12-Day England road trip from Birmingham to York, Cambridge, London, and Basingstoke

Birmingham has many popular destinations you can explore.

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

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham, Adam's Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham is Purnells. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Birmingham also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Birmingham is The Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Birmingham is Bacchus Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in England!

You still have 2 nights left in Birmingham.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Black Country Living Museum. This incredible attraction is a living museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,335 visitors.

Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Tividale is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,072 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Dartmouth Park. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,048 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sandwell Valley Country Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,423 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Cannon Hill Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,953 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 Birmingham.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham, like Grand Central Kitchen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,311 customers.

La Galleria is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Birmingham. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 882 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Birmingham, The Ivy Temple Row. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,888 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bodega Cantina | Birmingham. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,018 customers.

Purecraft Bar & Kitchen is another of the best bars in the city of Birmingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,772 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Birmingham and embark on a scenic drive to York, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Birmingham 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 Birmingham. This attraction is an arboretum that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 12,026 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Mercia Marina. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,342 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Peak District National Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 32,768 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Rustique. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,000 customers.

Locals also recommend The Cut & Craft, another of the best restaurants in York. The Cut & Craft is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,038 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Ivy St Helen's Square York. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,879 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit House Of The Trembling Madness to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in York, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,476 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Valhalla. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Valhalla has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,740 customers.

Little Italy is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,037 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!

You’ll stay in Cambridge for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Shambles Market. This excellent attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,860 visitors.

Around 18,951 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is National Railway Museum. Attracting over 807,591 visitors in a single year, it's clear that National Railway Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a railway museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,320 visitors.

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 Midsummer Common for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,112 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge, Bread & Meat. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Locals recommend The Cambridge Chop House as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge. The Cambridge Chop House is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,330 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge is Sticks'n'Sushi Cambridge. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Cambridge, Eagle. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,015 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Cambridge Blue. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,793 customers.

Pint Shop is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Cambridge. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,468 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. This attraction is an exhibition room and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 82,133 visitors.

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 Kensington Gardens for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a public garden and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,166 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Royal Albert Hall. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,841 visitors, this concert hall deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Science Museum. Hosting around 2,989,000 visitors every year, Science Museum is one of the best places to visit in London. This attraction, a stunning science museum, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 65,368 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Burger & Lobster Leicester Square, one of the best restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

After dinner, visit Scarfes Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connaught Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 British Museum. As one of the top sights in the area, around 5,906,716 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 148,750 visitors.

Trafalgar Square is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 121,847 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is London Eye. This amazing attraction is a ferris wheel and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 171,401 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Greenwich Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,005 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 Bill's Soho Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 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, Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Hawksmoor Air Street. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.

Hawksmoor Seven Dials is another of the best bars in the city of London. 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 2 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Tower Bridge. This incredible attraction is a bascule bridge and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,949 visitors.

Tower of London is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101,481 visitors. Tower of London attracts about 2,741,126 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is St James's Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,261 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Buckingham Palace. This royal palace and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,776 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Green Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,389 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 Rules. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Red Lion, Parliament Street. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Cahoots London. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

The Ivy is another of the best bars in the city of London. 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 1 night left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Westminster Abbey. This incredible attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,223 visitors.

Big Ben is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 61,373 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is London Bridge. This amazing attraction is a road bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 49,698 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Borough Market. This building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 95,151 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic The Shard. This skyscraper is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 38,101 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 Berners Tavern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 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!

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in London and embark on a scenic drive to Basingstoke, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in London 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 London. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 44,079 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Madame Tussauds London. This attraction, a beloved wax museum, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 71,843 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in London is the stunning Hyde Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 126,766 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated non-departmental public body in London. The popular Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew 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 Windsor Castle. This attraction is a historic house museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 53,263 visitors.

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!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Basingstoke and embark on a scenic drive to Cheltenham, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Basingstoke and Wiltshire 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 Basingstoke. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Milestones Museum. This attraction is a heritage centre that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,881 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Eastrop Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,979 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Basingstoke is the stunning The War Memorial Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,279 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Stonehenge. This attraction is a tourist attraction that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 51,913 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Wiltshire, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Cheltenham. When you arrive in Cheltenham 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 Cosy Club. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,121 customers.

Locals also recommend Bill's Cheltenham Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Cheltenham. Bill's Cheltenham Restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 825 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Vegetus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 342 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Sandford Park Alehouse to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cheltenham, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 943 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

Turtle Bay Cheltenham is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,238 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!

You’ll stay in Birmingham for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Gloucester Cathedral. This excellent attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,954 visitors.

Around 15,563 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is The Model Village. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,726 visitors.

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 Shakespeare's Birthplace for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a birth house and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,156 visitors.

This outstanding castle has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,167 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham, @pizza Grand Central. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Birmingham, Gas Street Social. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 937 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Tapas Revolution. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 895 customers.

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

Day 12 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Birmingham 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.

Handsworth Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Birmingham. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,569 visitors.

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

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