12-Day England Road Trip from Exeter to Bristol, Preston, York, and Sheffield

Exeter 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 Exeter, Board – Game Bar & Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 524 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Exeter is Cosy Club. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,234 customers.

Locals recommend iFood Thai Taste as one of the best restaurants in the city of Exeter. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Exeter also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Exeter is Rendezvous Wine Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 278 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Exeter, start your day with a visit to the amazing Dartmoor National Park. This much-appreciated national park and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 14,736 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Buckfast Abbey. This abbey and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,464 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Donkey Sanctuary to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular The Donkey Sanctuary is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,567 visitors.

The lovely East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,486 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Exeter has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bristol. Bristol 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 Moltobuono!59. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 877 reviews.

The remarkable Bravas is another top restaurant in Bristol we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Mugshot Restaurants Bristol is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bristol, the fantastic Small Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Botanist Bristol. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,047 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

Day 3 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Preston for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bristol is the amazing Clifton Suspension Bridge. This attraction is a suspension bridge that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,954 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Brunel's SS Great Britain. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,644 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Preston, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Turtle Bay Preston, one of the best restaurants in the city of Preston. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,728 customers.

Locals also recommend Bistrot Pierre as one of the best restaurants in the city of Preston. Bistrot Pierre is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Preston is The Cafe Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

After dinner, visit Black Horse, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Preston. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Preston 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 Preston and Borough of Blackpool 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 Preston. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Avenham and Miller Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,984 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Moor Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,150 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Preston is the stunning Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,596 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Blackpool Tower. This attraction is an observation tower that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,808 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible North Pier. This pier and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,718 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Borough of Blackpool, it's time to continue your drive to the city of York. When you arrive in York 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 House Of The Trembling Madness. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,476 customers.

Locals also recommend Rustique, another of the best restaurants in York. Rustique is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,000 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Valhalla. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,740 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Little Italy 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 1,037 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in England, you'll awaken to the bustling city of York. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Sheffield. You’ll stay in Sheffield for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of York’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of York, start your day with a visit to the amazing Jorvik Viking Centre. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,255 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating York Minster. This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,286 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular National Railway Museum to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular National Railway Museum is a railway museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,533 visitors. Every year, around 807,591 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that York has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Sheffield. Sheffield 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 Miller & Carter Sheffield Centertainment. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,108 reviews.

The remarkable Smoke BBQ is another top restaurant in Sheffield we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,417 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ego Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar, Sheffield is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Sheffield, the fantastic The Head of Steam Sheffield. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,466 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Sheffield. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,727 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Peak District National Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,515 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Chatsworth House. This english country house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,279 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 Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an exhibition room and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 79,070 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Cassiobury Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,219 visitors, this 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 London.

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 4 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Regent's Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,840 visitors.

Madame Tussauds London is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 62,036 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Hyde Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,540 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 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.

Westminster Abbey is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,503 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Big Ben. This amazing attraction is a cultural icon and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 49,306 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 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!

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 Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This incredible attraction is a non-departmental public body and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,723 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 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.

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 Exeter for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is St George's Chapel, Windsor. This excellent attraction is a castle chapel that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,308 visitors.

Around 46,682 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Queen Victoria Statue. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 219 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 Stonehenge for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a tourist attraction and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 50,355 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Exeter, Rendezvous Wine Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 278 customers.

Locals recommend The Last Drop as one of the best restaurants in the city of Exeter. The Last Drop is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 411 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Exeter is The Stand Off. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 326 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Exeter, Crocketts. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 247 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Ship Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,415 customers.

Boom Battle Bar Exeter is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Exeter. This bar is rated an average of 5 out of 5 stars by 335 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 Exeter 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 Exeter and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Exeter at Coolings Gandy Street before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Exeter for your last chance at a meal in the city of Exeter. The The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Exeter restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 114 customers.

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