13-Day England road trip from Manchester to Nottingham, London, Basingstoke, Bristol, and Birmingham

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13 days & 12 nights
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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 3 nights in Manchester, 1 night in Nottingham, 4 nights in London, 1 night in Basingstoke, 1 night in Bristol, and 2 nights in Birmingham, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Manchester, Nottingham, London, Basingstoke, Bristol, Birmingham, and Stafford. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Manchester, 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 Tower Bridge and British Museum.

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 Manchester, Nottingham, London, Basingstoke, Bristol, Birmingham, and Stafford, 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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Hotel, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Photo of Nottingham Council House and a fountain front shot at Twilight, UK.Nottingham / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Salisbury cathedral in the spring morning, England.Salisbury
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
Photo of redeveloped Warehouses along the River in Leeds, UK.Leeds
Bath - city in United KingdomBath
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 / 4 nights
Photo of Clifton Suspension Bridge with Clifton and reflection, Bristol, United Kingdom.Bristol / 1 night
photo of Basingstoke skyline in Hampshire in England.Basingstoke / 1 night
Aerial drone view of Manchester city in UK on a beautiful sunny day.Manchester / 3 nights

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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
. Entrance to Alton Towers Resort. Is a theme park resort located in Staffordshire, England. The resort, which is operated by Merlin Entertainments Group.Alton Towers Resort
Photo of Peaceful scenery with fountain in regent's park of London, UK.Regent's Park
Photo of Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, Richmond, UK.Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Panorama Cityscape View from Greenwich, London, England, UK.Greenwich Park
Westminster AbbeyWestminster Abbey
Peak District National ParkPeak District National Park
Photo of Royal Albert Hall in London, England.Royal Albert Hall
Photo of aerial view of the Shard and London skyline, UK.The Shard
Historical roman bathes in Bath city, England.Roman Baths
Photo of Kensington palace and gardens, London, UK.Kensington Gardens
Photo of beautiful flower garden and a small pond in the spring season in Richmond Park, London, England.Richmond Park
Chatsworth House in the Peak District, England.Chatsworth House
Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol, UK with sunset.Clifton Suspension Bridge
Photo of Science and Industry Museum sign, Manchester, UK.Science and Industry Museum
Photo of Salisbury Cathedral, formally known as the Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, an Anglican cathedral in Salisbury, England.Salisbury Cathedral
Photo of aerial view of beautiful Heaton Park, Manchester ,UK.Heaton Park
Photo of Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds, England.Royal Armouries Museum
National Trust - Dunham Massey, Dunham Massey, Trafford, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomNational Trust - Dunham Massey
Photo of Stourhead, a Palladian mansion house with world-famous landscape gardens, UK.Stourhead
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 the waterfall at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Wakefield, Yorkshire, UK.Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Brunel's SS Great Britain, Bristol, City of Bristol, South West England, England, United KingdomBrunel's SS Great Britain
Photo of the Italian gardens at Trentham in Staffordshire, UK.Trentham Gardens
Dudley Zoo and Castle, Dudley, West Midlands Combined Authority, West Midlands, England, United KingdomDudley Zoo and Castle
Photo of beautiful view of Westonbirt the National Arboretum, UK.Westonbirt Arboretum
Photo of Manchester Art Gallery, UK.Manchester Art Gallery
Thermae Bath SpaThermae Bath Spa
Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Tividale
Photo of Blaise Castle Estate in Bristol, United Kingdom.Blaise Castle Estate
Haigh Woodland Park, Haigh, Wigan, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomHaigh Woodland Park
Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomCathedral Gardens
Photo of Bristol Clifton Down Park and Garden, UK.Clifton Down
Photo of the Smiler that is a steel roller coaster located at Alton Towers in Staffordshire, United Kingdom.The Smiler
Sackville Garden

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Day 1

Day 1 – Manchester - arrival day

  • Manchester - Arrival day
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  • Cathedral Gardens
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Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Manchester has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Cathedral Gardens. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. 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 Manchester, Fazenda Manchester. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester is Hawksmoor Manchester. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 customers.

Locals recommend Flight Club Manchester as one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,658 customers.

Manchester also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Royal Exchange Theatre. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,968 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Port Street Beer House. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,146 customers.

Locals also enjoy THE BRITONS PROTECTION. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-day vacation in England!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Wigan and Manchester

  • Manchester
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Drive 124 km, 2 hours 54 min

  • National Trust - Dunham Massey
  • Science and Industry Museum
  • Manchester Art Gallery
  • Heaton Park
  • Haigh Woodland Park
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Manchester has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Manchester by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Manchester. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Manchester, like the extraordinary National Trust - Dunham Massey. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,384 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Manchester, which gets around 830,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Science and Industry Museum. This attraction is a science museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,320 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Manchester Art Gallery. This art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,000 visitors.

Heaton Park is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This english country house is a popular destination among visitors in Manchester. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,059 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Haigh Woodland Park. Haigh Woodland Park is a park and popular attraction in Manchester. More than 4,968 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Manchester does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Manchester on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Richmond Tea Rooms, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,025 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Manchester is the popular Browns Manchester. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,970 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Manchester is Trof Northern Quarter. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Rain Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Manchester for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,928 customers.

Café Beermoth | Craft Beer Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Manchester. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,517 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Manchester is Peaky Blinders Manchester. Peaky Blinders Manchester has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,781 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Manchester!

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Day 3

Day 3 – West Bretton, Castleton, and Nottingham

  • Leeds
  • Nottingham
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Drive 245 km, 4 hours 14 min

  • Royal Armouries Museum
  • Yorkshire Sculpture Park
  • Peak District National Park
  • Chatsworth House
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Manchester and embark on a scenic drive to Nottingham, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Manchester 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 Manchester. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Royal Armouries Museum. This attraction is a military museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,235 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Chatsworth House. This attraction is an english country house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,015 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Yamas Meze & Tapas. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,696 customers.

Locals also recommend Cosy Club, another of the best restaurants in Nottingham. Cosy Club is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Iberico World Tapas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit 400 Rabbits to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nottingham, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,844 customers.

Pit & Pendulum 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 1,872 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 4

Day 4 – Westminster, London, and Leavesden

  • London
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Drive 215 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
  • Buckingham Palace
  • St James's Park
  • Trafalgar Square
  • National Gallery
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Rise and shine on day 4 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 4 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nottingham and 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 Nottingham. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Buckingham Palace. This attraction is a royal palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 164,776 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible St James's Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 55,261 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Westminster and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of London has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Trafalgar Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 121,847 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible National Gallery. This art museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 48,134 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 6,011,007 yearly visitors.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like The Wolseley. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,980 customers.

Locals also recommend Burger & Lobster Leicester Square, another of the best restaurants in London. Burger & Lobster Leicester Square is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Hawksmoor Air Street. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Connaught Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in London, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Hawksmoor Seven Dials. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Hawksmoor Seven Dials has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.

The Red Lion, Parliament Street 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 3,534 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 5

Day 5 – London

  • London
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 5 min

  • London Bridge
  • Borough Market
  • The Shard
  • Tower Bridge
  • Tower of London
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions London has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in London by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of London. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of London, like the extraordinary London Bridge. This attraction is a road bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 49,698 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in London is the spectacular Borough Market. This attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 95,151 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing The Shard. This skyscraper has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 38,101 visitors.

Tower Bridge is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This bascule bridge is a popular destination among visitors in London. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,949 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of London does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in London on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Bill's Soho Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of London is the popular Cahoots London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of London is The Ivy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, The Old Bank of England is one of the best bars in the city of London for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

Rules is another of the most popular bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of London is The Ship & Shovell. The Ship & Shovell has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of London!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Westminster, Kensington, and London

  • London
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 9 min

  • Hyde Park
  • Kensington Gardens
  • Royal Albert Hall
  • Science Museum
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
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Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Westminster has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Westminster by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Westminster. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Westminster, like the extraordinary Hyde Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 126,766 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Westminster is the spectacular Kensington Gardens. This attraction is a public garden and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,166 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Royal Albert Hall. This concert hall has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,841 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Westminster.

Your discovery of Westminster does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Westminster on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Berners Tavern, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of London is the popular The Palomar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,537 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of London is Smith & Wollensky. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,343 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Social Eating House is one of the best bars in the city of London for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,280 customers.

Old Shades is another of the most popular bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,047 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of London is American Bar. American Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 667 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of London!

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Day 7

Day 7 – London, Greenwich, Westminster, and Richmond

  • London
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Drive 58 km, 2 hours 53 min

  • Richmond Park
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Big Ben
  • London Eye
  • Greenwich Park
  • More

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions London has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in London by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of London. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of London, like the extraordinary London Eye. This attraction is a ferris wheel and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 171,401 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in London.

Your discovery of London does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in London on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Estiatorio Milos, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,065 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of London is the popular Simpson's in the Strand. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Artesian is one of the best bars in the city of London for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

Bar Américain is another of the most popular bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of London!

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Day 8

Day 8 – Camden Town, London, Richmond, Eton, and Basingstoke

  • London
  • Basingstoke
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Drive 97 km, 2 hours 10 min

  • British Museum
  • Regent's Park
  • Madame Tussauds London
  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
  • Windsor Castle
  • More

Day 8 of your road trip through England is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Camden Town and the city of London. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Camden Town is the amazing British Museum. This attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 148,750 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 5,906,716 people visit British Museum every year.

Joining a top-rated tour in Camden Town 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 Regent's Park in the city of London for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,079 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of London is the outstanding Madame Tussauds London. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 71,843 visitors, this wax museum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This attraction, a stunning non-departmental public body, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,021 travelers.

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9 – Salisbury, Stourton, Bath, and Bristol

  • Bath
  • Salisbury
  • Bristol
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Drive 181 km, 3 hours 24 min

  • Salisbury Cathedral
  • Stonehenge
  • Stourhead
  • Roman Baths
  • Thermae Bath Spa
  • More

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Basingstoke and embark on a scenic drive to Bristol, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Basingstoke and Stourton 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 Salisbury Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,491 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 51,913 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Salisbury and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Stourton has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Stourhead. This attraction is an english garden that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,871 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Stourton, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bristol. When you arrive in Bristol 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 Moltobuono!59. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 877 customers.

Locals also recommend Bravas, another of the best restaurants in Bristol. Bravas is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Mugshot Restaurants Bristol. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 562 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Small Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bristol, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Botanist Bristol. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Botanist Bristol has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,047 customers.

The Milk Thistle is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 716 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 10

Day 10 – Bristol, Westonbirt, and Birmingham

  • Bristol
  • Birmingham
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Drive 203 km, 3 hours 24 min

  • Clifton Suspension Bridge
  • Clifton Down
  • Brunel's SS Great Britain
  • Blaise Castle Estate
  • Westonbirt Arboretum
  • More

Day 10 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bristol and the hamlet of Blaise Hamlet. You’ll stay in Birmingham for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bristol today is Clifton Suspension Bridge. This excellent attraction is a suspension bridge that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,318 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Clifton Down, an outstanding park, in the city of Bristol. Around 3,561 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bristol is Brunel's SS Great Britain. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,847 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Blaise Castle Estate. This estate and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,844 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. 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’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, Adam's Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Locals recommend Purnells as one of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham. Purnells is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham is The Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Birmingham, Bacchus Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 customers.

The Ivy Temple Row is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Birmingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,888 customers.

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

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Day 11

Day 11 – Sutton Coldfield, Dudley, Tividale, and Birmingham

  • Birmingham
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Drive 77 km, 2 hours 10 min

  • Sutton Park
  • Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Tividale
  • Black Country Living Museum
  • Dudley Zoo and Castle
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Sutton Coldfield has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Sutton Coldfield by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Sutton Coldfield. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Sutton Coldfield, like the extraordinary Sutton Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,874 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Sutton Coldfield.

Your discovery of Sutton Coldfield does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Sutton Coldfield on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Grand Central Kitchen, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,311 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Birmingham is the popular Bodega Cantina | Birmingham. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,018 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Birmingham is Purecraft Bar & Kitchen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,772 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Gas Street Social is one of the best bars in the city of Birmingham for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 937 customers.

Be At One - Brindley Place Birmingham is another of the most popular bars in the city of Birmingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 368 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Birmingham is Equator Bar Birmingham. Equator Bar Birmingham has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 128 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Birmingham!

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Day 12

Day 12 – Stafford, Alton, and Manchester

  • Manchester
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Drive 174 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Trentham Gardens
  • Alton Towers Resort
  • The Smiler
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 12 of your epic road trip in England, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Stafford. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Stafford’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Stafford, start your day with a visit to the amazing Trentham Gardens. This much-appreciated estate and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,401 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Stafford has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Manchester. Manchester 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 The Molly House. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,286 reviews.

The remarkable Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant is another top restaurant in Manchester we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Sam's Chop House is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Manchester, the fantastic Atlas Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,543 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Gas Lamp. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,116 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Albert's Shed, Castlefield. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

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Day 13

Day 13 – Manchester - departure day

  • Manchester - Departure day
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  • Sackville Garden
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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 Manchester 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.

Sackville Gardens is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Manchester. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,570 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Manchester at MR THOMAS'S CHOP HOUSE before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,227 customers.

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

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