Looking to plan your trip to the UK? This page covers the best places to visit, our detailed travel itineraries and personal tips from us. We travel a lot in our home country, and this is our passion project to help you travel better.
UK TRAVEL GUIDES
The UK is a land of contrasts, where ancient history meets modern innovation, and we absolutely love exploring it.
From the dramatic landscapes of Scotland to the rolling green hills of the Cotswolds, from the bustling streets of London to quiet fishing villages, the UK offers an incredible diversity of experiences within its relatively compact borders.
As London-based travel bloggers, we’ve explored extensively across the UK, and this page brings together all our British guides so you can get the most out of your trip to the United Kingdom.
START HERE: OVERVIEWS & ITINERARIES
If you are visiting from abroad, you might want to start with our comprehensive guide to the best places to visit in the UK and our guide about what to see in England.
These will give you an overview of some of the top places we recommend visiting.
We have also developed several itineraries to help you get started with your planning:
- 7-day England itinerary (by train)
- 10-day England itinerary (by train)
- 4-day London itinerary
- London Christmas itinerary
WHAT TYPE OF UK TRIP ARE YOU PLANNING?
One of the things we love about the UK is the sheer diversity of experiences. Here are a few suggestions for the different types of vacations you can plan in the UK.
HISTORY & CULTURE
Britain’s history is complex, with layers of Roman, Anglo-Saxon, Norman, and Celtic influences creating a fascinating cultural landscape.
We have covered some exceptional places to visit if you’re interested in history and culture:
- Hadrian’s Wall walk
- Historic places to visit in the Scottish Highlands
- Things to do in Oxford
- What to do in Bath
- York day trip from London
- How to visit Canterbury
HIKING IN THE UK
The UK’s countryside is absolutely stunning, and we’re passionate about getting outdoors to explore it. For us, the highlight is the Lake District, which has some of the best hiking in the country.
Here are some of our regional hiking guides for the UK, each containing detailed maps, route instructions, and practical tips:
- Best hikes in Dorset
- Our favourite walks near London
- Best DIY walks in London
- Best walks in the Lake District
- Pembrokeshire Coastal Path walks
- Northumberland Coastal hikes
- Beautiful walks in the Cotswolds
- Brecon Beacons waterfall walks
CITY BREAKS
British cities are treasure troves of history, culture, and character. Each has its own distinct personality, from London’s world-class museums and royal heritage to York’s medieval charm and Bath’s Georgian elegance.
Here are our picks of the best city breaks for international visitors to get a diverse taste of the UK.
- St Ives Cornwall
- Our guide to London
- Brighton day trip
- Oxford day trip
- Cambridge day trip
- Our guide to Rye
- Seaside break in Whitstable
- What to do in Hay-on-Wye
GETTING OFF THE GRID
With rugged landscapes, rolling green hills, iconic coastlines and mountain regions, the UK has plenty of opportunities for getting away from it all. Here are some of our favourite destinations to feel the remote isolation that the country can offer.
- Pedn Vounder, Cornwall
- The remote and beautiful Swaledale
- Our guide to Assynt, Scotland
- Visiting the Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Our guide to Glencoe, Scotland
- Our multi-day hike in the Lake District
WHERE TO GO IN THE UK?
The UK might be small, but it packs an incredible amount of diversity into its borders. There are many different places you could visit on your trip; here are some of the highlights we recommend:
1. LONDON
As long-time London residents, we know this city inside and out. London is a place where you can spend weeks exploring and still discover something new every day. Here are some guides to help get you started:
Find all our guides on our dedicated London travel page.
2. LAKE DISTRICT
England’s largest national park and our favourite area in the country is a paradise for hikers. The dramatic fells, pristine lakes, and charming villages have inspired poets and artists for centuries.
Here are some guides to help you plan your trip. We have many more guides on our England travel page.
- How to visit the Lake District by public transport
- The best hikes in the Lake District
- Our tailored multi-day hike in the Lake District
3. OXFORD & THE COTSWOLDS
The Cotswolds represent quintessential English countryside at its finest. Honey-coloured stone villages, rolling hills, cosy pubs, and gentle walks make this one of England’s most beloved regions.
Located within easy reach of London, the Cotswolds is a popular destination for international guests to get a feel for England of yesteryear.
4. SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
Scotland’s wild landscapes, ancient castles, and proud culture make it feel like a different country entirely. It’s a wonderful place to visit with experiences you can’t find anywhere else in the country.
You can find more guides on our dedicated Scotland page.
5. PEMBROKESHIRE, WALES
Pembrokeshire in Wales has one of the most beautiful coastlines we’ve ever seen. There’s plenty of scenic hiking, a thriving food scene, historic ruins and unique wildlife opportunities. After the Lake District, this is one part of the country we highly recommend people visit.
We have more guides on our Wales page, but here are some to help you plan for Pembrokeshire.
