37 days in United Kingdom Itinerary

Created using Inspirock United Kingdom vacation maker
©
Make it your trip
Train
1
Coventry
— 3 nights
Drive
2
Bristol
— 5 nights
Drive
3
Cardiff
— 2 nights
Drive
4
Swansea
— 2 nights
Fly
5
Glasgow
— 2 nights
Drive
6
Edinburgh
— 5 nights
Drive
7
Inverness
— 3 nights
Fly
8
Blackpool
— 4 nights
Drive
9
Liverpool
— 4 nights
Drive
10
Llandudno
— 3 nights
Drive
11
Milton Keynes
— 2 nights
Drive
12
Ilford
— 1 night
Drive

S M T W T F S
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2

Coventry — 3 nights

Coventry is a city and metropolitan borough in the West Midlands, England.Historically part of Warwickshire, Coventry is the 9th largest city in England and the 12th largest in the United Kingdom. Get out of town with these interesting Coventry side-trips: Cotswolds Distillery (in Stourton), Broadway (Broadway Tower & Cotswold Lavender) and Cotswold Falconry Centre (in Moreton-in-Marsh). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Hidcote Manor Garden, steep yourself in history at Shakespeare's Birthplace, step into the grandiose world of Warwick Castle, and examine the collection at Cotswold Motoring Museum.

Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Coventry trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.

London to Coventry is an approximately 2-hour train ride. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can go by car to Bristol.
more
Historic Sites · Parks · Zoos & Aquariums · Museums
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jul 25 — 28:

Bristol — 5 nights

Bristol is famous for its Georgian and Victorian architecture, street art, underground music, maritime history, and the world-famous Clifton Suspension Bridge.
You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bristol: Bath (Bath Abbey, The Roman Baths, &more), Salisbury (Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, &more) and Wilton House (in Wilton). There's still lots to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Walks With Hawks, admire the striking features of Chavenage House, take in nature's colorful creations at Highgrove Gardens, and examine the collection at Brunel's SS Great Britain.

To find maps, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Bristol trip planner.

Getting from Coventry to Bristol by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to drive to Cardiff.
more
Historic Sites · Museums · Parks · Wildlife
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jul 28 — Aug 2:

Cardiff — 2 nights

City of Castles

The capital of Wales, Cardiff is a very green city indeed, boasting more green space per person than any other place in the country.
Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): examine the collection at St Fagans National Museum of History, contemplate the long history of Big Pit National Coal Museum, and then don't miss a visit to Shree Swaminarayan Temple Cardiff. On the next day, see what you can catch with Burton Springs Fishing and Holidays, then take in the waterfront at Cardiff Bay Wales, and then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

To see more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Cardiff day trip planning site.

Drive from Bristol to Cardiff in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Cardiff can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Swansea.
more
Museums · Wildlife · Historic Sites · Outdoors
Side Trips
Find places to stay Aug 2 — 4:

Swansea — 2 nights

Swansea, officially known as the City and County of Swansea, is a coastal city and county in Wales. Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): view the masterpieces at Gower Gallery, then take in the dramatic natural features at Gower Peninsula, and then explore the striking landscape at Worm's Head. On the 6th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at The British Bird of Prey Centre.

To see photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read Swansea road trip planning website.

You can drive from Cardiff to Swansea in an hour. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. August in Swansea sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Glasgow.
more
Parks · Nature · Zoos & Aquariums · Museums
Side Trips
Find places to stay Aug 4 — 6:

Glasgow — 2 nights

Scotland's Style Capital

Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.
Kick off your visit on the 7th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Glasgow Cathedral, see the interesting displays at The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Strathblane Falconry. On the 8th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: join the crowd at Glasgow Tigers Speedway, then explore the world behind art at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and then stroll around Kelvingrove Park.

For traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, read Glasgow online tour planner.

Getting from Swansea to Glasgow by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Swansea in August, Glasgow is a bit cooler at night with lows of 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Edinburgh.
more
Museums · Parks · Wildlife · Historic Sites
Side Trip
Find places to stay Aug 6 — 8:

Edinburgh — 5 nights

Athens of the North

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.
Edinburgh is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, see the interesting displays at Royal Yacht Britannia, don't miss a visit to The Real Mary King's Close, and contemplate the long history of Palace of Holyroodhouse.

To see maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read Edinburgh tour planner.

Drive from Glasgow to Edinburgh in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Inverness.
more
Museums · Historic Sites · Parks · Tours
Find places to stay Aug 8 — 13:

Inverness — 3 nights

Gateway to the Highlands

Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.
Change things up with a short trip to Landmark Forest Adventure Park in Carrbridge (about 34 minutes away). There's lots more to do: savor the flavors at Food & Drink, contemplate the waterfront views at River Ness, contemplate the long history of Fort George, and get outside with Outdoor Activities.

For ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Inverness trip planner.

Traveling by car from Edinburgh to Inverness takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August in Inverness, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Blackpool.
more
Theme Parks · Tours · Parks · Nature
Side Trips
Find places to stay Aug 13 — 16:

Blackpool — 4 nights

Seaside Resort that Never Sleeps

Over 12 million people visit Blackpool each year, making it Britain’s top holiday resort and one of its most visited cities overall, second only to London.
Get out of town with these interesting Blackpool side-trips: Windermere (Lake Windermere & Canyoning & Rappelling Tours), Bowness-on-Windermere (The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction & Boat Tours & Water Sports) and Alpacaly Ever After (in Portinscale). Pack the 19th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Derwentwater, see the interesting displays at Derwent Pencil Museum, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Catbells Lakeland Walk.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Blackpool tour website.

Traveling by flight from Inverness to Blackpool takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Inverness in August, Blackpool is a bit warmer at night with lows of 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Liverpool.
more
Parks · Outdoors · Theme Parks · Tours
Side Trips
Find places to stay Aug 16 — 20:

Liverpool — 4 nights

Capital of Pop Music

Famous for being the birthplace of the Beatles, Liverpool is a vibrant city with an outstanding cultural heritage.
Venture out of the city with trips to Room Escape Games (in Chester), Northwich (Stockley Farm Birds of Prey Centre & Vale Royal Falconry Centre) and Chatsworth House (in Bakewell). There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, explore the striking landscape at Kinder Scout, explore the activities along Ladybower Reservoir, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King Liverpool.

For photos, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Liverpool planner.

You can drive from Blackpool to Liverpool in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. In August in Liverpool, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) so you can go by car to Llandudno.
more
Parks · Outdoors · Nature · Historic Sites
Side Trips
Find places to stay Aug 20 — 24:

Llandudno — 3 nights

Llandudno is a seaside resort, town and community in Conwy County Borough, Wales, located on the Creuddyn peninsula, which protrudes into the Irish Sea. Step out of Llandudno to go to Blaenau Ffestiniog and see Zipline, which is approximately 52 minutes away. There's lots more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Snowdon, explore the striking landscape at Great Orme, take in the pleasant sights at Llandudno Promenade, and take in nature's colorful creations at Bodnant Garden.

For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Llandudno online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Liverpool to Llandudno takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Milton Keynes.
more
Parks · Nature · Historic Sites · Museums
Side Trips
Find places to stay Aug 24 — 27:

Milton Keynes — 2 nights

Milton Keynes, locally abbreviated to MK, is a large town in the Borough of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, of which it is the administrative centre. On the 28th (Mon), relax in the rural setting at Catanger Llamas, then identify plant and animal life at Icarus Falconry, and then walk around Great Linford Manor Park. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Bletchley Park, bet on your favorite at Tanks-Alot, and then sample the fine beverages at The Oxford Artisan Distillery.

For ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Milton Keynes trip planner.

Traveling by car from Llandudno to Milton Keynes takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and flight. In August in Milton Keynes, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Ilford.
more
Parks · Wildlife · Historic Sites · Breweries & Distilleries
Side Trips
Find places to stay Aug 27 — 29:

Ilford — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 30th (Wed): admire the landmark architecture of Gants Hill Station, then stroll around Valentines Park, then walk around Seven Kings Park, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Hospital Chapel of St Mary & St Thomas.

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

Traveling by car from Milton Keynes to Ilford takes 1.5 hours. In August in Ilford, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Wed) so you can go by car back home.
more
Parks · Historic Sites
Find places to stay Aug 29 — 30:

United Kingdom travel guide

4.3
Nightlife · Specialty Museums · Castles
Home to an impressive 25 World Heritage sites, the United Kingdom, which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, has hundreds of museums to explore, thousands of parks and gardens to stroll through, and tens of thousands of communities to discover. From Land’s End in the south to John O’Groats in the north, the country is packed with tourist attractions that can fill a range of itineraries. With nearly 30 million tourists visiting every year, the UK is ranked among the top ten holiday destinations in the world. Known for its royalty, this country also represents a diverse patchwork of native and immigrant cultures. Although Britannia no longer rules the waves, it possesses a captivating history and a dynamic modern culture, both of which remain hugely influential on the rest of the world.
more

Wales travel guide

4.4
Castles · Beaches · Specialty Museums
Wales attracts tourism with its stunning landscape, a wealth of history, and a huge number of imposing castles. Yet behind the spectacular scenery and the ancient fortress walls hides the simple warmth of the Welsh people, whose pride in their Celtic heritage is only exceeded by the love they feel for their homeland. This may be a relatively small country, but its spirit is truly grand. Your itinerary may just be made up of joining the locals at the pub or a village rugby game to soak up the famous Welsh spirit and learn about "hiraeth," a deep bond the Welsh feel with their land. Though compact, Wales has no shortage of secluded corners easily and quickly explored on an extensive network of footpaths, which makes a trip to this land a true hiker’s paradise.
more

Scotland travel guide

4.4
Castles · Specialty Museums · Distilleries
A land packed with thousands of years of history, Scotland is home to numerous thriving cities and a vibrant population proud of its distinct culture, heritage, and art. The Scottish people are fond of saying "Good things come in small packages," and nowhere is that more true than in their compact homeland. Despite its relatively small size, the country is crammed full of attractions, not the least of which are numerous world-famous golf courses and whiskey distilleries. Though the sun may not always shine here, Scotland is a stunning country renowned for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys, hills, green fields, and rugged coastlines, guaranteeing a diverse holiday. While most tourists restrict their itinerary to the historic Highlands, where they search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster, you can also explore the Lowlands’ outstanding natural wonders and flourishing cultural scene.
more