11-Day England Road Trip from London to Cambridge, Canterbury, Brighton, and Oxford and surrounding area
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 11-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, 2 nights in Cambridge, 1 night in Canterbury, 1 night in Brighton, and 1 night in Oxford, 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, Cambridge, Canterbury, Brighton, and Oxford. We'll help you experience the best 11 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, Cambridge, Canterbury, Brighton, and Oxford, 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 10 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 10 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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- St James's Park
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London has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible St James's Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,261 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 11-day vacation in England!
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Day 2 – London
Day 2 – London
- London
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Drive 14 km, 57 min
- Hyde Park
- Buckingham Palace
- Trafalgar Square
- National Gallery
- British Museum
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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 Hyde Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 126,766 visitors.
Buckingham Palace is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,776 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Trafalgar Square. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 121,847 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding British Museum. This national museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 148,750 visitors. Each year, approximately 5,906,716 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 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 14 km, 58 min
- London Eye
- Borough Market
- London Bridge
- Tower of London
- Tower Bridge
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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 London Eye. This incredible attraction is a ferris wheel and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 171,401 visitors.
Borough Market is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 95,151 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is London Bridge. This amazing attraction is a road bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 49,698 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 101,481 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,741,126 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in London.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Tower Bridge. This bascule bridge is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,949 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 15 km, 1 hour 1 min
- Regent's Park
- Madame Tussauds London
- Royal Albert Hall
- Science Museum
- Victoria and Albert Museum
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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 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 Royal Albert Hall. This amazing attraction is a concert hall and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,841 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Science Museum. This science museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 65,368 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,989,000 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 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 – Cambridge
Day 5 – Cambridge
- Cambridge
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Drive 132 km, 2 hours 34 min
- Cassiobury Park
- Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
- Imperial War Museum Duxford
- The Fitzwilliam Museum
- Parker's Piece
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You’ll stay in Cambridge for 2 nights.
One of the best places to explore today is Cassiobury Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,300 visitors.
Around 82,133 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 could then travel to Imperial War Museum Duxford for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a military museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,041 visitors. Approximately 394,053 people visit Cambridgeshire every year to see the fantastic Imperial War Museum Duxford.
This outstanding art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,825 travelers.
You can also stop at the popular Parker's Piece. This attraction, a stunning sports venue, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,973 visitors.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Cambridge.
After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge, Bread & Meat. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.
Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Cambridge, Eagle. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,015 customers.
You could also relax with a drink 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.
Pint Shop is a popular bar 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.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through England with a toast!
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Day 6 – Norfolk and Cambridge
Day 6 – Norfolk and Cambridge
- Norwich
- Cambridge
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Drive 350 km, 5 hours 33 min
- Cromer
- Norwich Market
- Eaton Park
- Great Yarmouth
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You still have 1 night left in Cambridge.
One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Cromer. This incredible attraction is a town and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,165 visitors.
Norwich Market is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,081 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Eaton Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,795 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Great Yarmouth. This town and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,018 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 Cambridge.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Cambridge, like The Oak Bistro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 642 customers.
Restaurant Twenty Two is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Cambridge. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 362 customers.
Locals enjoy Stolen and Liquor Loft, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Cambridge. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 766 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Cambridge, The Free Press. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 818 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Mill. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.
The Clarendon Arms is another of the best bars in the city of Cambridge. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 572 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through England!
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Day 7 – Chelmsford, Maidstone, and Canterbury
Day 7 – Chelmsford, Maidstone, and Canterbury
- Canterbury
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Drive 299 km, 4 hours 11 min
- Colchester Zoo
- Promenade Park
- Dover Castle
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Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Cambridge and embark on a scenic drive to Canterbury, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Cambridge 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. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,729 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Dover Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,595 visitors.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cafe Des Amis. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,400 customers.
Locals also recommend The Refectory kitchen, another of the best restaurants in Canterbury. The Refectory kitchen is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 589 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Cafe du Soleil. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit The Corner House to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Canterbury, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Lady Luck. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Lady Luck has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.
The Foundry Brew Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 989 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 8 – Maidstone and Brighton
Day 8 – Maidstone and Brighton
- Canterbury
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Drive 164 km, 3 hours 20 min
- Canterbury Cathedral
- Leeds Castle
- Mote Park
- Leybourne Lakes Country Park
- Hever Castle & Gardens
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Brighton. You’ll stay in Brighton for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Maidstone’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Maidstone, start your day with a visit to the amazing Canterbury Cathedral. This much-appreciated anglican or episcopal cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,666 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Leeds Castle. This house museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,372 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mote Park to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular Mote Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,480 visitors.
The lovely Leybourne Lakes Country Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,478 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 Hever Castle. This attraction is a house museum rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 11,042 reviews.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Maidstone has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Brighton. Brighton 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 Petit Pois Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 616 reviews.
The remarkable 64 Degrees is another top restaurant in Brighton we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Salt Room is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Brighton, the fantastic The Walrus. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,089 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Alcotraz Brighton: Cell Block One-Three. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Coal Shed Restaurant Brighton. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,105 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!
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Day 9 – Brighton, Wiltshire, and Oxford
Day 9 – Brighton, Wiltshire, and Oxford
- Brighton and Hove
- Salisbury
- Oxford
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Drive 304 km, 3 hours 40 min
- Royal Pavilion
- British Airways i360
- Preston Park
- Stonehenge
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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 Royal Pavilion. This attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,457 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Brighton i360. This observation tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,119 visitors.
Preston Park railway station is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular railway station, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 4,317 reviews.
Joining a top-rated tour in Brighton 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 Stonehenge for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a tourist attraction and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 51,913 visitors.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Oxford.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Antep Kitchen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oxford. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,520 customers.
Locals also recommend Thaikhun as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oxford. Thaikhun is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oxford is Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.
After dinner, visit Turf Tavern, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oxford. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,465 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Bear Inn, Oxford. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,606 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through England!
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Day 10 – Oxford, Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, and London
Day 10 – Oxford, Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, and London
- Oxford
- London
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Drive 134 km, 2 hours 55 min
- Covered Market
- Oxford University Museum of Natural History
- Blenheim Park
- Blenheim Palace
- Windsor Castle
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You’ll stay in London for 1 night.
One of the best places to explore today is Covered Market. This excellent attraction is a market hall that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,506 visitors.
Around 10,413 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Blenheim Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,373 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Blenheim Palace. This house museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,013 visitors.
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 could then travel to Windsor Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a historic house museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,263 visitors.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of London.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of London, Rules. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through England with a toast!
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Day 11 – London - departure day
Day 11 – London - departure day
- London - Departure day
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- Big Ben
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Day 11 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.
Big Ben is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in London. This cultural icon and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 61,373 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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