Top 7 Places to Visit in the UK
If there was ever a country where you could simply rent a car and drive off into the sunset, the UK is the place to do it. It is nearly impossible be limited to a list of seven places to visit in the UK, such is the variety of attractions from historical, artistic and adventurous right through to the picturesque and spectacular.
Nevertheless, let’s go through a quick summary of seven places you won’t want to miss when you go on a driving holiday in the UK.
- Tower Bridge. Located along at historical stretch of the Thames in the central London district, Tower Bridge is a must see for all visitors. It was the location of the trials, tribulations and execution of many a famous historical figure including such luminaries as Thomas More. You can feel the history reaching out to touch you at every turn.
- Stonehenge. Probably the most famous Druid remnant in the world, Stonehenge offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in ancient culture and eerie history. Just to wander amongst the stones, which is only allowed early each morning, will transport you back to a time still shrouded in mystery.
- Stratford upon Avon. Shakespeare’s birthplace and historical reminder of the greatness of all the world’s best playwrights. His school, his wife Anne Hathaway and many other buildings have been preserved and restored so that you can wander the streets and imagine that you might meet him around the next corner.
- Buckingham Palace. Located at the end of Pal Mail, the home of Queen Elizabeth the second is a spectacular tourist destination and thousands visit each and every day to witness the historic changing of the guard ceremony. The sense of grandeur and royalty is present with every step you take around as well guarded monument.
- Westminster Abbey. Located next to Big Ben and adjacent to the seat of government in Whitehall, the Abbey is probably one of the most visited sites in London and attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists each and every year. You will need to join a long queue to gain entry during the popular months of summer and spring, but your weight will be more than worth it as you cast your eyes around sombre chambers containing shrines to some of the most famous figures in English history.
- Bath. Located about three hours drive to the south west of London is historic Roman town contains the rules of the Roman occupation including the spectacular baths which the Romans built as a retreat and a reminder of their home country.
- Blenheim Palace. Notable most recently as the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, the famous British wartime Prime Minister, this magnificent palace was a gift from a grateful nation to Lord Wellington after his famous victory over the Spanish. The entire palace has been restored to its magnificent formal glory and each room contains relics of famous battles and incidence during Britain’s rich history.
All of these attractions are within easy drive of London, and although there are a lot more places to see in the United Kingdom, these seven are a must for any tourist. It is so simple to choose a car hire plan and then take a relaxing drive to each destination for a trip you will remember for a lifetime.
