9-Day England road trip from Norwich to Cambridge, Basingstoke, and London

Norwich 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 Norwich, Bill's Norwich Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,617 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Norwich is Cosy Club. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,273 customers.

Locals recommend Côte as one of the best restaurants in the city of Norwich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 958 customers.

Norwich also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Norwich is Belgian Monk. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,962 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Norwich is Turtle Bay Norwich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Fat Cat. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,041 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 Cambridge for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Norfolk is the amazing Norwich Market. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,081 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible house museum, Blickling Hall. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,644 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Norfolk is the outstanding North Norfolk Railway Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 visitors.

The spectacular Cromer is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating town and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,165 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Great Yarmouth. This attraction is a popular town that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,018 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cambridge, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bread & Meat, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Locals also recommend The Cambridge Chop House as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge. The Cambridge Chop House is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,330 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge is Sticks'n'Sushi Cambridge. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

After dinner, visit Eagle, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cambridge. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,015 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Cambridge Blue. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,793 customers.

Alternatively, Pint Shop is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Cambridge. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,468 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 Cambridge and embark on a scenic drive to Basingstoke, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Cambridge 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 Cambridge. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Fitzwilliam Museum. This attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,825 visitors. Over 364,269 people visit Fitzwilliam Museum annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Cambridge University Botanic Garden. This attraction, a beloved botanical garden, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,213 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Cambridge is the stunning Parker's Piece. This sports venue and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,973 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 Basingstoke. When you arrive in Basingstoke you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

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!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Basingstoke, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Basingstoke.

Today you'll explore the city of Wiltshire. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Milestones Museum. This incredible attraction is a heritage centre and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,881 visitors.

Eastrop Park is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Wiltshire. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,979 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Wiltshire is The War Memorial Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,279 visitors.

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

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Basingstoke and embark on a scenic drive to London, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Milestones Museum. This attraction is a heritage centre that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,881 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Eastrop Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,979 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Basingstoke is the stunning The War Memorial Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,279 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This attraction is a non-departmental public body that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,021 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Science Museum. This science museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 65,368 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 2,989,000 yearly visitors.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Royal Albert Hall. This concert hall and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,841 visitors.

The lovely Hyde Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 126,766 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.7 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.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,454 customers.

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!

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 Buckingham Palace. This incredible attraction is a royal palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 164,776 visitors.

Westminster Abbey is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,223 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Big Ben. This amazing attraction is a cultural icon and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 61,373 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding London Eye. This ferris wheel and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 171,401 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic British Museum. This national museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 148,750 visitors. British Museum hosts around 5,906,716 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 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!

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 Tower of London. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,741,126 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101,481 visitors.

Tower Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,949 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is The Shard. This amazing attraction is a skyscraper and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 38,101 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Borough Market. This building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 95,151 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic London Bridge. This road bridge is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 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 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!

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

If you’re curious to see more of London, start your day with a visit to the amazing Trafalgar Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 121,847 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating St James's Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 55,261 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Madame Tussauds London to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular Madame Tussauds London is a wax museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 71,843 visitors.

The lovely Regent's Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 44,079 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that London has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Norwich. Norwich 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 Namaste Village Norwich. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 737 reviews.

The remarkable Frank's Bar is another top restaurant in Norwich we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 729 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Benedicts is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Norwich, the fantastic Cosy Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,273 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Côte. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 958 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Adam and Eve. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 949 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

Day 9 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Norwich 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.

Eaton Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Norwich. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,795 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Norwich at Blue Joanna before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 353 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Goulash House for your last chance at a meal in the city of Norwich. The Goulash House restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Woolf & Social. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

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