23 days in United Kingdom Itinerary

Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): examine the collection at The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, then explore the world behind art at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and then walk around Kelvingrove Park.

To find photos, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Glasgow trip itinerary planner.

Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Glasgow. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in April, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to go by car to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat make great kid-friendly stops. There's lots more to do: get a new perspective on nature at National Museum of Scotland, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, contemplate the long history of The Real Mary King's Close, and take in panoramic vistas at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, go to the Edinburgh route maker.

Traveling by car from Glasgow to Edinburgh takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. April in Edinburgh sees daily highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to fly to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Bourton-on-the-Water is a village and civil parish in Gloucestershire, England that lies on a wide flat vale within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Attractions like Cotswold Falconry Centre and Cotswold Motoring Museum make great kid-friendly stops. Venture out of the city with trips to Cirencester (Corn Hall & Arcade & Corinium Museum). There's still lots to do: get to know the resident critters at Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, stop by Town Centre, take in panoramic vistas at Broadway Tower, and pause for some serene contemplation at The Parish Church of St. Mary.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Bourton-on-the-Water trip planner.

You can fly from Edinburgh to Bourton-on-the-Water in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus. April in Bourton-on-the-Water sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can drive to Bath.

A World Heritage Site, Bath has been one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations since the Roman era.

Kids will appreciate attractions like The Roman Baths and Walks With Hawks. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bath: Gloucester (St. Nicholas' Church, Gloucester Cathedral, &more), St John the Evangelist Church, Slimbridge, Glos (in Slimbridge) and Wells (West Front, Wells Cathedral, &more). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bath Abbey, don't miss a visit to Uley Long Barrow, explore the world behind art at Holburne Museum, and admire the landmark architecture of The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa.

To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Bath tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Bourton-on-the-Water to Bath takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to catch the train to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

Attractions like Coca-Cola London Eye and St. Paul's Cathedral make great kid-friendly stops. The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, don't miss a visit to Buckingham Palace, take in the views from Tower Bridge, and admire the striking features of Tower of London.

To find where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the London tour itinerary planning website.

Getting from Bath to London by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in London can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a train to York.

Situated on the confluence of the rivers Ouse and Foss, York has witnessed an abundance of major political events throughout its two millennia of existence.

Kids will enjoy Stanage Edge and National Railway Museum. Take a break from York with a short trip to Holly Hagg Community Farm in Sheffield, about 1h 20 min away. There's much more to do: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, explore the ancient world of York City Walls, admire the striking features of York Minster, and see the interesting displays at York Castle Museum.

For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read our York tour itinerary maker site.

You can take a train from London to York in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of flight and train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to go by car to Cockermouth.

Cockermouth is an ancient market town and civil parish in the Borough of Allerdale in Cumbria, England, so named because it is at the confluence of the River Cocker as it flows into the River Derwent. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): see the interesting displays at J.B.Banks and Son Ltd, then see the interesting displays at Derwent Pencil Museum, then let the kids burn off some steam at Center Parcs - Whinfell Forest, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Aira Force Waterfall. On your second day here, explore the activities along Derwentwater, then get great views at Walla Crag, then buy something for everyone on your list at Alexandra's of Keswick, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Alpacaly Ever After.

To see ratings, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Cockermouth online day trip planner.

Getting from York to Cockermouth by car takes about 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 12°C in April, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.