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Best things to do in England
Best things to do in England

Best things to do in England

Check out the 13 Very Best Things to Do in England. From London Eye to Stonehenge, discover the Coolest and Funniest things to Do in England, the Top Attractions & Things to Do in England, your England Bucket List, and book your tours and activities today.

 

They are the 13 Things every Tourist Needs to Do in England, from a Street Food Tour to a visit of the most incredible iconic places in England.

 

Book your activities & tours today. No need to worry if you change your mind before arrival: most tours are cancellable 24 hours in advance.

 

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Best things to do in England - London eye
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1. London Eye

London

Enjoy fast-track priority access to the London Eye, one of the Top Rated Attractions in England.

 

During your stay in London you may not have the opportunity to climb to the top of the “Shard", one of the tallest buildings in Europe but you can enjoy one of the best views of London from the London Eye.

 

To make the most of every moment in London, treat yourself to a ‘skip the line ticket’ and hop straight onto the wheel, this is one of the Very Best Things to Do in  England.

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London, your transfer, hotel and tours & activities in London. 

 

Where to stay:  "CitizenM London Shoreditch". Stay in the heart of London.

  


Best things to do in England - Harry Potter Tour
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2. Magical London

Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

It is top ranked on the England Bucket List: discover all the magic of Harry Potter with a specialised guide that will take you to the most secret places in London.

 

Find out which Hogwarts house you belong in. Follow in the footsteps of your favourite heroes and discover The London Eye, Borough Market, Trafalgar Square. You can even treat yourself to a short boat trip down the River Thames.

 

Book your flights to London as well as your accommodation at the best price and your tours and activities in London. Don't waste time and book your tickets in advance (free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts).

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London, your transferaccommodation and tours.

 

Where to stay: "Georgian House Hotel". Book one of  Harry Potter’s-themed rooms.

 


Best things to do in England - Windsor Castle
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3. Windsor Castle

Windsor

Windsor Castle is one of the most beautiful castles in England and one of the royal family palaces.

 

You can get there by yourself by underground or train from Paddington Station or London Waterloo (1 hour ride + a little walk).

 

By booking your Windsor half-day tour online you will enjoy every moment of your stay in London. A visit to Windsor Castle is one of the 13 Things Every Tourists Needs to Do in England.

 

You can leave in the morning and be back in London by the end of the day for shopping or strolling along the Thames. Your entrance ticket for the castle is included in the price of the tour.

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London, your transfer, accommodation, tours and activities

 

Where to stay: "The Portobello Hotel" with a quiet location in elegant Notting Hill.

 


Best things to do in England - The Shard
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4. The Shard

London

Climb on the top of "The Shard", this is one of the Coolest and Unusual Things to do in England.

 

The Shard is 309 m high and has 72 floors. Welcome to the tallest building in Europe!

 

The Shard is a skyscraper with offices and top end luxury flats. The building can be seen from almost everywhere in London; it is located near the London Bridge, another emblem of the city of London.

 

Originally the tower was called "The London Bridge Tower" but was renamed "The Shard" as it looks like "a shard of glass through the heart of historic London".

 

Come and discover this building, experience the best things to do in London such as a visit to the London Eye (the view of the Shard is amazing!) and book your accommodation at the best price in London.

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London, your transfer, hotel, tours and activities.  

 

Where to stay:  For an exceptional view of the Shard, book your hotel room at the "Cheval Three Quays at The Tower of London" and if you want an unforgettable experience and 5-star service, book your hotel in The Shard at the "Shangri-La Hotel".

 


Best things to do in England - Tower of London
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5. Tower of London

London

Over a millennium of history awaits you at the Tower of London, one of fhe Best Things to Do in England.

 

Discover the famous crown jewels inside the Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage, but also the most amazing secrets of this place forever associated with the history of England.

 

Book your tickets online today for one of the Top Attractions and Things to Do in England, free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts.

 

100% of your entrance ticket will be deposited to a national association for the protection of monuments in England and Wales.

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London, your transfer and tours & activities in London. 

 

Where to stay: "Cheval Three Quays at the Tower of London" located next to the Tower of London, overlooking the River Thames.

 


Best things to do in England -  Tower Brige
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6. London Brigde

London

For just the price of a fish & chips, explore one of the 7 wonders of Europe, one of the most famous monuments in the world, the famous Tower Bridge.

 

Also listed as one of the most beautiful bridges in Europe, Tower Bridge offers  incredible views of London and a visit of it is should be on your England Bucket List.

 

Book your ticket online today and take advantage of an exclusive tour of the engine rooms; those engines make the bridge open in two parts.

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London as well as your accommodation, transfer and activities at the best price.

 

Where to stay:  "The Z Hotel Piccadily" in the heart of London.

 


Best things to do in England -  Stonehenge
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7. Stonehenge

Afternoon tour from London

A visit to Stonehenge is one of the Coolest and Unsual Things to Do in England.

 

You can get to Stonehenge by yourself: it requires some organization though but it is quite possible by booking your flights to Bournemouth (1 hour by car - 3 hours by public transport) or booking your flights to Heathrow (2 hours by car - 4 hours by public transport).

 

You can also avail of a trip to London to treat yourself to an unforgettable visit of Stonehenge for less than the cost of a train ticket. Your will get an audio guide to visit at your own pace and discover the secrets of this incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site ranked among the Best Things Every Tourists Needs to Do in England.

 

How to get there:  Book your flights to London (2 hours by car - 4 hours by public transport) or book your tour from London as well as your accommodation at the best price.

 

Where to stay:  "CitizenM London Shoreditch". Stay in the heart of London. 

 


England Best things to do - London Food Tour
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8. London Food Tour

Explore Borough Market, London's oldest and most popular market, this is one of the Best Things to Do in England.

 

During your tour you will taste culinary specialties that you can only find in London.

 

Meet the producers and learn how their products are made. Tastings are included in your tour. This is really one of the Coolest Things to do in England.

 

How to get there:  Book your flights to London as well as your accommodation at the best price and the best tours in London.

 

Where to stay:  "CitizenM Tower of London" offering views on the river Thames. 

 


Best things to do in England - Bath tour
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9. Bath Full Day Tour

From London

A Visit to Bath is on the Top of your England Bucket List. Bath is one of the best destinations to visit in England if you want to get off the beaten track and see something other than London or Manchester during your stay in England. 

 

You will discover the mysteries of Stonehenge, visit the Roman Baths and the museum, take delicious afternoon tea at the Pump Rooms and have time to explore Bath at your own pace.

 

How to get there: You can book flights to Bristol and reach Bath in 30 minutes by car (50 minutes by train). You can also book your flights to London and enjoy a day trip to Bath & Stonehenge from London for the price of a train ticket.  

 

Where to stay: "Mama Shelter London" is a modern hotel with sylish rooms. 

 


Best things to do in England - Beatles tour
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10. Beatles Tour

London

Your private London taxi will take you to some of the Beatles’ favourite places in London. Discover more than 30 places related to the history of this legendary band, this is one of the Coolest and Unusual Things to Do in England.

 

You will enjoy plenty of sing-along during the whole tour as your taxi always travels with the Beatles’ greatest hits.

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London, your transferhotel and tours & activities in London. 

 

Where to stay: "CitizenM London Shoreditch". Stay in the heart of London.

 


Best things to do in England - Cotswolds
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11. The Cotswold

Day-trip from London

The Cotswolds is one of the hidden gems of England and a visit of it is among the Best Things to Do in England

 

Take one day to discover the beauties of the English countryside and escape in the charming alleys of the beautiful towns and villages of the Cotswolds.

 

The tour costs less than a train ticket and the mini-van that will take you from London to the Cotswolds has air-conditioning. It's a great way to discover more by spending less.

 

How to get there: Book your flights to London, your transferhotel and tours & activities. 

 

Where to stay:  "Mama Shelter London" is a modern hotel with sylish rooms. 

 


England Best things to do - Cruise on the Thames - Copyright Lolostock - European Best Destinations
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12. Have a Cruise on the Thames

London

Whether you are passionate about fashion, history, music, architecture, nature or shopping, you will find happiness in London. Have you ever been there? London moves constantly, constantly innovating; the city you visited 2 years ago no longer exists and has become even more amazing, even more attractive.

 

One of the Best Things to do in England is an hour-and-a-half cruise on the Thames. You will enjoy a sumptuous meal and finish with tea, the national drink, while observing an incredible city that fascinates millions of travellers each year. 

 

How to get there:  Book your airline ticket and accommodation at the best price in London as well as your tours in London.

 

Where to stay:  "The Portobello Hotel" with a quiet location in Notting Hill. 

 


Best things to do in England - Bath Christmas Market
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13. Bath Christmas Market Tour

Bath

Regularly voted amongst the Best Christmas Markets in the United Kingdom, the 18-day Christmas shopping extravaganza is the biggest Christmas Shopping event in the South West and one of the Top Attractions and Things to Do in England

 

It consists of more than 170 beautifully decorated wooden chalets in the heart of Bath’s World Heritage Site. 

 

Products include handmade Christmas decorations, personalised gifts, hand-made toys, festive food and drink, local artwork and designer jewellery to name but a few.

 

Book your flights to Bath, your accommodation at the best price and your tours and activities in Bath such as a day trip to Stonehenge and Roman Baths. 

 

How to get there: Book your flights to Bristol (50 min by car), Southampton (1h30) or London Heathrow (2h).

 

Where to stay: "Z Hotel Bath". Located in our guest’s favourite part of Bath

 


 

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