13-Day England road trip from London to Oxford, Bristol, Birmingham, and Kendal

London icons: Double deck bus and Big Ben
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Duration
13 days & 12 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
12 nights included
Car rental
13 days included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 13-day road trip through England.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in England. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 5 nights in London, 1 night in Oxford, 1 night in Bristol, 2 nights in Birmingham, 1 night in Kendal, 1 night in York, and 1 night in Nottingham, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in London, Oxford, Bristol, Birmingham, Kendal, York, and Nottingham. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in London, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in England, including the stunning British Museum and Tower Bridge.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in England. From the magnificent London Eye to the breathtaking Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Trafalgar Square and learn more about the unique Tower of London to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through London, Oxford, Bristol, Birmingham, Kendal, York, and Nottingham, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of England. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in England.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in England. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through England.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in England.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything England has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of England. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 12 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 12 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in England extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in England fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in England today!

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Included

Hotel, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

London, England - Panoramic skyline view of Bank and Canary Wharf, central London's leading financial districts with famous skyscrapers at golden hour sunset with blue sky and clouds.London / 5 nights
Oxford - city in United KingdomOxford / 1 night
Photo of old Turn Junction, or Deep Cutting Junction where the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal meets the Birmingham Canal Navigation's Main Line Canal, Birmingham, England.Birmingham / 2 nights
York / 1 night
Photo of Clifton Suspension Bridge with Clifton and reflection, Bristol, United Kingdom.Bristol / 1 night
Bath - city in United KingdomBath
Photo of aerial view of Salisbury cathedral in the spring morning, England.Salisbury
Photo of aerial view of Kendal in Lake District, a region and national park in Cumbria in northwest England, UK.Kendal / 1 night
Photo of Nottingham Council House and a fountain front shot at Twilight, UK.Nottingham / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of beautiful shot of London Eye and River Thames ,London, UK.London Eye
Photo of Buckingham Palace in London, United Kingdom.Buckingham Palace
The British MuseumBritish Museum
Tower BridgeTower Bridge
Photo of beautiful landscape around Hyde Park, London, United Kingdom.Hyde Park
Trafalgar SquareTrafalgar Square
Tower of London, London Borough of Tower Hamlets, London, Greater London, England, United KingdomTower of London
The Making of Harry Potter Warner Brothers Studio Tour London, Leavesden, UK: The main entrance signWarner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
Photo of Borough Market, London, UK.Borough Market
Madame Tussauds LondonMadame Tussauds London
Photo of Science Museum, London, United Kingdom.Science Museum
St James's ParkSt James's Park
Stonehenge at sunset in England.Stonehenge
Photo of Victoria and Albert Museum, London, England.Victoria and Albert Museum
Big Ben
Photo of aerial view of Windsor Castle that was built in the 11th Century and is the residence of the British Royal Family, UK.Windsor Castle
Photo of Iconic London Tower Bridge on the Thames River, UK.London Bridge
The National Gallery, Westminster, London, Greater London, England, United KingdomNational Gallery
Lake District National Park, Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United KingdomLake District National Park
Photo of Peaceful scenery with fountain in regent's park of London, UK.Regent's Park
Peak District National ParkPeak District National Park
Photo of Royal Albert Hall in London, England.Royal Albert Hall
Historical roman bathes in Bath city, England.Roman Baths
Historic steam locomotives and coaches in the National Railway Museum, York.National Railway Museum
Chatsworth House in the Peak District, England.Chatsworth House
The West Front of York Minster.York Minster
Tebay Services (Southbound)
Photo of aerial view of the Blackpool Tower with the Central pier in the background located in Blackpool, UK.The Blackpool Tower
Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol, UK with sunset.Clifton Suspension Bridge
Photo of a small group of flamingos resting in the water Whipsnade Zoo, England.Whipsnade Zoo
Photo of pink flamingos at Blackpool zoo, UK.Blackpool Zoo
Yorkshire Dales National ParkYorkshire Dales National Park
Photo of the Natural History Museum of the University of Oxford, United Kingdom.Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, West Midlands Combined Authority, West Midlands, England, United KingdomSutton Park
Photo of the main village street at the Black Country Living Museum, Dudley, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom.Black Country Living Museum
Photo of aerial view of Blackpool with north pier and Blackpool Tower, UK.North Pier
Brunel's SS Great Britain, Bristol, City of Bristol, South West England, England, United KingdomBrunel's SS Great Britain
Photo of the inside of the Covered Market, Oxford, UK.Covered Market
Dudley Zoo and Castle, Dudley, West Midlands Combined Authority, West Midlands, England, United KingdomDudley Zoo and Castle
Photo of Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery seen from public square, Birmingham, England.Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
Photo of narrow boat moored at the river Gade, Grand Union Canal. The Grove Bridge aka Grove Ornamental Bridge No 164 is in the background in Cassiobury Park, Watford, England.Cassiobury Park
Photo of Vintage house in Royal Victoria Park, Bath ,UK.Royal Victoria Park, Bath
Photo of the Pulteney Bridge on River Avon in Bath, England.Pulteney Bridge
St George's Chapel
Valley Gardens Harrogate
Stanley Park, Blackpool, North West England, England, United KingdomStanley Park
M ShedM Shed
Photo of historic Bath Abbey and roman baths building in Bath Old town center, England.Bath Abbey
National Trust - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate, Whipsnade, Central Bedfordshire, East of England, England, United KingdomNational Trust - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate
Thinktank Birmingham Science MuseumThinktank, Birmingham Science Museum
Carfax TowerCarfax Tower

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Day 1 – London - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – London - arrival day

  • London - Arrival day
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  • Buckingham Palace
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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 164,776 visitors.

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 London, Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

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 13-day vacation in England!

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Day 2 – London

Day 2

Day 2 – London

  • London
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 8 min

  • Tower Bridge
  • Tower of London
  • London Bridge
  • Borough Market
  • British Museum
  • More

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 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 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 British Museum. This national museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 148,750 visitors. British Museum hosts around 5,906,716 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 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!

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Day 3 – London

Day 3

Day 3 – London

  • London
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 8 min

  • Madame Tussauds London
  • National Gallery
  • Trafalgar Square
  • Big Ben
  • London Eye
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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 Madame Tussauds London. This incredible attraction is a wax museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 71,843 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 Big Ben. This amazing attraction is a cultural icon and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 61,373 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 171,401 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!

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Day 4 – London

Day 4

Day 4 – London

  • London
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Drive 18 km, 1 hour 29 min

  • Hyde Park
  • Royal Albert Hall
  • Science Museum
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Regent's Park
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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 Hyde Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 126,766 visitors.

Royal Albert Hall is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,841 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 65,368 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 44,079 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!

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Day 5 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and Oxford

Day 5

Day 5 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and Oxford

  • Oxford
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Drive 109 km, 2 hours 15 min

  • Windsor Castle
  • St George's Chapel
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History
  • Covered Market
  • Carfax Tower
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Windsor Castle. This attraction is a historic house museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,263 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible St George's Chapel, Windsor. This castle chapel and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,434 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead 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 Oxford University Museum of Natural History for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a natural history museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,413 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Covered Market. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,506 visitors, this market hall deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Carfax Tower Tower Of The Church Of St Martin Carfax. This attraction, a stunning steeple, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,639 travelers.

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.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oxford is Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,296 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!

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Day 6 – Wiltshire, Bath, and Bristol

Day 6

Day 6 – Wiltshire, Bath, and Bristol

  • Bath
  • Salisbury
  • Bristol
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Drive 188 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Stonehenge
  • Roman Baths
  • Bath Abbey
  • Pulteney Bridge
  • Royal Victoria Park, Bath
  • More

You’ll stay in Bristol for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Stonehenge. This excellent attraction is a tourist attraction that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 51,913 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 Roman Baths for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a thermae and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 31,875 visitors.

This outstanding parish church has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,492 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Pulteney Bridge. This attraction, a stunning road bridge, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,931 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Royal Victoria Park, Bath. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,596 travelers, the magnificent Royal Victoria Park, Bath is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bristol, Moltobuono!59. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 877 customers.

Locals recommend Mugshot Restaurants Bristol as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bristol. Mugshot Restaurants Bristol is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bristol is Catch22 Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 893 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bristol, Bravas. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Small Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

Botanist Bristol is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bristol. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,047 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Bristol and Birmingham

Day 7

Day 7 – Bristol and Birmingham

  • Birmingham
  • Bristol
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Drive 171 km, 2 hours 16 min

  • M Shed
  • Brunel's SS Great Britain
  • Clifton Suspension Bridge
  • Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
  • More

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,678 visitors. Over 595,604 people visit M Shed annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Brunel's SS Great Britain. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,847 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Bristol is the stunning Clifton Suspension Bridge. This suspension bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,318 visitors.

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!

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Day 8 – Birmingham

Day 8

Day 8 – Birmingham

  • Birmingham
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Drive 94 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Sutton Park
  • Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum
  • Black Country Living Museum
  • Dudley Zoo and Castle
  • More

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 9,874 visitors.

Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,477 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Black Country Living Museum. This amazing attraction is a living museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,335 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!

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Day 9 – Blackpool and Kendal

Day 9

Day 9 – Blackpool and Kendal

  • Kendal
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Drive 296 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Blackpool Zoo
  • Stanley Park
  • North Pier
  • The Blackpool Tower
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Day 9 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Kendal for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Blackpool is the amazing Stanley Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,430 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible pier, North Pier. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,835 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Blackpool is the outstanding Blackpool Tower. This popular observation tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,177 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 Kendal, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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

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Day 10 – York

Day 10

Day 10 – York

  • Kendal
  • York
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Drive 252 km, 5 hours 1 min

  • Lake District National Park
  • Tebay Services (Southbound)
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park
  • Valley Gardens Harrogate
  • More

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Lake District National Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 39,643 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Tebay Services (Southbound). This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,093 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 Yorkshire Dales National Park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,031 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Valley Gardens Harrogate. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,182 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 York.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rustique, one of the best restaurants in the city of York. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,000 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of York is 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.

After dinner, visit House Of The Trembling Madness, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of York. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,476 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Valhalla. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,740 customers.

Alternatively, Little Italy is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of York. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers.

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

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Day 11 – York and Nottingham

Day 11

Day 11 – York and Nottingham

  • York
  • Nottingham
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Drive 203 km, 3 hours 53 min

  • York Minster
  • National Railway Museum
  • Peak District National Park
  • Chatsworth House
  • More

You’ll stay in Nottingham for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is York Minster. This excellent attraction is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,951 visitors.

Around 26,320 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible National Railway Museum's popularity, more than 807,591 people stop by National Railway Museum to explore it.

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 Peak District National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,768 visitors.

This outstanding english country house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,015 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nottingham, Yamas Meze & Tapas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,696 customers.

Locals recommend Iberico World Tapas as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nottingham. Iberico World Tapas is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nottingham is The Alchemist Nottingham. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,618 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nottingham, Cosy Club. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like 400 Rabbits. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Pit & Pendulum is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nottingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,872 customers.

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

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Day 12 – London

Day 12

Day 12 – London

  • London
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Drive 232 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • National Trust - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate
  • Whipsnade Zoo
  • Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
  • Cassiobury Park
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Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Central Bedfordshire 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 Nottingham. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Nottingham Castle. This attraction is an art gallery that has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 4,628 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Arboretum. This attraction, a beloved arboretum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,501 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Nottingham is the stunning Robin Hood Statue. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,728 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable National Trust - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,258 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Central Bedfordshire, 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.

After dinner, visit Rules to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in London, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 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!

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Day 13 – London - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – London - departure day

  • London - Departure day
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  • St James's Park
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Day 13 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.

St James's Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in London. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,261 visitors.

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!

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