Top England Outdoor Activities

Explore beyond London without renting a car or navigating unfamiliar roads on this full-day coach tour to three of Britain’s historic and culturally important destinations. Visit Windsor Castle to see the State Apartments and St. George's Chapel, continue to the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge, and finish in Bath, famed for its Georgian architecture and the Roman Baths.

Discover a unique perspective on London’s landmarks—and enjoy a relaxing way to explore—on this Thames River boat tour one-way ticket. Enjoy the flexibility to board and disembark when you want from four convenient piers. Take in the views from the upper decks or relax within the cozy indoor salons, and learn more from live English commentary or GPS recorded commentary available in multiple languages via the City Cruises app.

Discover the sights and history of London at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off cruise of the River Thames. With your 24-hour pass, enjoy unobstructed views of the city’s main riverside attractions away from the crowds on land. Disembark at the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament—or whichever attraction catches your attention—from within an all-weather vessel, which lets you sail regardless of rain.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of World War II and delve into the life and work of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill on this walking tour of London. Descend to the Churchill War Rooms and enrich your knowledge of British history with commentary that covers little-known facts. Plus, see iconic London sights such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben without having to worry about navigating the busy streets alone.

Enjoy the Tower of London and make the most of your entry ticket on a tour of this dark and infamous complex with a Beefeater. View the remarkable Crown Jewels and visit the White Tower, Traitors’ Gate, and Tower Green, where Anne Boleyn was beheaded. Follow a Beefeater guard on a walk to learn insider stories about this remarkable, UNESCO World Heritage Site that habors almost 1,000 years of history. Thames River Cruise Sightseeing Tour:, While aboard, listen to live commentary from your captain about the riverfront landmarks you pass and London's rich history; you'll admire everything from St. Paul's Cathedral, the Houses of Parliament, and the Tower of London to the London Eye, Tower Bridge, and Big Ben. And with frequent departures, you can easily fit this excursion in among your busy sightseeing schedule.

Explore London quickly and efficiently, without the hassle of public transportation, by opting for a cycling tour that takes you past many of the city’s top attractions. Ideal for first-time visitors who enjoy biking, this small-group tour rides by major destinations including Kensington Palace, Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, and more. Stop for photo ops and listen to commentary from your guide along the way.

Test your mettle—and enjoy unparalleled views of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium—when you take part in the Dare Skywalk experience. After a safety briefing, get suited up and climb your way up to the stadium’s top tier—154 feet (47 meters) above street level. Put your bravery to the test on the glass walkway, reaching the iconic golden cockerel.

London's landmarks are spread out and often mean separate tickets and queues for each. This small-group tour pairs two of them, walking you through Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament, with a guide who covers Britain's royal and political history. See the Gothic architecture up close, and choose to enter one monument while viewing the other from outside—or upgrade to go inside both.

Booking separate tickets for each London attraction takes time and planning. The London Explorer Pass covers admission to between two and seven attractions, depending on the package you choose. Pick where to use your credits from a list of more than 75 attractions across the city, and plan your sightseeing around the ones that interest you most.

Guarantee your entry before you arrive at the London Zoo by pre-booking your tickets. This major conservation zoo and tourist attraction has enough habitats and activities to keep you—and your kids—engaged for hours. Once you head inside, you can explore its highlights all at your own pace, and visit the animals that interest you most.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure—and enjoy a different kind of London sightseeing experience—on a high-speed rigid inflatable boat (RIB) tour along the River Thames. Departing from either Embankment or Westminster, spot many iconic riverside monuments, and listen to commentary from a guide over the speaker system. Then, get ready for high-speed thrills as your guide puts the pedal to the metal.

The University City of Oxford and the idyllic countryside of the Cotswolds are two of the most popular day trips from London, but exploring these quaint locations with a big group can feel overwhelming. This small-group tour ensures that you don't miss any of the most important sites, while giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Windsor, Stonehenge, and Oxford sit in different directions from London, so seeing all three in a day means a lot of driving and timing to work out on your own. Ride between them with the route handled instead, touring Windsor Castle by audio guide, walking up to the Stonehenge circle, and following a guide through Oxford's historic university buildings on a walking tour lasting about 1 hour 15 minutes.

The Warner. Bros Studio, where the “Harry Potter™” movies were made, can be a challenge to reach. This full-day self-guided excursion makes getting there easy, with round-trip coach transportation from central London. Explore the details behind the magical movies, including film sets, props, costumes, and special effects. Stand in the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, see Dumbledore’s office, and more.

Avoid the hassle of self-driving and maximize your vacation time on this full-day tour from London, which kicks off with a tour of Leeds Castle. Next, explore the medieval city of Canterbury, famous for the grand Canterbury Cathedral. After admiring the White Cliffs of Dover en route to the Battle of Britain Memorial, discover more of Britain’s maritime history in Greenwich. Finish the day with a Thames cruise.

London’s top sights don’t come cheap. But you can save almost 50% on the cost of admission when you buy The London Pass®, a digital package that gives you free entry to more than 100 of London’s top attractions. Enjoy sights such as Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, the Tower of London, and the original Madame Tussauds, with a handy app (or PDF guide) to help you plan your trip.

Trade the hustle and bustle of London for the rural beauty of the Cotswolds on this full-day trip, which includes a 2-course pub lunch (if option selected). As you travel to the Cotswolds in an air-conditioned coach, drink in views of the enchanting English countryside. Enjoy free time to stroll around picture-perfect villages such as Burford, Bibury, and Stow-on-the-Wold, and learn more about their rich history along the way.

Visiting Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick Castle in one day is impossible on public transport, but this tour covers the route with hassle-free, round-trip coach travel. Visit Warwick Castle before heading over to Stratford-upon-Avon, William Shakespeare's birthplace. Then drive through the Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, to Oxford, where you explore the university’s buildings on a walking tour before returning to London.

Trying to get from attraction to attraction in London can take hours and eat up valuable vacation time. Save your energy by traveling on board an air-conditioned coach, checking off top sights such as Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey. Enjoy a guided tour of St. Paul's Cathedral, and see another angle of the city with an included ticket for a Thames sightseeing cruise.

Experience a wealth of England’s rural and historic treasures, plus the fictional "Downton Abbey" village, on this hassle-free full-day trip from London. With round-trip coach transport, visit the splendid Blenheim Palace, the UNESCO-protected country house where Sir Winston Churchill was born—opt to include admission tickets when you book. Additionally, visit the Cotswolds and the pretty village of Bampton, home to multiple "Downton Abbey" filming locations.

Immerse yourself in the magic of the season—and see more in less time—on an evening bike tour of London’s most spectacular Christmas lights. Pedal through the city’s major shopping districts and take in the dazzling decorations of Oxford Street, the glitz of Harrods' Christmas windows, and more. Then, finish at the South Bank Christmas Market for a festive shopping opportunity.

Sightseeing along the Thames usually means a slow cruise, and covering a stretch of the river quickly isn't something you can do on your own. Board a small-group RIB (rigid inflatable boat) with a guide instead, reaching speeds of up to 35 miles per hour (56 kilometers per hour) as you go. The landmarks pass by along the banks, seen from the water rather than the usual riverside path.

Journey to England’s southeast coast on this full-day group tour of Dover and Canterbury, and escape the hustle and bustle of London. Admire the scenic Kent countryside on your way to the famous White Cliffs of Dover and enjoy free time to explore the medieval Dover Castle, war tunnels, Royal Court of Henry II, and more. After lunch, head to Canterbury to visit the UNESCO-listed Canterbury Cathedral, where you can explore even more.

Crossing London by Underground means crowds and no view of the city you came to see. This combo pass swaps that for the river and the sky: a hop-on hop-off Uber Boat by Thames Clippers ticket along the Thames, passing landmarks such as the London Eye and Tower Bridge, plus a ride on the IFS Cloud Cable Car over the skyline. Both run on full-day passes, so you set your own route.