Cheap One-Week England Road Trip from London traveling south to Southampton, Chichester, and Brighton

You'll pick up your rental car in London and begin your adventure in England.

London is a popular cheap holiday destination in England with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in London and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Trafalgar Square will make your cheap holiday in England truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 121,847 visitors.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in London. An excellent example is the popular Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

Scarfes Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 883 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in London we recommend is The Connaught Bar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in England!

Today's agenda is to explore London and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 3 nights left in London.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Tower of London. As one of the best sights in the area, it’s not surprising that over 2,741,126 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 101,481 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Tower Bridge. This spectacular bascule bridge and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 151,949 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Borough Market during a vacation in London. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Borough Market has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 95,151 reviews.

This day of your road trip in England is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding London Eye. This popular place of interest in London is a valued ferris wheel that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 171,401 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in London when you include the fantastic British Museum to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating national museum with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 148,750 travelers. The notable British Museum hosts around 5,906,716 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in London.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in England more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of London, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Bill's Soho Restaurant is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,178 customers.

The Red Lion, Parliament Street is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in London. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Cahoots London, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,678 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in London, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in London.

Burger & Lobster Leicester Square is a fantastic bar many locals in London recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Hawksmoor Air Street, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,216 customers.

Hawksmoor Seven Dials is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in London. Customers have rated the exciting Hawksmoor Seven Dials an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,084 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in England!

Today's agenda is to explore London and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in London.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Hyde Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 126,766 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Science Museum. This spectacular science museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 65,368 reviews. Attracting more than 2,989,000 travelers annually, the beloved Science Museum is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting London.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Buckingham Palace during a vacation in London. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Buckingham Palace has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 164,776 reviews.

This day of your road trip in England is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding St James's Park. This popular place of interest in London is a valued park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 55,261 visitors.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in England more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of London, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of London for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Rules is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,824 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in London, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in London.

The Red Lion, Parliament Street is a fantastic bar many locals in London recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Cahoots London, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,678 customers.

The Ivy is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in London. Customers have rated the exciting The Ivy an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,597 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in England!

Day 4 of your road trip across England offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and the enchanting Wiltshire, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead and end the day in Wiltshire, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in England will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead is the magnificent St George's Chapel, Windsor. Around 5,434 visitors have rated this excellent castle chapel and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Windsor Castle on this leg of your self-drive tour in England. This attraction is a well-known historic house museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 53,263 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Salisbury Cathedral. This popular site is a valued anglican or episcopal cathedral in Wiltshire and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,491 visitors.

Another must-visit in Wiltshire is the spectacular Stonehenge. This outstanding tourist attraction and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 51,913 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across England. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in England. Make your cheap holiday experience in England more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Southampton offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in England. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Southampton offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in England.

Cafe Thrive Southampton is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 975 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Southampton is Bacaro, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 580 customers.

Bill's Southampton Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Southampton. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,388 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Southampton’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Piccolo Mondo is an excellent example of a great bar in Southampton offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Rockstone, another of locals’ go-to bars in Southampton. The Rockstone is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,200 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Belgium And Blues is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Southampton. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 858 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through England with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in England!

On day 5 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across England, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Portsmouth and end your day in the city of Chichester, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Portsmouth is the amazing Red Funnel Ferries. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,788 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Southampton Common. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,033 travelers, a visit to this well-known common land and sightseeing spot in Portsmouth is likely to make your vacation in England even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Portsmouth is the outstanding SeaCity Museum. This maritime museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,539 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in England. To have the best affordable travel experience in England, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in England unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in England.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Chichester. Chichester is another cheap travel destination in England where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in England can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Chichester that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Chichester is Bill's Chichester Restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,286 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Chichester, ASK Italian is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 773 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Giggling Squid - Chichester. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Chichester enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 671 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Chichester’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in England. For example, you can visit Côte Chichester. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Reina Kitchen Meze and Bar. This popular bar in Chichester has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 663 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in England!

Day 6 of your self-drive vacation in England gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Brighton for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in England.

While you’re in Chichester, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Arundel Castle. The fantastic Arundel Castle is a popular house museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,535 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Tilgate Park, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 5,853 travelers.

Make Preston Park railway station your first stop. This popular railway station among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,317 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Brighton and Hove is the outstanding Brighton i360. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,119 visitors, this remarkable observation tower and attraction deserves a spot on your England travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Royal Pavilion. This attraction, a stunning palace, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,457 travelers.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about England. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in England and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Brighton. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Brighton, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Petit Pois Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Brighton. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 616 customers.

64 Degrees is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. 64 Degrees is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 532 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at The Salt Room, another well-loved restaurant in Brighton. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,387 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in England.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Brighton, The Walrus. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,089 bar goers.

Alcotraz Brighton: Cell Block One-Three is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Brighton, with its average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 845 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by The Coal Shed Restaurant Brighton, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,105 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across England. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in England!

Day 7 of your road trip across England offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Lewes and the enchanting Kent, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Lewes and end the day in Kent, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 7 of your affordable vacation in England will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Lewes is the magnificent Seven Sisters Country Park. Around 5,217 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing National Trust - Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters on this leg of your self-drive tour in England. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 11,520 travelers.

The remarkable Bodiam Castle is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in England. This attraction, an amazing quadrangular castle, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,670 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable National Trust - Chartwell. This popular site is a valued park in Kent and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,918 visitors.

Another must-visit in Kent is the spectacular Hever Castle. This outstanding house museum and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 11,042 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across England. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in England. Make your cheap holiday experience in England more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

London offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in England. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in London offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in England.

Berners Tavern is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,817 diners.

Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of London’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

The Old Bank of England is an excellent example of a great bar in London offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through England with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in England!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to England as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 8 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of London.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in England.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in London is the remarkable Big Ben. This cultural icon and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 61,373 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to London and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in England!