There’s no right or wrong way to organize a trip to the UK, but you can do your research prior to going to figure out where you must go, where’s overrated, and where and how best to avoid tourist traps mostly positioned in the center. If you’re organizing a trip to the UK, this guide is going to be essential for you in going forward and making your trip run smoothly, and without so much as a hiccup.
There’s more than just London
The capital obviously has its draws, and it’s difficult to be bored in London, as there’s always a show, a gallery, a club night, a comedy performance, or a new restaurant to sample. However, it’s important to remember when traveling to the UK that’s so much more to see and do than simply what’s within the confines of the city. Of course, you’ll be familiar with the top attractions here, and they’re a must-see if you’re yet to traverse The Big Smoke, however, bear in mind that there are so many more bustling cities rich with heritage and multiculturalism elsewhere.
While piecing together and finalizing your plans for coming to the UK, be sure to include a trip to Manchester (a great city to visit if you’re a music buff and are keen to see many live bands and acts), as well as Liverpool, Brighton, Bath, and Edinburgh in Scotland.
City hopping
As aforementioned, don’t just stick to the inside of London, and instead, venture a little further afield to appreciate a more authentic tour of the UK. The UK is formed of counties, and some of the finest and most quaint are nestled down south and among The South Downs – a national park of outstanding natural beauty that stretches its way from Hampshire to East Sussex (there you’ll find Brighton and Eastbourne). Don’t overlook towns and cities such as Winchester, Chichester, and Salisbury, all of which have a fine and visually astounding cathedral.
Chichester features plenty of fun activities to get involved in, as well as being steeped in heritage as its a Roman walled city. Here, you’ll find The Novium Museum and Fishbourne Roman Palace that both follow Chichester’s origins. There’s also a gorgeous canal basin positioned near to the station, as well as a cinema, a tenpin bowling alley, a trampoline park, the well-established Pallant House Art Gallery, and well-renowned Chichester Festival Theater. If you’re keen to begin planning a weekend spent here, then be sure to book ahead to eat in The Hole in the Wall pub, which has mouthwatering food on offer as well as cold, refreshing pints of beer. You could then see a show, and walk around the cathedral, as well as making a beeline towards West Wittering beach.
Be prepared for the weather
You might just think that people who live in the UK complain non-stop about the weather, and you’re not entirely wrong because the weather can be pretty poor. If you’re making your way to the UK after October and before April, then chances are, you’re going to need a warm coat, as well as a raincoat because the heavens can open and pour down. Make no mistakes, it doesn’t rain but it pours in the UK, so pack a coat, an umbrella, and even wellies if you’re considering going somewhere off the beaten track outside of the cities you’re traveling to. Also pack a few light T-shirts, a cardigan, and pair of flat sneakers for when the weather decides to cheer up, if only for a few hours.
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