15 INCREDIBLE Day Trips from London (that are totally worth the $$!)

15 INCREDIBLE Day Trips from London

White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)

Spend the day exploring Kent with a live tour guide on which you will enjoy looking out at the coastal views on a walk over the White Cliffs of Dover, followed by a walking tour of the historic city of Canterbury, including a visit to the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral.

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Oxford and the Cotswolds

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)

Escape London and head to the countryside for a day traveling around some of the most beautiful areas in England. Your guide will take you on a tour of Oxford, home to the world’s oldest university, followed by visits to some traditional Cotswolds villages, famous for their chocolate box cottages.

Stonehenge and Bath

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)

London to Stonehenge is just a short 2-hour drive and on this day trip from London, you can be sure you will enjoy a day out to remember. Head West for a visit to the UNESCO world heritage sites of Stonehenge (the mystical stone circle) at Salisbury Plain, followed by a leisurely exploration of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, where you can tour the sites, including Bath Abbey, the Roman Baths and the Jane Austen Visitor Centre.

This Stonehenge and Bath day trip is simply outstanding and the views definitely inspired some of these quotes about London!

Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)

While we all know that Platform 9 3/4 is can be visited for free at Kings Cross Station (right next to St Pancras). Potterheads will need to hop on a coach from Victoria Station to really get to the heart of the magical world of Harry Potter. On the Harry Potter Studio Tour London you will get the chance to see some of the original sets, props, and costumes. And with the potential to ride a broomstick and walk down Diagon Alley, it’s a must for any Harry Potter fan.

Luxury Paris Day Trip

RATED: ★★★★ (4/5)

Who says you have to say in England when planning a day trip from London? On this Luxury smallgroup day trip, you will travel first class on the Eurostar to Paris where you will enjoy visiting some top attractions including a guided tour of the Louvre. You will also enjoy a river cruise along the Seine followed and a delicious champagne lunch up the Eiffel Tower. (It’s one of the most unique experiences you could have on a day trip from another country!)

Downton Abbey Tour

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.4/5)

The ultimate day out for all Downton Abbey fans, hop on a luxury coach from London for a visit to Bampton AKA Downton village where you will enjoy a tasty lunch. Follow this with a guided tour of Highclere Castle in Basildon Park (a UK National Trust site), home to the Grantham family on Downton.

(Southern) England in One Day Tour

RATED: ★★★★ (4/5)

A trip for anyone wanting to experience England in a day as part of your trip to London. Enjoy visiting sites including Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon, hosted by a professional tour guide, onboard a luxury coach with a glass of sparkling wine and scones to top off your day.

Seven Sisters and South Downs

RATED: ★★★★★(4.9/5)

Head down to Brighton from where you will start your journey exploring the South Downs with a visit to wander the stunning Seven Sisters Cliff Walk, along with taking in the views from Devil’s Dyke and the Neolithic carving at Longman of Wilmington. And if you love that part of the UK, be sure to think about adding the Isle of White to your UK itinerary.

Windsor Castle Express Tour by Train

RATED: ★★★★★(4.8/5)

Experience the royal town of Windsor with a guided tour of the historic Windsor Castle, home to Her Majesty the Queen. In a small group of up to 15 people, you will enjoy the chance to stroll through the castles staterooms and step inside St. George’s Chapel, where the Duke & Duchess of Sussex were recently wed.

Lake District Tour

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.3/5)

Hop on the train at Euston Station with your guided tour for a trip north to the scenic Lake District, where you will be left feeling inspired with the views on a lake cruise, followed by a visit to the medieval village of Hawkshead, a tour of the home of Beatrix Potter and a delicious cream tea at the charming Lindeth Howe Country Hotel.

Cambridge Day Tour from London

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.7/5)

Home to the world-renowned Cambridge University, travel by luxury coach to the city with your tour guide for a tour of all the major sights including the historic University colleges, or if you fancy it, hire a punt and enjoy a trip along the River Cam.

The Beatles and Liverpool Rail Day Trip

RATED: ★★★★(4/5)

An unforgettable experience to discover the hometown of The Beatles. Catch the train from London to Liverpool and enjoy the day exploring the city, along with entry to the Beatles Story and a two-hour mystery tour of Beatle-related sites.

Edinburgh Rail Day Trip

RATED: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)

Head across the border into Scotland on this full-day return trip to Edinburgh. On this independent trip, you will start by enjoying your train ride through the English countryside followed by plenty of time to explore the historic city of Edinburgh. Tour the city on an open-top bus, visit Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and more!

Midsummer Murder Tour from London

RATED: ★★★★★ (5/5)

Spend the day with a tour guide exploring some of the villages across Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire that have been seen on the screen of one of Britain’s most popular and longest-running TV shows, Midsummer Murders.

Glastonbury and Cheddar Gorge

RATED: ★★★★★ (5/5)

A cultural day out in Somerset where you will visit the unique town of Glastonbury, home to Glastonbury Abbey and Glastonbury Tor. Carry on to the spectacular Cheddar Gorge where you can take in the amazing views of the English countryside and head underground to explore the ancient caves.

Mini Day Trips In (& Around) London

 
For those of you that don’t want to stray too far from the city center, there are plenty of ‘mini’ day trips that you can do in and around central London including:

• Admire the beauty and serenity of St Paul’s Cathedral
• Need a rainy day activity, don’t forget the family favorite wax museum at Madame Tussauds
• Dine on a delectable Afternoon Tea at these famous London restaurants: The Ritz, The English Tea Room or Claridge’s.
• Cruise down the River Thames on one of the many Boat Tours available.
• Grab some discount theatre tickets in Leicester Square and treat yourself to a show in the West End.
• Stock up on local produce at the Farmers markets at Marylebone, Blackheath, Greenwich or Parliament Hill.
• Work some of those afternoon calories off with one of London’s favorite outdoor activities on one of the various biking tours offered around the city of London
• Hand out in one of the many green spaces and public parks within central London.
• Take a peek at old-world justice at the Tower of London
• See London from above with a revolution on the London Eye or sipping a cocktail at Sky Garden.