8-Day England Road Trip from Tavistock to Taunton and London

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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 8-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 Tavistock, 1 night in Taunton, and 4 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 Tavistock, Taunton, and London.

We'll help you experience the best 8 days in England you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Newquay, 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 your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Tavistock, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 3-star Fountain Inn. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 3-star The Arundell. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star The George Hotel. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

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 Tavistock, Taunton, 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.

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 7 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 7 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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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Day 1

Day 1 – Tavistock - arrival day

Tavistock - arrival day

  • The Meadows (Tavistock Park)
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Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Tavistock. You’ll stay in Tavistock for 2 nights and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Tavistock is the The Arundell. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 110 guests.

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the Fountain Inn. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 260 guests.

Alternatively, the best cheap hotel in the city of Tavistock is the The George Hotel. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 45 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Tavistock, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Tavistock has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Meadows (Tavistock Park). This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 792 visitors.

Tavistock also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

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

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Day 2

Day 2 – Cornwall and Taunton

Cornwall and Taunton

Drive 322 km, 4 hours 41 min

  • The Roseland Heritage Coast
  • The Lost Gardens of Heligan
  • National Trust - Lanhydrock
  • Tintagel Castle
  • More

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Tavistock and embark on a scenic drive to Taunton, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Tavistock 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 Tavistock. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Tavistock Pannier Market. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,463 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Meadows (Tavistock Park). This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 792 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable The Roseland Heritage Coast. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,338 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lost Gardens of Heligan. This botanical garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,020 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated National Trust - Lanhydrock. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,891 visitors.

The lovely Tintagel Castle is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 14,742 visitors have left this castle an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Taunton is the 4-star Beaufort Lodge. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 339 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Taunton, we recommend Tarr Farm Inn. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 128 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Taunton is the 3-star The Beach Hotel. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,217 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Augustus Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 303 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 3

Day 3 – Wiltshire, Hertfordshire, and London

  • London
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Drive 305 km, 4 hours 34 min

  • Stourhead
  • Stonehenge
  • Salisbury Cathedral
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Taunton 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 Taunton and Wiltshire 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 Taunton. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Vivary Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,570 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Museum of Somerset. This attraction, a beloved local museum, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,170 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Taunton is the stunning French Weir Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 905 visitors.

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 9,347 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Stonehenge. This tourist attraction and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 49,482 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Salisbury Cathedral. This anglican or episcopal cathedral and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,934 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Wiltshire, 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.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of London is the 4-star Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 3,386 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in London, we recommend The Exhibitionist Hotel. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,189 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in London is the 3-star Holiday Inn Express London - Stratford. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,470 guests.

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.

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 4

Day 4 – London

  • London
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Drive 21 km, 1 hour 13 min

  • Hyde Park
  • Science Museum
  • Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Tower Bridge
  • Tower of London
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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 Hyde Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 114,540 visitors.

Science Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 57,170 visitors. Science Museum attracts about 2,989,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Tower Bridge. This amazing attraction is a bascule bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 129,394 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tower of London. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 86,613 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,741,126 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in London.

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

Day 5 – London

  • London
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Drive 38 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • London Bridge
  • Borough Market
  • lastminute.com London Eye
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
  • More

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 London Bridge. This incredible attraction is a road bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 42,254 visitors.

Borough Market is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 73,097 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is London Eye. This amazing attraction is a ferris wheel and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,722 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Buckingham Palace. This royal palace and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148,150 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This non-departmental public body is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,723 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Hawksmoor Seven Dials. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.

The Red Lion, Parliament Street is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

Locals enjoy Cahoots London, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Ivy. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

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Day 6

Day 6 – London

  • London
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Drive 9 km, 44 min

  • Trafalgar Square
  • The National Gallery
  • The British Museum
  • Madame Tussauds London
  • The Regent's Park
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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 Trafalgar Square. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 108,072 visitors.

British Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 131,855 visitors. British Museum attracts about 5,906,716 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Madame Tussauds London. This amazing attraction is a wax museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 62,036 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 39,840 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like The Ivy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Old Bank of England. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!

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Day 7

Day 7 – Hampshire, Dorset, and Tavistock

Hampshire, Dorset, and Tavistock

Drive 365 km, 5 hours 11 min

  • Winchester Cathedral
  • King Alfred the Great - Statue
  • More

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Winchester Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,777 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible King Alfred the Great - Statue. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,389 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Hampshire 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 Moors Valley Country Park & Forest for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,932 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Tavistock is the 3-star hotel Fountain Inn. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 260 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 3-star hotel. The hotel The Arundell is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Tavistock. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 110 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel The George Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 45 guests.

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

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Day 8

Day 8 – Tavistock - departure day

Tavistock - departure day

Day 8 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Tavistock 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.

Tavistock Pannier Market is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tavistock. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,463 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the The Meadows (Tavistock Park) park is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.6 out of 5-star rating from 792 reviews.

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

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

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