8-Day England Road Trip from Birmingham traveling west to Manchester, Preston, Bristol, and Exeter

Birmingham 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 Birmingham, Adam's Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Birmingham is Purnells. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Birmingham also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Birmingham is The Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Birmingham is Bacchus Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in England!

Day 2 of your road trip through England gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Manchester for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Birmingham is the amazing Cannon Hill Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,799 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible hindu temple, Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Tividale. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,079 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Birmingham is the outstanding Black Country Living Museum. This popular living museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,720 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 Manchester, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Fazenda Manchester, one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers.

Locals also recommend Hawksmoor Manchester as one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. Hawksmoor Manchester is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester is Flight Club Manchester. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,658 customers.

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

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 Preston, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Manchester and Borough of Blackpool before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Manchester. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Science and Industry Museum. This attraction is a science museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 15,217 visitors. Over 830,000 people visit Science and Industry Museum annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Heaton Park. This attraction, a beloved english country house, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,727 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Manchester is the stunning Manchester Art Gallery. This art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,612 visitors.

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

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

When you're done with your sightseeing in Borough of Blackpool, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Preston. When you arrive in Preston 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 Turtle Bay Preston. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,728 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Cafe Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 786 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Black Horse to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Preston, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 774 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!

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Stanley Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,908 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Birmingham 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 St Anne's Beach for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a beach and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,743 visitors.

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

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

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bristol is Mugshot Restaurants Bristol. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.

After dinner, visit Small Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bristol. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,047 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Bristol and embark on a scenic drive to Exeter, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bristol and Cornwall 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. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Clifton Suspension Bridge. This attraction is a suspension bridge that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,954 visitors.

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 8,644 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Bristol is the stunning Bristol Zoo. This zoo and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,951 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable National Trust - Lanhydrock. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,928 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Bodmin Jail Attraction. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 5,412 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Tintagel Castle. This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,920 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Cornwall, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Exeter. When you arrive in Exeter 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 Board – Game Bar & Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 524 customers.

Locals also recommend Cosy Club, another of the best restaurants in Exeter. Cosy Club is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,234 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at iFood Thai Taste. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 511 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Rendezvous Wine Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Exeter, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 278 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!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Exeter 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 Exeter 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 Exeter. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Exeter Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,677 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Belmont Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 621 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Exeter is the stunning Riverside Valley Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 357 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Royal Albert Hall. This attraction is a concert hall that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 31,525 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Hyde Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 114,540 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Buckingham Palace. This royal palace and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,150 visitors.

The lovely Trafalgar Square is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 108,072 visitors have left this square an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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.

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!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Birmingham, start your day with a visit to the amazing London Eye. This much-appreciated ferris wheel and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,722 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Borough Market. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 73,097 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Tower Bridge to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular Tower Bridge is a bascule bridge that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 129,394 visitors.

The lovely Tower of London is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 86,613 visitors have left this castle average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 2,741,126 visits every year.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular British Museum. This attraction is a national museum rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 131,855 reviews. Around 5,906,716 people come to see this attraction every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Birmingham has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Birmingham. Birmingham 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 Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,244 reviews.

The remarkable The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham is another top restaurant in Birmingham we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Ivy Temple Row is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,888 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Birmingham, the fantastic Bodega Cantina | Birmingham. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,018 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Purecraft Bar & Kitchen. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,772 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

Day 8 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Birmingham 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 Birmingham and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Birmingham at Grand Central Kitchen before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,311 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Bodega Cantina | Birmingham for your last chance at a meal in the city of Birmingham. The Bodega Cantina | Birmingham restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,018 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Purecraft Bar & Kitchen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,772 customers.

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