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in England, and look forward to more great days to come!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Moors Valley Country Park & Forest. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,174 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible The Tank Museum. This military museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12,904 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in London is another excellent way to spend your new day in England. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of England’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to England’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of England’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Salisbury Cathedral for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,144 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Stonehenge. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 50,355 visitors, this tourist attraction deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Oxford.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Antep Kitchen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oxford. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,520 customers.

Locals also recommend Thaikhun as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oxford. Thaikhun is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

After dinner, visit Turf Tavern, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oxford. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,465 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Bear Inn, Oxford. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,606 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Oxford and embark on a scenic drive to London, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Oxford and Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Oxford. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Oxford University Museum of Natural History. This attraction is a natural history museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,018 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Covered Market. This attraction, a beloved market hall, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9,153 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Oxford is the stunning Oxford Castle. This castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,163 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable St George's Chapel, Windsor. This attraction is a castle chapel that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,308 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Windsor Castle. This historic house museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 46,682 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Windsor Great Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,706 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, it's time to continue your drive to the city of London. When you arrive in London you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Rules. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,824 customers.

Locals also recommend Berners Tavern, another of the best restaurants in London. Berners Tavern is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in England, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 10 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of London before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of London and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.

You’ll then say farewell to London. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in England!