Affordable 7-Day Relaxed England Road Trip Vacation from London to Oxford

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through England begins when you reach London, where you’ll stay for a total of 4 nights.

London is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Trafalgar Square. Around 121,847 visitors have rated this fascinating square and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 London 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 Paladar. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 866 customers.

The Wolseley serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in London has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,980 reviews.

Dishoom Kensington is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,125 customers, Dishoom Kensington is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what London 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 Scarfes Bar, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 883 reviews.

The Connaught Bar offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in London. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Locals like unwinding at BOXPARK Croydon. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,643 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 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.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in England by seeing another popular site in London, the wonderful Borough Market. This building is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,949 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 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 2 of your relaxed road trip across England, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 3 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 2 nights 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 3 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, 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 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 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 3 of your relaxed road trip across England, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 4 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 Eton. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Oxford, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 2 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful St George's Chapel, Windsor is waiting for you. This castle chapel has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,434 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Windsor Castle. This unique historic house museum is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,263 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Eton 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 Oxford. In Oxford, 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 Cheapside is an excellent idea.

A popular restaurant we recommend you try is Antep Kitchen, one of the best restaurants in Cheapside. With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,520 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Antep Kitchen.

Locals also recommend Thaikhun as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Thaikhun as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant. Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant is another of the most popular places to eat in Cheapside. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,296 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 Turf Tavern. Turf Tavern is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,465 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is The Perch. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,317 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Browns Oxford. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Browns Oxford is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,886 customers.

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

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across England, you'll explore the best attractions in Oxford 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 Oxford, 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 Oxford University Museum of Natural History. This incredible natural history museum has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,413 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in England by seeing another popular site in Oxford, the wonderful Covered Market. This market hall is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,413 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 Oxford 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 Oxford. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, George & Danver. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 995 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at The Folly Restaurant, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. The Folly Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 987 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Kazbar Restaurant. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 874 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Oxford 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 Bear Inn, Oxford. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,606 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular The Old Bookbinders Ale House. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 892 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is The Coconut Tree Oxford. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. The Coconut Tree Oxford has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 823 bar goers.

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

Day 6 of your relaxed road trip across the beautiful country of England will take you on a self-paced journey to two incredible places in one day. See some of the best attractions in England, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

You’ll begin your day and sightseeing in Warwick, and continue your explorations in the city of Stratford-upon-Avon. The charming London is where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

Your first stop is the great city of Warwick, where you will see the amazing Stratford Butterfly Farm. This famous butterfly house has an impressive 4.7 out of 5-star rating from 8,018 people.

While leisurely driving around the city, you can also spend some of your precious time at the incredible Shakespeare's Birthplace. The amazing Shakespeare's Birthplace is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,156 travelers.

Give yourself the opportunity to see more of Warwick than meets the eye by joining a top-rated tour. Put your relaxed road trip to a halt in favor of an in-depth exploration of the city’s best sights and hidden gems while connecting with locals and fellow travelers.

After exploring the city of Warwick, it’s time to hit the road again and continue your relaxed road trip to another city in England, the lovely Stratford-upon-Avon!

In Stratford-upon-Avon, you’ll find the magnificent Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. This popular exhibition room has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 82,133 visitors.

After exploring all these beautiful places, drive leisurely to the beautiful city of London for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Here you can choose from the best selection of hotels and places to stay as you get to know more about this spectacular city.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best places to visit in England, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in London.

We highly recommend going to Berners Tavern. This place is a popular restaurant with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,817 customers.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in London and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Check out The Old Bank of England for a great selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. This incredible bar is highly recommended and has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,562 customers.

Another amazing bar that serves many kinds of beverages and cocktails is The Spaniards Inn. This bar has a wonderful rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,679 customers.

You may also try The Ivy Kensington Brasserie, another top-rated bar in the city. About 2,416 bargoers have given this place a thumb up, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Let’s toast to day 6 of your laid-back self-drive in Stratford-upon-Avon! Celebrate this unique opportunity to enjoy a memorable road trip adventure across England!

Day 7 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 London.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of London 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.

St James's Park is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in London. This top sight is a popular park, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,261 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 7 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in London or just grab something light to keep you going.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to London and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 7-day relaxed road trip in England is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.