12-Day England Road Trip around London to Brighton, Cambridge, and Sheffield

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 148,150 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

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 12-day vacation in England!

You still have 7 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Tower Bridge. This incredible attraction is a bascule bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 129,394 visitors.

Tower of London is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 86,613 visitors. Tower of London attracts about 2,741,126 travelers annually.

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 131,855 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Madame Tussauds London. This wax museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 62,036 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Regent's Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 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 Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

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

You still have 6 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 108,072 visitors.

Big Ben is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 49,306 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 Borough Market. This building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 73,097 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 Air Street. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.

Bill's Soho Restaurant 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 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!

You still have 5 nights left in London.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This incredible attraction is a non-departmental public body and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,723 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 Royal Albert Hall. This amazing attraction is a concert hall and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 31,525 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Hyde Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 114,540 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.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of London, Cahoots London. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

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

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to London, where you'll stay for 4 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Windsor Castle. This amazing attraction is a historic house museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 46,682 visitors.

You can also make your new day in England more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of England’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of London.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Cahoots London. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.

The Ivy is one of the top restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of London, The Old Bank of England. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of London!

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 National Trust - The White Cliffs of Dover. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,781 visitors.

Dover Castle is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,322 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kearsney Abbey Gardens. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,006 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Leeds Castle. This house museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,114 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.

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

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 Westgate Gardens. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,704 visitors.

Canterbury Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,304 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.

Berners Tavern is another of the best restaurant options in the city of London. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Cassiobury Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,219 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. This exhibition room and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 79,070 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in London 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 Brighton i360 for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an observation tower and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,933 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Royal Pavilion. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,266 visitors, this palace deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Preston Park railway station. This attraction, a stunning railway station, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,266 travelers.

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

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

Locals also recommend 64 Degrees as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brighton. 64 Degrees is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brighton is The Walrus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,089 customers.

After dinner, visit Alcotraz Brighton: Cell Block One-Three, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Brighton. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Coal Shed Restaurant Brighton. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,105 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Brighton and embark on a scenic drive to Cambridge, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Brighton 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 Brighton. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,141 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible National Trust - Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,293 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Brighton is the stunning Princes Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,746 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated quadrangular castle in Brighton. The popular Bodiam Castle is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Harlow Town Park. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,978 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bread & Meat. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 991 customers.

Locals also recommend The Cambridge Blue, another of the best restaurants in Cambridge. The Cambridge Blue is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,793 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Pint Shop. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,468 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Eagle to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cambridge, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,015 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!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Cambridge and embark on a scenic drive to Sheffield, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Cambridge and Norfolk 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 Cambridge University Botanic Garden. This attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,089 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fitzwilliam Museum. This attraction, a beloved art museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,509 visitors. Fitzwilliam Museum welcomes around 364,269 yearly 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 5,887 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Norwich Cathedral. This attraction is an anglican or episcopal cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,450 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sandringham House. This english country house and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,906 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Castle Rising. This village and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,030 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Norfolk, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Sheffield. When you arrive in Sheffield 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 Miller & Carter Sheffield Centertainment. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,108 customers.

Locals also recommend Smoke BBQ, another of the best restaurants in Sheffield. Smoke BBQ is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,417 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Ego Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar, Sheffield. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Head of Steam Sheffield to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Sheffield, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,466 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Sheffield. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Sheffield has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,727 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’ll stay in London for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Chatsworth House. This excellent attraction is an english country house that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,279 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 Blenheim Palace for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a house museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,416 visitors.

This outstanding natural history museum has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,018 travelers.

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

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through England with a toast!

Day 12 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.

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!