One-Week England Road Trip from Leeds to London and Birmingham
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 8-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 3 nights in Leeds, 3 nights in London, and 1 night in Birmingham, experiencing the ultimate road trip in England. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Leeds, London, Birmingham, and Stafford. We'll help you experience the best 8 days in England you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Leeds, 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 Tower Bridge and British Museum.
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 Leeds, London, Birmingham, and Stafford, 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 7 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 7 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 – Leeds - arrival day
Day 1 – Leeds - arrival day
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Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Leeds. You’ll stay in Leeds for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Leeds has many popular destinations you can explore.
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 Leeds, MyLahore Leeds. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,685 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Leeds is Bill's Leeds Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,768 customers.
Locals recommend Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar, Leeds as one of the best restaurants in the city of Leeds. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,548 customers.
Leeds also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Leeds is Brudenell Social Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,012 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Leeds is Whitelock's Ale House. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,044 customers.
Locals also enjoy Cosy Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,636 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in England!
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Day 2 – Shipley and Leeds
Day 2 – Shipley and Leeds
- Leeds
- Huddersfield
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Drive 94 km, 2 hours 34 min
- Greenhead Park
- The Piece Hall
- Lister Park
- Royal Armouries Museum
- Roundhay Park
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Leeds has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Leeds by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.
There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Leeds. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.
You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Leeds, like the extraordinary Royal Armouries Museum. This attraction is a military museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,235 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations in Leeds is the spectacular Roundhay Park. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,469 visitors.
This is a popular destination among visitors in Leeds.
Your discovery of Leeds does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Leeds on this day of your trip.
After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Prashad, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Leeds. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,138 customers.
Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Leeds is the popular The Ivy Victoria Quarter Leeds. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,172 customers.
Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Leeds is Miller & Carter Leeds Light. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.
When you’ve finished your meal, The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Leeds is one of the best bars in the city of Leeds for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.
North Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Leeds. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,002 customers.
Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Leeds is The Restaurant Bar & Grill Leeds. The Restaurant Bar & Grill Leeds has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,196 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Leeds!
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Day 3 – Westminster, Richmond, Leavesden, Kensington, and London
Day 3 – Westminster, Richmond, Leavesden, Kensington, and London
- London
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Drive 336 km, 4 hours 26 min
- Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- Buckingham Palace
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Buckingham Palace. This attraction is a royal palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 164,776 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.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Paladar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 866 customers.
Locals also recommend The Wolseley, another of the best restaurants in London. The Wolseley is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,980 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Dishoom Kensington. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,125 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
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.
BOXPARK Croydon is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,643 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 4 – Camden Town and London
Day 4 – Camden Town and London
- London
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Drive 7 km, 41 min
- Trafalgar Square
- National Gallery
- British Museum
- Big Ben
- London Eye
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Camden Town has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Camden Town by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.
There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Camden Town. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.
You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Camden Town, like the extraordinary British Museum. This attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 148,750 visitors. British Museum gets around 5,906,716 visitors every year.
This is a popular destination among visitors in Camden Town.
Your discovery of Camden Town does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Camden Town on this day of your trip.
After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Bill's Soho Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 customers.
Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of London is the popular The Red Lion, Parliament Street. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.
Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of London is Cahoots London. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.
When you’ve finished your meal, Burger & Lobster Leicester Square is one of the best bars in the city of London for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.
Hawksmoor Air Street is another of the most popular bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers.
Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of London is Hawksmoor Seven Dials. Hawksmoor Seven Dials has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of London!
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Day 5 – London and Greenwich
Day 5 – London and Greenwich
- London
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Drive 30 km, 1 hour 42 min
- London Bridge
- Borough Market
- Tower Bridge
- Tower of London
- Greenwich Park
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions London has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in London by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.
There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of London. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.
You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of London, like the extraordinary London Bridge. This attraction is a road bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 49,698 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations in London is the spectacular Borough Market. This attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 95,151 visitors.
You could then travel to the amazing Tower Bridge. This bascule bridge has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,949 visitors.
This is a popular destination among visitors in London.
Your discovery of London does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in London on this day of your trip.
After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Hawksmoor Borough, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of London. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,029 customers.
Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of London is the popular The Ivy Kensington Brasserie. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,416 customers.
Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of London is Rules. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.
When you’ve finished your meal, The Red Lion, Parliament Street is one of the best bars in the city of London for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.
Cahoots London is another of the most popular bars in the city of London. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers.
Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of London is The Ivy. The Ivy has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of London!
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Day 6 – Westminster, Kensington, and Birmingham
Day 6 – Westminster, Kensington, and Birmingham
- London
- Birmingham
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Drive 212 km, 3 hours 4 min
- Royal Albert Hall
- Science Museum
- Hyde Park
- Madame Tussauds London
- Regent's Park
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in England, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Westminster. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Birmingham. You’ll stay in Birmingham for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Westminster’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Westminster, start your day with a visit to the amazing Royal Albert Hall. This much-appreciated concert hall and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,841 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Hyde Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 126,766 visitors.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Westminster has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Birmingham. Birmingham 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 Adam's 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 798 reviews.
The remarkable Purnells is another top restaurant in Birmingham we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Simpsons Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 613 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Birmingham, the fantastic The Canal House Bar & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,244 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bacchus Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,586 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Birmingham. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,002 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 7 – Alrewas, Stafford, Castleton, Edensor, and Leeds
Day 7 – Alrewas, Stafford, Castleton, Edensor, and Leeds
- Leeds
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Drive 300 km, 4 hours 45 min
- Trentham Gardens
- National Memorial Arboretum
- Chatsworth House
- Peak District National Park
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Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Birmingham and embark on a scenic drive to Leeds, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Birmingham and Stafford 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 Birmingham. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful National Memorial Arboretum. This attraction is an arboretum that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 12,026 visitors.
Wave goodbye to Alrewas 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 Stafford has to offer.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Trentham Gardens. This attraction is an estate that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,401 visitors.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Stafford, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Leeds. When you arrive in Leeds 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 The New Conservatory. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,055 customers.
Locals also recommend The Railway, another of the best restaurants in Leeds. The Railway is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 778 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Gaucho Leeds. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 772 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit The Ivy Victoria Quarter Leeds to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Leeds, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,172 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Miller & Carter Leeds Light. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Miller & Carter Leeds Light has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.
Pixel Bar Leeds is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 708 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 – Leeds - departure day
Day 8 – Leeds - departure day
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Day 8 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Leeds 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 Leeds and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.
You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Leeds at Aire Bar before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend Ox Club for your last chance at a meal in the city of Leeds. The Ox Club restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 376 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Leeds. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in England!
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