Cheap One-Week England Road Trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Sheffield, London, and Nottingham

Your exciting road trip through England starts when you reach the incredible city of Newcastle upon Tyne, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Newcastle upon Tyne and begin your adventure in England.

Newcastle upon Tyne is a popular cheap holiday destination in England with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Gateshead and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Tyne Bridge will make your cheap holiday in England truly special. This attraction is a fascinating road bridge that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,833 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Newcastle upon Tyne. An excellent example is the popular Peace & Loaf restaurant. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in England is 21. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 528 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Newcastle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,428 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Tyneside Cinema is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,495 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Newcastle upon Tyne we recommend is Miller & Carter Newcastle, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

The Tyne Bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,067 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in England!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across England, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Newcastle upon Tyne and end your day in the city of Sheffield, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Newcastle upon Tyne is the amazing Hancock Museum. This travel destination is a natural history museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,220 visitors. Up to 638,454 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Hancock Museum with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible The Town Moor. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,054 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Newcastle upon Tyne is likely to make your vacation in England even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Newcastle upon Tyne is the outstanding Discovery Museum. This local museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,394 visitors. In a single year, approximately 638,454 travelers include the unforgettable Discovery Museum in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in England, drop by the popular Centre for Life. This attraction, an amazing science museum, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,452 travelers. As one of the top sights in Newcastle upon Tyne, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Centre for Life attracts about 225,000 visitors annually.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in England. To have the best affordable travel experience in England, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in England unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in England.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Sheffield. Sheffield is another cheap travel destination in England where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in England can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Sheffield that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Sheffield is Smoke BBQ. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,417 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Sheffield, Ego Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar, Sheffield is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,494 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Sheffield. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Sheffield enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,727 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Sheffield’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in England. For example, you can visit The Head of Steam Sheffield. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,466 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pitcher & Piano Sheffield. This popular bar in Sheffield has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 846 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Dove & Rainbow as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Dove & Rainbow is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 657 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in England!

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in England gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Westminster and end your day in the city of London.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in London for 3 nights. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in England.

While you’re in Westminster, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Buckingham Palace. The fantastic Buckingham Palace is a popular royal palace and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 164,776 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible St James's Park, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 55,261 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Westminster, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of London.

Make Regent's Park your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,079 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in London is the outstanding Trafalgar Square. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 121,847 visitors, this remarkable square and attraction deserves a spot on your England travel bucket list.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about England. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in England and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of London. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in London, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Wolseley, one of the best restaurants in London. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,980 customers.

Burger & Lobster Leicester Square is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Burger & Lobster Leicester Square is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,454 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Hawksmoor Air Street, another well-loved restaurant in London. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,216 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in England.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in London, The Connaught Bar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 bar goers.

Hawksmoor Seven Dials is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in London, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,084 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by The Red Lion, Parliament Street, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,534 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across England. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in England!

Day 4’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in London, proving that cheap holidays in England can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Tower Bridge. This attraction is a bascule bridge that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,949 travelers.

Your discovery of London does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about London on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, England.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in England, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Bill's Soho Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in London. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,178 reviews.

You can also check out Cahoots London. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,678 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is The Ivy. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,597 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in London.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in London for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at The Old Bank of England and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,562 customers.

Rules is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit The Ship & Shovell. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in London.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical London!

Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Camden Town, proving that cheap holidays in England can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary British Museum. This attraction is a national museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 148,750 travelers. Every year, the wonderful British Museum gets around 5,906,716 visitors from across the globe.

Your discovery of Camden Town does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Camden Town on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, England.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in England, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Berners Tavern, one of the best restaurants in London. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,817 reviews.

You can also check out The Palomar. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,537 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Smith & Wollensky. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,343 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in London.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in London for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Social Eating House and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,280 customers.

Old Shades is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,047 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit American Bar. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 667 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in London.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical London!

On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across England, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in London and end your day in the city of Nottingham, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in London is the amazing London Eye. This travel destination is a ferris wheel that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 171,401 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in England. To have the best affordable travel experience in England, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in England unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in England.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nottingham. Nottingham is another cheap travel destination in England where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in England can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Nottingham that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Nottingham is Yamas Meze & Tapas. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,696 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Nottingham, Cosy Club is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 843 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Iberico World Tapas. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Nottingham enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 508 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Nottingham’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in England. For example, you can visit 400 Rabbits. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem. This popular bar in Nottingham has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,844 bar-goers.

You can also go to Pit & Pendulum as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Pit & Pendulum is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,872 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in England!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across England, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in York and end your day in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in York is the amazing York Dungeon. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,016 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Shambles Market. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,860 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in York is likely to make your vacation in England even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in York is the outstanding York Minster. This church building has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,951 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in England, drop by the popular National Railway Museum. This attraction, an amazing railway museum, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,320 travelers. As one of the top sights in York, there’s no wonder that the spectacular National Railway Museum attracts about 807,591 visitors annually.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in England. To have the best affordable travel experience in England, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in England unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in England.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Newcastle upon Tyne is another cheap travel destination in England where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in England can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Newcastle upon Tyne that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Newcastle upon Tyne is Fat Hippo Newcastle. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,573 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Newcastle upon Tyne, Babucho is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,509 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Blackfriars Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Newcastle upon Tyne enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,310 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Newcastle upon Tyne’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in England. For example, you can visit Turtle Bay Newcastle. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,405 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Broad Chare. This popular bar in Newcastle upon Tyne has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,061 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Alchemist Newcastle as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Alchemist Newcastle is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,151 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in England!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to England as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 8 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Newcastle upon Tyne.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in England.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Newcastle upon Tyne is the remarkable Grey's Monument. This monument and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 977 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Newcastle upon Tyne, consider a top-rated restaurant like Zaap Thai Street Food Newcastle. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Wagamama newcastle is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 997 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Gusto Italian. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 927 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of England and your fun memories in Newcastle upon Tyne.

You’ll then say farewell to Newcastle upon Tyne and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in England!