5-Day England road trip from Manchester to York and Lancaster

Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Manchester has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Cathedral Gardens. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. 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 Manchester, Fazenda Manchester. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester is La Sentidos Loca. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

Locals recommend MyLahore Manchester as one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

Manchester also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Hawksmoor Manchester. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Flight Club Manchester. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,658 customers.

Locals also enjoy Royal Exchange Theatre. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,968 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in England!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in England, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Manchester. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of York. You’ll stay in York for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Manchester’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Manchester, start your day with a visit to the amazing National Trust - Dunham Massey. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,384 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Alexandra Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,003 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Science and Industry Museum to make the most of your road trip across England. The spectacular Science and Industry Museum is a science museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,320 visitors. Every year, around 830,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Manchester Art Gallery is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,000 visitors have left this art museum average ratings of 4.6 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 Heaton Park. This attraction is an english country house rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 14,059 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Manchester has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of York. York 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 Rustique. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,000 reviews.

The remarkable The Cut & Craft is another top restaurant in York we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,038 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Ivy St Helen's Square York is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,879 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in York, the fantastic House Of The Trembling Madness. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,476 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Valhalla. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,740 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Little Italy. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,037 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of York and the city of South Lakeland. You’ll stay in Lancaster for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of York today is Shambles Market. This excellent attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,860 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing York Minster, an outstanding church building, in the city of York. Around 18,951 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of York is National Railway Museum. Attracting over 807,591 visitors in a single year, it's clear that National Railway Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a railway museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,320 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. 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 Lake District National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of South Lakeland. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 39,643 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Lancaster, The Lunesdale Arms. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 342 customers.

Locals recommend Greenlands Farm Village as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lancaster. Greenlands Farm Village is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 308 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Lancaster, The Fenwick. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Quarterhouse. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 213 customers.

Golden Lion is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Lancaster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 285 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Lancaster and embark on a scenic drive to Manchester, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lancaster and Chester 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 Lancaster. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Royal Albert Dock Liverpool. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 44,352 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible World Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,960 visitors. World Museum welcomes around 605,601 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Lancaster is the stunning Cavern Club. This bar and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,941 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Liverpool and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Chester has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Chester Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,440 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Chester, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Manchester. When you arrive in Manchester 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 Richmond Tea Rooms. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,025 customers.

Locals also recommend Browns Manchester, another of the best restaurants in Manchester. Browns Manchester is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,970 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Rain Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,928 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Port Street Beer House to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Manchester, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,146 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like THE BRITONS PROTECTION. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. THE BRITONS PROTECTION has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Trof Northern Quarter 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 1,771 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!

Day 5 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Manchester 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.

Peel Park, Salford is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Manchester. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,745 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Manchester at The Molly House before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Manchester. The Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Sam's Chop House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

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