Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, housed in a majestic Edwardian baroque building, dazzles with its eclectic treasures. Visitors can explore 19 dynamic galleries brimming with ancient mummies, European and Asian art, and stories of human ingenuity and the natural world. From Egyptian artifacts to dinosaurs, gemstones, and contemporary art—including local legend Banksy—every corner sparks curiosity and wonder for all ages.
The small Isle of Harris settlement of Luskentyre is home to a beach that has been rated not only among Scotland’s best but also as one of the best beaches in the world. With its dazzling white sand and aquamarine water, you’d be forgiven for mistaking Luskentyre Beach for a tropical island rather than the Outer Hebrides.
On the banks of the River Thames in London’s leafy Richmond, Ham House is a grand mansion with interiors that have been left largely unchanged for the last 400 years. Known for its impressive collection of artwork, furniture, and textiles, the house is a unique example of a meticulously well-preserved 17th-century Stuart mansion. It’s also said to be one of Britain’s most haunted houses.
Perched on top of Bristol’s Brandon Hill, Cabot Tower is a red-brick structure that dates back to 1897, when it was built to commemorate John Cabot’s historic voyage from Bristol to North America 400 years earlier. Located in the city’s oldest park, visitors can climb the tower's steps for panoramic views of Bristol and the Harbourside area. It's also the perfect setting to relax and have a picnic.
At the heart of Dartmoor National Park, Wistman’s Wood is among the most pristine and ancient forests left in England. With its twisted oak trees climbing with lichen, giant moss-blanketed boulders, and a backdrop of heather-dappled moors, this enchanting landscape is a favorite among hikers and naturalists.
One of the major theaters in London’s West End, the Palace Theatre has been welcoming visitors since 1891. Originally the Royal English Opera House, the theater has expanded its repertoire over time and hosted many notable plays and musicals, including Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Spamalot. Most recently, it’s been known for being home to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Once hailed by artist John Constable as “the grandest view in the world”, Devil’s Dyke offers more than just stunning panoramas. As England’s longest, deepest, and widest dry valley, its history is as intriguing as its vistas: Scientists attribute its creation to the last ice age, and its nearby sights include the remnants of an Iron Age hill fort and an abandoned Victorian funfair.
Opened by Princess Victoria in 1830, Royal Victoria Park is the largest public park in Bath. Centrally located, this expansive green space boasts numerous amenities, including a bandstand, botanical garden, large playground, and mini golf. Regular events make it a local and visitor favorite for outdoor relaxation and recreation.
The Museum of Bath at Work reveals 2,000 years of Bath’s working history. Housed in a former industrial site, it showcases reconstructed workplaces and workshops, from furniture-making to ironmongery and Victorian engineering work. Visitors can see detailed exhibits and watch demonstrations on 19th-century soft drink manufacturing and bottling, offering a glimpse into the city’s diverse industrial past.
You’ll feel like you’re touching the sky at Pen-y-Fan, the flat-topped peak home to the best-known hike in the Brecon Beacons. At around 2,907 feet (886 meters), the national park’s highest point attracts walkers ascending to the summit via challenging circular routes. Those who scale it in good weather are rewarded with dramatic views that sweep the River Usk valley.
Situated in the Digbeth neighborhood of Birmingham, the Custard Factory is a creative space hosting a mix of offices, cafés, shops, and restaurants. It gets its name because Bird's Custard—a classic British custard mix that’s been around since the 1800s—was once produced here.
Merlin's Cave, beneath the cliffs of Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, is steeped in Arthurian legend. Believed to have been the secret retreat of Merlin the wizard, its allure lies in its mystical history. Accessible only at low tide, it's a captivating spot where folklore meets reality, drawing visitors into King Arthur's realm and the spectacular geology of the area.
Built in the late 1880s and expanded several times between 1900 and 1922, the Harland & Wolff Drawing Offices were where the plans for the RMSTitanic and numerous other White Star Line ships were drawn up. Though the offices are now occupied by the Titanic Hotel, key heritage rooms have been preserved.
Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre is a performing arts venue and charitable trust that produces a range of musical theater, drama, and community workshops. Much of Coventry was destroyed during World War II, and the theatre was built in the 1950s, during the city’s reconstruction. It’s a Grade II Listed Building, so it’s worth passing even if you can’t catch a show.
The Cross Bath is the ideal place for relaxing and unwinding. A site steeped in history, this ancient bathhouse dates back to the 18th century and has been restored over the years to preserve its architecture. Visitors come here for an open-air bathing experience with private hire possibilities—the perfect peaceful retreat away from the city's attractions.
The fascinating Beaney House of Art and Knowledge is a one-stop cultural shop in the heart of Canterbury. It’s a visitor center, library, workshop space, museum, and art gallery. The Beaney has won awards for its family friendliness, too. Whatever your interests and whoever you’re traveling with, the Beaney should be on your agenda.
Once part of the main A55 roadway, the Conwy Suspension Bridge was one of the first road suspension bridges in the world. It is now closed to cars, but is open to pedestrians and cyclists. Designed to mimic the look of Conwy Castle (Castell Conwy), its towers and archways were built in a medieval gothic style. From the neighboring castle, you can see stunning views of the bridge.
Sandbanks Beach is one of the best spots for kitesurfing in the UK, but there are plenty of other things to do at this family-friendly locale. With its golden stretch of sand, it’s a great place for sunbathing, building sand castles, and swimming in the crystal water, as well as kayaking, paddleboarding, and other sports.
Nestled in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Hardraw Force Waterfall is often said to be England’s highest single-drop waterfall, coming in at around 100 feet (30 meters) high. It’s a beautiful sight within a natural amphitheater, and the short walk there is made all the more worthwhile as one of the access paths takes you through the grounds of the Green Dragon Inn.
Found along the string of picturesque fishing villages that make up the East Neuk of Fife, Crail Harbour is celebrated for its idyllic setting, surrounded by 17th-century whitewashed cottages with red-tiled roofs. Sheltered by cliffs, the compact harbor is a charming spot for a stroll along the cobblestone streets, past colorful fishing boats and piles of lobster pots.
Though this theater was built in the 1970s, the site where it stands has centuries of performance history: In the 18th century, it was a song-filled tavern known as the Mogul Saloon. Today, the Gillian Lynne Theatre (formerly called the New London) is known for hit plays and musicals like War Horse and School of Rock, as well as having been the home of Andrew Llyod Webber’s Cats for over 20 years.
The tiny residential community of Footdee—or “Fittie” as it is pronounced locally—offers a peek into Scotland’s maritime heritage. The former fishing village still displays its historic character, with narrow cobblestone streets lined with stone cottages, which face inward, backing the North Sea, for protection from storms.
Located in the East London district of Poplar, Billingsgate Market is famous for being the UK’s largest inland fish market, selling more than 27,000 tons (25,000 tonnes) of fish each year. While it primarily serves trade, the market is open to the public—expect wet floors, loud banter, and fast-paced selling. With nearly 100 stalls, 30 shops, and two cafés, it’s a vital wholesale hub for London’s fishmongers and restaurateurs.
The Circus is one of Bath’s most recognizable landmarks, consisting of a ring of Georgian townhouses that were completed in 1768. Once the most sought-after address for Bath’s high society, and home to a number of notable and famous figures throughout the years, the houses are all private property, but sightseers still stop by to take in the impressive architecture, designed by John Wood the Elder.
Russell Square is a leafy park towered over by centuries-old plane trees in the heart of Bloomsbury, one of London’s most celebrated academic districts. It's the ideal place to escape the bustle of central London and is flanked by the grandiose Kimpton Fitzroy, a 5-star Victorian Gothic hotel built on the site of Emmeline Pankhurst's former home.
Located just north of the small town of Linlithgow in West Lothian, Linlithgow Loch is the largest natural freshwater loch in the region. Outdoor sports enthusiasts find plenty to do here: trout-fishing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, and more. The most famous attraction, however, is Linlithgow Palace, perched on the loch’s north shore.
The Adelphi Theatre hosts theatrical shows, concerts, and plays throughout the year, attracting Londoners and visitors alike. While the theater’s site dates back to the early 19th century, today’s Adelphi Theater was constructed in the 1930s. Hit shows and popular past productions include Sunset Boulevard, The Lion King, Les Misérables, and Evita—written by the theater’s current co-owner, British theatrical producer Andrew Lloyd Webber.
One of Bath’s most popular parks, the riverside Parade Gardens are located in the heart of the city, steps from Pulteney Bridge, Bath Abbey, and the Roman Baths. First laid out in the 18th century, and now a Grade II-listed landmark, the gardens are celebrated for their floral displays, bandstand, memorials, and summer programming.
Middleham Castle dates back to the 12th century, when it was built by Lord Robert Fitzrandolph. For many years it was home to the aristocratic Neville family, but it is most famous as the childhood home of King Richard III. The castle remained in royal hands until the 17th century, when it began to fall into ruin.
Few places offer such intimate insight into the York chocolate industry as Goddards House and Garden, once home to the family behind the Terry’s confectionery company. Nowadays, Goddards pays homage to York’s chocolate past, as well as life in the 1930s. Don’t forget to stop by the on-site café for some chocolate orange cake and coffee.
