6-Day England Road Trip from Exeter to Birmingham and London

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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 2 nights in Exeter, 1 night in Birmingham, and 2 nights in London, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Exeter, Birmingham, and London. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Exeter, 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 Exeter, Birmingham, and London, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Exeter - city in United KingdomExeter / 2 nights
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 / 2 nights
Photo of Westminster palace (Houses of Parliament) and Big Ben, London, UK.Westminster
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 / 1 night

Map

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
The National Gallery, Westminster, London, Greater London, England, United KingdomNational Gallery
Photo of Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, Richmond, UK.Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Stunning sunset over Dartmoor from Combestone Tor near Hexworthy.Dartmoor National Park
Photo of the famous Exeter Cathedral. The main attraction of the city, Exeter, England.Exeter Cathedral
Photo of Buckfast Abbey Church, Buckfast, England.Buckfast Abbey
Belmont Park, Exeter, Devon, South West England, England, United KingdomBelmont Park
Bury Meadow Park

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Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

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Travelers

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Car
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
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Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Exeter - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Exeter - arrival day

  • Exeter - Arrival day
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  • Belmont Park
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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 6-day vacation in England!

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Day 2 – Exeter and Birmingham

Day 2

Day 2 – Exeter and Birmingham

  • Exeter
  • Birmingham
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Drive 366 km, 4 hours 51 min

  • Exeter Cathedral
  • Dartmoor National Park
  • Buckfast Abbey
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Day 2 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Birmingham for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Exeter is the amazing Exeter Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,677 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible national park, Dartmoor National Park. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 14,736 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Exeter is the outstanding Buckfast Abbey. This popular abbey and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,464 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 Birmingham, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Adam's Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Locals also 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.

After dinner, visit The Canal House Bar & Restaurant, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Birmingham. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.

Alternatively, The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Birmingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – London

Day 3

Day 3 – London

  • London
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Drive 229 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
  • Madame Tussauds London
  • British Museum
  • National Gallery
  • Trafalgar Square
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Birmingham and embark on a scenic drive to London, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Birmingham and Hertfordshire before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Birmingham. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful National Sea Life Centre. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 11,463 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. This attraction, a beloved art museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,189 visitors. Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery welcomes around 856,000 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Birmingham is the stunning Birmingham Cathedral. This church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,993 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. This attraction is an exhibition room that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 79,070 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Hertfordshire, 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 Scarfes 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 883 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connaught Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Connaught Bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 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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Experiences

Day 4 – London

Day 4

Day 4 – London

  • London
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Drive 19 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Science Museum
  • London Eye
  • Borough Market
  • Tower Bridge
  • Tower of London
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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 Science Museum. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,989,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a science museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 57,170 visitors.

London Eye is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,722 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Borough Market. This amazing attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 73,097 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 Tower of London. This castle is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 86,613 visitors. Tower of London hosts around 2,741,126 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!

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Day 5 – London, Wiltshire, and Exeter

Day 5

Day 5 – London, Wiltshire, and Exeter

  • London
  • Westminster
  • Salisbury
  • Exeter
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Drive 280 km, 4 hours 8 min

  • St James's Park
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Hyde Park
  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
  • Stonehenge
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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 Buckingham Palace. This attraction is a royal palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,150 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Hyde Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,540 visitors.

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular non-departmental public body, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 39,723 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in London 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 Stonehenge for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a tourist attraction and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 50,355 visitors.

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

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

Locals also 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 Crocketts, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Exeter. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 247 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ship Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,415 customers.

Alternatively, Boom Battle Bar Exeter is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Exeter. This bar is rated an average of 5 out of 5 stars by 335 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Exeter - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Exeter - departure day

  • Exeter - Departure day
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  • Bury Meadow Park
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Day 6 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!

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