12-Day England Road Trip from Southampton traveling east to Birmingham, Derbyshire Dales, and London

Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Southampton. You’ll stay in Southampton for 3 nights and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the The Elizabeth House Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,241 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Southampton, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Southampton has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Southampton Common. This attraction is a common land and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,033 visitors.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Southampton, Cafe Thrive Southampton. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Southampton is Piccolo Mondo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Locals recommend Bacaro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Southampton. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 580 customers.

Southampton also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Southampton is The Rockstone. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Southampton is Belgium And Blues. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Southampton.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Corfe Castle. This incredible attraction is a village and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,519 visitors.

Lulworth Cove is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,456 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre. This amazing attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,495 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding The Tank Museum. This military museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,449 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 Southampton.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Southampton, like The Rockstone. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Bill's Southampton Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Southampton. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers.

Locals enjoy Belgium And Blues, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Southampton. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Southampton, The Red Lion. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 812 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like BrewDog Southampton. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 741 customers.

The White Star Tavern, Southampton is another of the best bars in the city of Southampton. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 712 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 Southampton and embark on a scenic drive to Birmingham, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Southampton 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 Southampton. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,644 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Stonehenge. This attraction, a beloved tourist attraction, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 43,235 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Southampton is the stunning Stourhead. This english garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,467 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cotswolds AONB. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,283 visitors.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Birmingham is the 3-star ibis Styles Birmingham Centre. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 4,442 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 3-star hotel in Birmingham, we recommend easyHotel Birmingham. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,859 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Birmingham is the 3-star Premier Inn Birmingham South (Rubery). This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 150 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Adam's Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 798 customers.

Locals also recommend Purnells, another of the best restaurants in Birmingham. Purnells is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

After dinner, visit The Canal House Bar & Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Birmingham, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bacchus Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bacchus Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.

The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 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 still have 1 night left in Birmingham.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Sutton Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,077 visitors.

Black Country Living Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,720 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Cadbury World. This amazing attraction is a chocolate museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 16,722 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Cannon Hill Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,799 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic War Memorial Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,757 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 The Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.

The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Birmingham. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 customers.

Locals enjoy The Ivy Temple Row, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Birmingham. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,888 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Birmingham, Bodega Cantina | Birmingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,018 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Purecraft Bar & Kitchen. This bar has an average rating 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!

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Trentham Gardens. This attraction is an estate and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,880 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible National Memorial Arboretum. This arboretum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 10,631 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Staffordshire 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 Chatsworth House for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an english country house and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,221 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Peak District National Park. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 31,191 visitors, the remarkable Peak District National Park 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 Derbyshire Dales.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Derbyshire Dales is the 3-star hotel George Inn Tideswell. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 388 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Alison House Hotel is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Derbyshire Dales. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 942 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel The Royal Oak. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 467 guests.

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

Day 6 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in London for 5 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Hertfordshire is the amazing Stanborough Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,603 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible zoo, Paradise Wildlife Park. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,352 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hertfordshire is the outstanding Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. This popular exhibition room and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 70,367 visitors.

The spectacular Cassiobury Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,645 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in England. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of London, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of London is the 4-star Leonardo Hotel London Heathrow Airport. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,441 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Sofitel London Heathrow Hotel is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,845 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Holiday Inn Express London Heathrow T4. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,385 guests.

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.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through 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.

Buckingham Palace is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,150 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Tower Bridge. This amazing attraction is a bascule bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 129,394 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tower of London. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 86,613 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,741,126 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in London.

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 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.

National Gallery is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 41,293 visitors. National Gallery attracts about 6,011,007 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is British Museum. Attracting 5,906,716 annual visitors, it's clear that British Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 131,855 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Madame Tussauds London. This wax museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 62,036 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Regent's Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 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 Westminster Abbey. This incredible attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 35,503 visitors.

Big Ben is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 49,306 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 148,722 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 73,097 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic London Bridge. This road bridge is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 42,254 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!

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 Richmond Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 23,944 visitors.

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 39,723 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Victoria and Albert Museum. Attracting 3,932,738 annual visitors, it's clear that Victoria and Albert Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 47,755 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Royal Albert Hall. This concert hall and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 31,525 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Science Museum. This science museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 57,170 visitors. Science Museum hosts around 2,989,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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.

Berners Tavern is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Southampton for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Thorpe Park. This excellent attraction is an amusement park that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 27,913 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 Queen Elizabeth Country Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a country park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,486 visitors.

This outstanding country park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,925 travelers.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Southampton is the 3-star hotel The Elizabeth House Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,241 guests.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Southampton, Lakaz Maman. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

Locals recommend The Red Lion as one of the best restaurants in the city of Southampton. The Red Lion is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 812 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Southampton is BrewDog Southampton. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 741 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Southampton, Smugglers Bar & Restaurant. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 382 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Max’s Brasserie. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 292 customers.

The Handle Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Southampton. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 168 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 Southampton 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.

Mayflower Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Southampton. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,453 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Southampton at Piecaramba! before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ennio's for your last chance at a meal in the city of Southampton. The Ennio's restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 587 customers.

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