One-Week Relaxed England Road Trip from Leeds to London

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through England begins when you reach Leeds, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Leeds is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Leeds offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is MyLahore Leeds. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,685 customers.

Bill's Leeds Restaurant serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Leeds has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,768 reviews.

Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar, Leeds is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,548 customers, Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar, Leeds is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Leeds looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Brudenell Social Club, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 4,012 reviews.

Whitelock's Ale House offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Leeds. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,044 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Cosy Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,636 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in England! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in England!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across England, you'll explore the best attractions in Leeds at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Leeds, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Royal Armouries Museum. This incredible military museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,235 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in England by seeing another popular site in Leeds, the wonderful Roundhay Park. This urban park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,235 travelers.

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After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Leeds. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Prashad. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,138 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at The Ivy Victoria Quarter Leeds, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. The Ivy Victoria Quarter Leeds is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 1,172 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Miller & Carter Leeds Light. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,097 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Leeds and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Leeds. This vibrant bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular North Bar. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,002 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is The Restaurant Bar & Grill Leeds. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. The Restaurant Bar & Grill Leeds has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,196 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across England, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 3 of your easy and relaxed road trip through England gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Leavesden. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of London, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 4 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter is waiting for you. This exhibition room has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 82,133 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Leavesden has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in England. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of London. In London, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in England.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Watford is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Paladar, one of the best restaurants in Watford. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 866 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Paladar.

Locals also recommend The Wolseley as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at The Wolseley as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,980 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Dishoom Kensington. Dishoom Kensington is another of the most popular places to eat in Watford. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,125 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Scarfes Bar. Scarfes Bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 883 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is The Connaught Bar. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to BOXPARK Croydon. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. BOXPARK Croydon is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,643 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through England!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across England, you'll explore the best attractions in London at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in London, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Tower Bridge. This incredible bascule bridge has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,949 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in England. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your London itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through England extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in London. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Bill's Soho Restaurant. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,178 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at The Red Lion, Parliament Street, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. The Red Lion, Parliament Street is rated 4.3 stars out of 5 by 3,534 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Cahoots London. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in London and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Burger & Lobster Leicester Square. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Hawksmoor Air Street. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Hawksmoor Seven Dials. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Hawksmoor Seven Dials has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,084 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across England, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across England, you'll explore the best attractions in Westminster at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Westminster, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Hyde Park. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 126,766 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in England by seeing another popular site in Westminster, the wonderful Buckingham Palace. This royal palace is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 126,766 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 5 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in England. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Westminster itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through England extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Westminster. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Hawksmoor Borough. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,029 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at The Ivy Kensington Brasserie, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. The Ivy Kensington Brasserie is rated 4.3 stars out of 5 by 2,416 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Rules. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Westminster and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular The Red Lion, Parliament Street. This vibrant bar is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Cahoots London. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is The Ivy. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. The Ivy has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,597 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across England, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across England, you'll explore the best attractions in London at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in London, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous London Eye. This incredible ferris wheel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 171,401 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in England. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your London itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through England extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in London. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Berners Tavern. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in London and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular The Old Bank of England. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,562 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular The Spaniards Inn. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,679 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is The Ivy Kensington Brasserie. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. The Ivy Kensington Brasserie has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,416 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across England, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 7 of your easy and relaxed road trip through England gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Whipsnade. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Leeds, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful National Trust - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate is waiting for you. This park has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,258 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Whipsnade has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in England. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Leeds. In Leeds, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in England.

After a long day of driving and exploring along your relaxed road trip route, sitting down for a well-cooked restaurant meal in Ridgmont is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is The New Conservatory, one of the best restaurants in Ridgmont. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,055 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing The New Conservatory.

Locals also recommend The Railway as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at The Railway as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 778 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Gaucho Leeds. Gaucho Leeds is another of the most popular places to eat in Ridgmont. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 772 customers.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like The Ivy Victoria Quarter Leeds. The Ivy Victoria Quarter Leeds is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,172 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Miller & Carter Leeds Light. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Pixel Bar Leeds. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Pixel Bar Leeds is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through England!

Day 8 of your relaxed road trip in England is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Leeds.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Leeds once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in England on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Unwind and look back at the past 8 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Leeds or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Aire Bar. Dining at Aire Bar is one of the best food experiences you can have in Leeds. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Another top recommendation in Leeds is Ox Club. If you go to Ox Club, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 376 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Leeds and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 8-day relaxed road trip in England is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.