Do you have the option of doing a 10-hour layover, 12-hour layover, or even 14-hour layover in London? If so, and you’re wondering if it’s feasible to leave Heathrow Airport to explore London on a layover, the answer is YES … with some caveats. I explored London during a long 10-hour layover so I have …
For fans of Jane Austen, visiting the Jane Austen House Museum in Chawton is the number one thing you should do while in England. It is like a pilgrimage, returning to the place where Jane Austen wrote and edited her famous books. I am a huge Jane Austen fan, so it felt incredibly special to …
Windsor Castle is a great day trip from London, and for us it turned out to be one of the best castles we visited in the United Kingdom. Windsor Castle is the castle to visit in the UK. It’s where the reigning monarchs live; it’s where the English royal family has lived for centuries; it’s …
Highclere Castle is a beautiful estate that was made famous from the popular show Downton Abbey. I’m a huge Downton Abbey fan and have watched every season multiple times, so I had to visit Highclere Castle on my first trip to London. It’s a bit out of the way for London visitors, so if you’re …
If you’re looking to take photos with the iconic Big Ben on your trip to London, I’ve got the best Big Ben photo spots for you. Seeing Big Ben in person is one of the most magical things to do in London. Now that it’s been restored, it’s shinier than ever. During my trip to …
Having afternoon tea in London is a quintessential experience. I knew I had to do it while visiting London for the first time, so I searched through dozens of options until I found the perfect one — afternoon tea in a library with views of Big Ben out the window. How magical does that sound? …
No visit to England is complete without a day trip to Cotswolds. The Cotswolds are a famously beautiful collection of villages and gardens about 80 miles west of London. It’s a more rural area, so there’s not really anything in particular to do except walk around, explore, take photos, and enjoy the pretty villages. It’s …
Oxford is a college town about an hour’s train ride from both Bath and London. The university has really taken over the town, but it is fascinating to learn about the city’s history. Many people come to Oxford on a day trip from London, but there’s enough to do to warrant staying several days. I …
Stonehenge is a must-visit tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, but it’s in the middle of nowhere, hard to reach from major cities like London or Bath. Before my visit to the United Kingdom, I researched all the possible ways to see Stonehenge, ultimately deciding to book a half-day Stonehenge from Bath tour. I was …
Two days in Bath England is the minimum you should spend in this beautiful Georgian city. I fell in love with Bath on my first visit, and I have the perfect itinerary for your first visit as well. First things first, is Bath worth an overnight stay? YES! Day Trip vs. Overnight Stay in Bath …
