United Kingdom Things to Do

  East Gate
by Landotravel
 
  • East Gate
      East Gate
    by Landotravel
  • Leigh-Pemberton House
      Leigh-Pemberton House
    by Landotravel
  • Exchequer Gate and Cathedral
      Exchequer Gate and Cathedral
    by Landotravel
  • Broadstairs Food Festival, Kent, UK.
      Broadstairs Food Festival, Kent, UK.
    by planxty
  •   Things to Do
    by ligaya
 

Most Viewed Things to Do in United Kingdom

51.

Buckingham Palace.   London

Buckingham Palace., London

 490 Reviews  I've been there so many years ago, when everything was "great", "beautiful", "amazing"... and this was all I could say unfortunately :( I remember that I've been spending long minutes in front of that... 

 See All 10,033 Things to Do in London

52.

Arthur's Seat   Edinburgh

Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

 48 Reviews  If it's a nice day you might want to walk up to the top of Arthur's Seat (which I did on a previous visit two and a half years ago) to get some nice views of the city and the surrounding... 

 See All 1,520 Things to Do in Edinburgh

53.

Manchester Wheel   Manchester

Manchester Wheel, Manchester

 14 Reviews  The Manchester wheel takes you up to a height of 60 meters and the ride lasts about 12-15 minutes so you dont feel rushed...there are different types of capsules available for instance with glass... 

 See All 479 Things to Do in Manchester

54.

George Square   Glasgow

George Square, Glasgow

 40 Reviews  The City Chambers were designed by William Young in 1880, and was one of the 19th centureies finest public buildings. It took seven years to build and craftsmen were brought from Italy and France to... 

 See All 480 Things to Do in Glasgow

55.

Cardiff Castle   Cardiff

Cardiff Castle, Cardiff

 86 Reviews  Cardiff Castle is one of Wale’s leading heritage attractions and a site of international significance with a history that spans over 2000 years, the Castle has gone from being a Roman Garrison, to a... 

 See All 399 Things to Do in Cardiff

56.

Shambles   York

Shambles, York

 48 Reviews  How could I not like the Shambles, even on a wet day, with water dripping on me, puddle's and people to dodge, I still fell in love with this part of York! I think I walked through it on more than... 

 See All 789 Things to Do in York

57.

Cadbury World   Birmingham

Cadbury World, Birmingham

 15 Reviews  Discover the history of chocolate and see it being made. The Cadbury factory at Bournville has a visitor centre that is dedicated to the history of chocolate. Visitors can learn about how cocoa beans... 

 See All 266 Things to Do in Birmingham

58.

Oxford University & Colleges   Oxford

Oxford University & Colleges, Oxford

 94 Reviews  Wadham College was founded in 1610, and is one of the largest colleges in Oxford. Its most famous scholar were architect Christopher Wren and physicist Robetr Boyle. In the 2pth century, director Tomy... 

 See All 447 Things to Do in Oxford

59.

Beatles   Liverpool

Beatles, Liverpool

 96 Reviews  Place of homage to hordes of Beatles fanatics, the Cavern Club is perhaps the most well-known club in the world. It's a shame that most people only stop by for a photo opportunity outside the famous... 

 See All 614 Things to Do in Liverpool

60.

Baltic Gallery & Quayside art   Newcastle upon Tyne

Baltic Gallery & Quayside art, Newcastle upon Tyne

 29 Reviews  BALTIC is a Contemporary Art Centre which opened in 2002 and is housed in former flour mill on the River Tyne in Gateshead. BALTIC hosts regulars exhibition from artists all over the world and locally... 

 See All 285 Things to Do in Newcastle upon Tyne

61.

Roman Baths   Bath

Roman Baths, Bath

 128 Reviews  Don't be mislead when here, NOT ALL THE POOL'S HAVE HOT WATER! The circular pool in my photo, is a 1.6 metre deep COLD plunge pool! A cold plunge bath was a feature of many Roman bath houses, but... 

 See All 517 Things to Do in Bath

62.

King's College   Cambridge

King's College, Cambridge

 45 Reviews  What a stunning College is King's College, said to be one of the most important examples of late Gothic architecture. King's College was founded in 1441 by Henry VI The original site of the College... 

 See All 338 Things to Do in Cambridge

63.

Royal Pavilion   Brighton

Royal Pavilion, Brighton

 72 Reviews  The Royal Pavilion has always summed up at least one side of the character of the city of Brighton quite well. That would be it's lavish, outlandish, camp and glitzy side, of course. The exterior of... 

 See All 309 Things to Do in Brighton

64.

Clifton Suspension Bridge   Bristol

Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol

 31 Reviews  The Clifton Suspension Bridge is the symbol of the city of Bristol. Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel he never lived to see it completed, Brunel died prematurely aged 53 yrs in 1859, and the Bridge... 

 See All 304 Things to Do in Bristol

65.

Walls of Chester   Chester

Walls of Chester, Chester

 46 Reviews  Chester City Walls consist of a defensive structure built to protect the city from invading armies.The construction was started by the Romans when they established the Fortress of Diva Victrix between... 

 See All 271 Things to Do in Chester

66.

Open Top Bus Tour   Belfast

Open Top Bus Tour, Belfast

 10 Reviews  One of the places you will be taken is the Titanic shipyards which is obciously enriched in history. Amazing place to see, I would be keen to return to Belfast and see the Titanic Quater which is... 

 See All 136 Things to Do in Belfast

67.

Longleat Safari Park   Warminster

Longleat Safari Park, Warminster

 9 Reviews  Longleat is a great day out for all the family. I went with my boyfriend about a week after my mum and nan went - me and my bf got round the whole park in plenty of time but mum & nan didn't but the... 

 See All 30 Things to Do in Warminster

68.

Further Afield   Belfast

Further Afield, Belfast

 40 Reviews  The Giant's Causeway is located about an hour and a half's drive from Belgast City (by motorway - longer by coastal route). Quiet simply the Casueway is breathtaking and one of Ireland's most stunning... 

 See All 360 Things to Do in Belfast

69.

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben   London

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, London

 499 Reviews  The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament, stands on the banks of the Thames in the London borough of Westminster. The palace is the seat of the British Parliament, which... 

 See All 10,033 Things to Do in London

70.

Royal Mile   Edinburgh

Royal Mile, Edinburgh

 128 Reviews  Facing St Giles cathedral in the Royal Mile, there's a statue identified as "Duke of Buccleugh" that, for me, meant... no one. Trying to identify him, I read that he was Walter... something... Scott,... 

 See All 1,520 Things to Do in Edinburgh

71.

Granada Studios   Manchester

Granada Studios, Manchester

 11 Reviews  Visiting and doing the Granada Studios Tour was one of my first trips to the city. I viisted the complex twice (1993 & 1994) when it was opened from 1988 to 1999. The highlights included: - Times... 

 See All 479 Things to Do in Manchester

72.

Necropolis   Glasgow

Necropolis, Glasgow

 18 Reviews  For some unconventional sightseeing, the Glasgow Necropolis found behind Glasgow Cathedral is an interesting place to visit. Crossing the bridge from the cathedral, you are transported to Glasgow's... 

 See All 480 Things to Do in Glasgow

73.

Parks and Gardens   Cardiff

Parks and Gardens, Cardiff

 34 Reviews  Although we didn’t visit many parks in Cardiff we enjoyed Bute Park a lot. It’s located in the city centre right next to Cardiff castle (the Animal Wall connects the entrance of the park and the... 

 See All 399 Things to Do in Cardiff

74.

Jorvik Viking Centre   York

Jorvik Viking Centre, York

 35 Reviews  The Jorvic Centre was created on the very site where between the years 1976-81 archaeologists from York Archaeological Trust revealed the houses, workshops and backyards of the Viking-Age city of... 

 See All 789 Things to Do in York

75.

Bull Ring   Birmingham

Bull Ring, Birmingham

 24 Reviews  The new Bullring has put Birmingham on the map - we now rival any of the other big cities for shopping; i.e. Manchester and Leeds. What can you find there? Well.... 3 levels of glorious shops, for a... 

 See All 266 Things to Do in Birmingham

Save on hotel + air
Expedia Vacations Get the lowest price on your vacation with our Best Price Guarantee
Great Prices, Great Rooms
hotels.com We Know Hotels Inside And Out. Click or call now: 1-800-914-6835

Sponsored Links

Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

York

by Sjalen

OK, I'm biased since I have family here and used to live here, but this is one of England's most historic cities. The city was first a roman headquarter ("Eboracum") and then a viking town ("Jorvik") before its medieval days and there are remains from all times in its history such as the city walls which you can walk on. Amongst the many museums, my favourites are the National Railway Museum, Castle Museum with man's everyday objects, history oriented Yorkshire Museum and the Jorvik Viking Centre showing the archeological finds from viking times. The city centre is also very picturesque and good for shopping. Star of the city is the old York Minster - the biggest gothic cathedral north of the Alps and a 'must see'. See my York page if you want more temptations...

Tip Photo
The River Clyde

by IreneMcKay

I grew up on the River Clyde yet almost never saw it, because in those days its banks were covered in ship yards. It was in these shipyards that the Queen Mary and QE11 luxury liners were built.Nowadays with less industry on its shores the river is cleaner and some walkways are being built along its sides.

Tip Photo
Dumbarton Rock and Castle

by IreneMcKay

Dumbarton rock is a huge volcanic basalt rock situated between the rivers Clyde and Levin. It is 240 feet high. Some legends link Dumbarton Rock with Merlin the magician. It is also believed to have once sheltered the infant Mary Queen of Scots prior to her removal to France for safekeeping.There are two peaks to the rock. Both involve climbing up many stairs, but the views from the top over the town of Dumbarton and up and down the River Clyde are stunning.There is an entrance fee for this site. To get to Dumbarton Rock by public transport take a Balloch or Helensburgh train from Glasgow Queen Street or Glasgow Central Station and get off at Dumbarton East. From there follow the signs. It is about 15 minutes walk away.

Tip Photo
Waters of Leith

by IreneMcKay

We noticed there was a pretty walkway along the Waters of Leith right next to our hotel in Edinburgh's west end. We did not fancy wading through the snow and ice to complete it, so will add this to our summer - to do - list.

Tip Photo
Princes Street Gardens

by IreneMcKay

Princes Street Gardens are beautiful in the summer when filled with grass, flowers and festival acts. This was the first time we had visited them in winter and to our surprise they were home to an ice skating rink and a Christmas market.

Tip Photo
The University of Glasgow

by IreneMcKay

This university was founded in 1451. The oldest parts of the university - the tower, quadrangles and chapel were designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott. They are well worth a look. The university is also home to the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery. The Hunterian Art Gallery also includes the Charles Rennie Mackintosh house.

Tip Photo
Lady Godiva Statue

by IreneMcKay

Lady Godiva was the wife of Leofric, the Earl of Mercia. She was a good and pious woman but her husband was a tyrant who persecuted the church and ruthlessly exploited the people of Coventry with exorbitant taxes. His wife begged him to stop and he said only if she rode through the City of Coventry naked. So she did, concealed only by her long hair. Following this event her husband repented of his evil ways and reformed.This event is commemorated by a statue outside the Cathedral Lanes Shopping Centre.

Tip Photo
Coventry Cathedral

by IreneMcKay

Coventry has been home to three cathedral's in its time. The cathedral of St Michael was bombed in a German air raid in 1940. The ruins have been preserved as a symbol of peace and reconciliation. Two of the charred beams from the burnt out cathedral have been fashioned into a cross with the words Father Forgive displayed below them. The new cathedral is right next door to the remains. It is a modern building with a famous altarpiece. It is a beautiful tapastry of Christ depicted by Graham Sutherland. Both cathedrals are well worth a visit. The themes of forgiveness and reconciliation were continued in the new cathedral during our visit with a moving exhibition about Hiroshima.

Tip Photo
Trafalgar Square

by traveldave

Located in central London, Trafalgar Square is the largest public square in the city. The square commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory during the Napoleonic Wars in 1805. It was supposed to have been called King William IV Square, but architect George Ledwell Taylor suggested the name Trafalgar Square, which was adopted by the city. Known for its huge flocks of pigeons, Trafalgar Square attracts tourists and is a popular site for assemblies and protests.The site of the present square was cleared in 1820 by architect John Nash as part of his Charing Cross Improvement Scheme. However, it did not take on its present shape and form until 1845, when architect Sir Charles Barry designed the architectural details. Roadways surround the square on three sides, and a large staircase leads to the National Gallery (the domed building in the background) on the fourth side. The...

Tip Photo
Saint James's Park

by traveldave

Saint James's Park is the oldest Royal Park in London, dating from 1532. The 58-acre (23-hectare) park became the center of royal London. It is surrounded by three royal palaces, including the Palace of Westminster, Saint James's Palace, and Buckingham Palace. For visitors, it offers a tranquil and shady spot to relax from sightseeing in the heart of the busy city. What is now Saint James's Park was originally a marshy meadow on the outskirts of London. In the thirteenth century, Saint James's Hospital, a leper hospital, was built on the site of today's park, and the name has remained throughout the centuries. In 1523, King Henry VIII acquired the land and turned it into a deer park for royal hunting parties. Later, King Charles III redesigned the park with avenues of trees and extensive lawns. It was also opened to the public for the first time. The last great redesigning of the park...

Tip Photo
Fun things to do in United Kingdom

Top 3 Hotels in United Kingdom

The Montague On The Gardens  London

 5 Reviews and 1067 Opinions  The concierge was fabulous, the hotel very grand, and despite the rooms being small they were... 

 Hotels in London

The Balmoral Hotel  Edinburgh

 5 Reviews and 770 Opinions  Two men wearing kilts (or trews) welcome you at the door and an open fire welcomes you in the lobby,... 

 Hotels in Edinburgh

Radisson Edwardian Manchester  Manchester

 4 Reviews and 929 Opinions  I had a great time there. Stayed due to business 4 nights in the hotel. Staff was great, friendly... 

 Hotels in Manchester

17,693 Hotels in United Kingdom
 
Explore the World
Travel Destinations
Travel Highlights

The Place

Reviews and photos of United Kingdom attractions posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for United Kingdom sightseeing.

Experience United Kingdom
Things to Do: Cities in United Kingdom
  1. London Things to Do
  2. Edinburgh Things to Do
  3. Manchester Things to Do
  4. Glasgow Things to Do
  5. Cardiff Things to Do
  6. York Things to Do
  7. Birmingham Things to Do
  8. Oxford Things to Do
  9. Liverpool Things to Do
  10. Blackpool Things to Do
  11. Newcastle upon Tyne Things to Do
  12. Bath Things to Do
  13. Cambridge Things to Do
  14. Brighton Things to Do
  15. Nottingham Things to Do
  16. Bournemouth Things to Do
  17. Bristol Things to Do
  18. Torquay Things to Do
  19. Chester Things to Do
  20. Belfast Things to Do
  21. Sheffield Things to Do
  22. Scarborough Things to Do
  23. Aberdeen Things to Do
  24. Llandudno Things to Do
  25. Canterbury Things to Do
  26. Eastbourne Things to Do
  27. Leeds Things to Do
  28. Inverness Things to Do
  29. Newquay Things to Do
  30. Whitby Things to Do
  31. Windsor Things to Do
  32. Portsmouth Things to Do
  33. Stratford-upon-Avon Things to Do
  34. Plymouth Things to Do
  35. Coventry Things to Do
  36. Isle of Skye Things to Do
  37. Lake District National Park Things to Do
  38. Reading Things to Do
  39. Fort William Things to Do
  40. Weymouth Things to Do
  41. Durham Things to Do
  42. Cheltenham Things to Do
  43. Salisbury Things to Do
  44. Southampton Things to Do
  45. Dover Things to Do
  46. Richmond Things to Do
  47. Southend-on-Sea Things to Do
  48. Exeter Things to Do
  49. Kingston upon Hull Things to Do
  50. Lincoln Things to Do

More Cities in United Kingdom

 

Popular Regions in United Kingdom

England Things to Do  Scotland Things to Do  Wales Things to Do  Northern Ireland Things to Do 

More Regions in United Kingdom

Questions and Answers

bk5545 profile photo

Q:  In mid May we will be traveling from Glasgow to London. I think we have decided we would prefer rail to air for various reasons. ... 

Agraichen profile photo

A: Hopefully someone local will have the specifics, but on all of my trips to Edinburgh from London, I've not booked in advance and had no issues with travel. Your profile... 

Read 12 Replies

postQuestion_button

United Kingdom Members Meetings

Feb 27, 2012 
VT-meeting - evening meal
Mar 01, 2012 
Give ettiewyn a St Davids Day welcome
Jul 01, 2012 
SHEEP DAY 2012
Jul 07, 2012 
SKIPTON CLOGFEST

see all United Kingdom member meetings

Click here for best deals for United Kingdom

Vacation Package Specialists
Expedia Vacations Save on flight + hotel packages. Click or call now: 1 - 800-713-8214
Save money, Book now !
Booking.com Excellent choice, Low rates
Great Prices, Great Rooms
hotels.com We Know Hotels Inside And Out. Click or call now: 1-800-914-6835
Save up to 50% off Hotels Everyday
Expedia.com Photos, Reviews and the Guaranteed Lowest Prices

Sponsored Links