9-Day England road trip from London to Bristol, Birmingham, and Nottingham
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 9-day road trip through England.
This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in England. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 5 nights in London, 1 night in Bristol, 1 night in Birmingham, and 1 night in Nottingham, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in London, Bristol, Birmingham, and Nottingham. We'll help you experience the best 9 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in London, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in England, including the stunning British Museum and Tower Bridge.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in England. From the magnificent London Eye to the breathtaking Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Trafalgar Square and learn more about the unique Tower of London to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through London, Bristol, Birmingham, and Nottingham, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of England. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in England.
Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in England. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through England.
Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in England.
You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything England has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.
You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.
Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of England. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 8 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 8 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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Day 1 – London - arrival day
Day 1 – London - arrival day
- London - Arrival day
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- Buckingham Palace
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London has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Buckingham Palace. This attraction is a royal palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,776 visitors.
Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.
When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of London, Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.
London also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of London is Scarfes Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of London is The Connaught Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in England!
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Day 2 – London
Day 2 – London
- London
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Drive 26 km, 1 hour 30 min
- Tower of London
- Greenwich Park
- National Gallery
- Trafalgar Square
- Tower Bridge
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You still have 4 nights left in London.
One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Trafalgar Square. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 121,847 visitors.
Tower of London is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101,481 visitors. Tower of London attracts about 2,741,126 travelers annually.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Tower Bridge. This amazing attraction is a bascule bridge and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,949 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Greenwich Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,005 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 Bill's Soho Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 customers.
The Red Lion, Parliament Street is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.
Locals enjoy Cahoots London, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of London. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Hawksmoor Air Street. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.
Hawksmoor Seven Dials is another of the best bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!
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Day 3 – London
Day 3 – London
- London
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 9 min
- Big Ben
- Regent's Park
- British Museum
- London Eye
- Madame Tussauds 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 Regent's Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 44,079 visitors.
Madame Tussauds London is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 71,843 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is British Museum. Attracting 5,906,716 annual visitors, it's clear that British Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 148,750 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Big Ben. This cultural icon and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 61,373 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic London Eye. This ferris wheel is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 171,401 visitors.
To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Rules. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Red Lion, Parliament Street. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Cahoots London. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.
The Ivy is another of the best bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!
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Day 4 – London
Day 4 – London
- London
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Drive 18 km, 1 hour 14 min
- Borough Market
- Hyde Park
- Science Museum
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- London Bridge
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You still have 2 nights left in London.
One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Hyde Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 126,766 visitors.
Science Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 65,368 visitors. Science Museum attracts about 2,989,000 travelers annually.
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 95,151 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding London Bridge. This road bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 49,698 visitors.
To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in England to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of London, like Berners Tavern. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, The Old Bank of England. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!
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Day 5 – Wiltshire and Bristol
Day 5 – Wiltshire and Bristol
- Bath
- Salisbury
- Bristol
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Drive 213 km, 3 hours 52 min
- Stonehenge
- Roman Baths
- Pulteney Bridge
- Royal Victoria Park, Bath
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in London 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 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 London. This attraction is a tourist attraction that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 51,913 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Roman Baths. This attraction is a thermae that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 31,875 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Pulteney Bridge. This road bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,931 reviews.
Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Royal Victoria Park, Bath. This botanical garden and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,596 visitors.
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 Mugshot Restaurants Bristol, another of the best restaurants in Bristol. Mugshot Restaurants Bristol is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Catch22 Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 893 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit Bravas to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bristol, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Small Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Small Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.
Botanist Bristol 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 1,047 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 6 – Bristol and Birmingham
Day 6 – Bristol and Birmingham
- Birmingham
- Bristol
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 18 min
- Clifton Suspension Bridge
- Brunel's SS Great Britain
- National Sea Life Centre
- Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
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You’ll stay in Birmingham for 1 night.
One of the best places to explore 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.
Around 8,847 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.
To experience the local culture, see more of England, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in England. You also get to admire popular places of interest.
You’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.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Birmingham, The Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bacchus Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.
The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham is a popular bar 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.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through England with a toast!
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Day 7 – Stafford and Nottingham
Day 7 – Stafford and Nottingham
- Nottingham
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Drive 221 km, 4 hours 4 min
- National Memorial Arboretum
- Chatsworth House
- Peak District National Park
- National Trust - Hardwick Hall
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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 National Memorial Arboretum. This attraction is an arboretum and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 12,026 visitors.
Joining a top-rated tour in Stafford 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 Chatsworth House for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an english country house and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,015 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Peak District National Park. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,768 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.
We also recommend a visit to the popular National Trust - Hardwick Hall. This attraction, a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,318 travelers.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Nottingham.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Yamas Meze & Tapas, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nottingham. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,696 customers.
Locals also recommend Iberico World Tapas as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nottingham. Iberico World Tapas is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nottingham is The Alchemist Nottingham. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,618 customers.
After dinner, visit Cosy Club, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nottingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like 400 Rabbits. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.
Alternatively, Pit & Pendulum is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nottingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,872 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!
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Day 8 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and London
Day 8 – Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and London
- London
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Drive 259 km, 3 hours 47 min
- Cassiobury Park
- Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
- St George's Chapel
- Windsor Castle
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Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Nottingham and embark on a scenic drive to London, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nottingham and 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 Nottingham. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Nottingham Castle. This attraction is an art gallery that has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 4,628 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible The Arboretum. This attraction, a beloved arboretum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,501 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Nottingham is the stunning Robin Hood Statue. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,728 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cassiobury Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,300 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. This exhibition room and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 82,133 reviews.
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 Rules to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in London, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.
This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.
End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in England, and look forward to more great days to come!
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Day 9 – London - departure day
Day 9 – London - departure day
- London - Departure day
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- St James's Park
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Day 9 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of London before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.
St James's Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in London. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,261 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of London and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.
You’ll then say farewell to London. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in England!
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