Tourist Attractions in England

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in England

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About England

Many tourists dream to visit England – most of the sights of this country are the most recognisable in the world. Big Ben, Tower Bridge – who doesn’t know these names? The famous English love of order can be appreciated even in the parks and botanical gardens of this country – they are kept in perfect cleanliness, the arrangement of flowerbeds and alleys in them is impeccably designed.

England is rich in historical places. Castles with thousands of years of history are interesting in themselves, and royal residences in them are doubly interesting. The most famous archaeological site in the world, Stonehenge, is millions of years old. Thousands of tourists visit England to try to unravel its mystery. And, of course, we should not forget about the legendary English band The Beatles – their fans will be glad to visit The Cavern Club, the place where the Beatles came to fame.

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Tower Bridge

 4.8/5

147555 reviews

One of the main and recognisable landmarks of England’s capital. The suspension drawbridge is used by more than 40,000 people every day to get to the other side of the Thames. The total length of the bridge is 244 metres. The towers are 65 metres high. At a height of 44 metres there is a gallery between the towers, it is used as a viewing and museum area. Between the towers there are lifting wings. They are deployed about 4-5 times a week.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Tower of London

 4.6/5

99631 reviews

The castle is one of the oldest structures in England and one of the most visited attractions in the world. It is included in the UNESCO heritage list. The Tower was founded in the II century as part of the city fortifications, later it was completed and fortified by William I and Richard the Lionheart. Nowadays the Tower houses a museum, armoury with the treasures of the crown, historical monuments of architecture.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Stonehenge

 4.5/5

50645 reviews

This archaeological monument is considered one of the most mystical in the world. Scientists still do not agree on the purpose of the building. The approximate date of the foundation of Stonehenge – XXX century BC. It consists of stone blocks weighing up to 45 tonnes, arranged in rings or in the form of a horseshoe. It is estimated that such labour-intensive work was carried out by several thousand people for 300 years. The site is protected by UNESCO.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Buckingham Palace

 4.5/5

160964 reviews

Residence of the British monarchs. It was founded in 1703 and since then it has been renovated several times. It acquired its final form by 1853. Visitors can see the castle only two months a year during the Queen’s holidays – in August and September. There are 19 rooms of the 775 rooms of the castle, including the throne room, the picture gallery and the ballroom. Of interest is the royal garden, which is home to flamingos, a lake and waterfalls.

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Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

 4.7/5

48640 reviews

A complex of harbour buildings and warehouses in Liverpool. They are located around the perimeter of the rectangular bay. The large warehouse buildings are built of dark brick. They have unusually large openings – they are designed to receive cargo directly from the ship. Today Albert Dock is a popular tourist destination. The converted warehouse buildings inside house museums, bars, restaurants and create an unusual atmosphere.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Cavern Club

 4.7/5

11958 reviews

The club was founded in 1957. It is famous for being the place where the legendary band The Beatles began their career. The modern club building on Mathew Street was erected using 15,000 bricks of the original club. Nowadays, Beatle-loving tourists often come here to listen to the songs of the Liverpool Four in cover performance. These concerts take place almost every night.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM

lastminute.com London Eye

 4.5/5

167846 reviews

A Ferris wheel on the banks of the Thames. The 32 capsule cabins symbolise the number of London suburbs. One cabin can accommodate up to 25 people. The height of the attraction is 135 metres. The view from its top reaches 40 kilometres in clear weather. One full revolution takes about 30 minutes. LED lighting is installed on the wheel. At dusk, the luminous wheel leaves an unforgettable impression.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Elizabeth (Clock) Tower

 4.8/5

590 reviews

Tourists often refer to the Elizabethan clock tower at the Palace of Westminster as Big Ben. However, originally only the largest bell of the other six bells in the clock was so called, weighing 13 tonnes. Nowadays, the images of the clock, the bell and the tower are one and together they make up London’s most popular tourist symbol. The height of the tower is 96 metres. The style of construction is neo-Gothic. Its facade is decorated with inscriptions in Latin.

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Westminster Abbey

 4.6/5

39029 reviews

An iconic place for the royal dynasty of the British monarchy. Coronations take place here, and the burial places of the rulers are also located here. Also in the Abbey in the “Poets’ Corner” are buried many famous writers and poets of the country – Charles Dickens, Samuel Johnson and others. The Abbey Church is active, services are held in it, and it is popular with pilgrims. Tourists are attracted by the medieval architecture of the Abbey.

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York Minster

 4.7/5

18480 reviews

Gothic cathedral, its construction began in 1220 and lasted 250 years. The cathedral is characterised by large stained glass windows in the style of medieval Europe. The largest window is 23 metres high and was made in the XV century. York Cathedral is considered to be one of the largest in Europe. It is 158 metres long and the towers are 60 metres high. The central tower of the cathedral has undergone two restorations, which protected the cathedral from collapse.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:45 – 3:15 PM

Windsor Castle

 4.7/5

52025 reviews

Since the 11th century it has been the country residence of British monarchs. It was founded in 1066. By now it has been rebuilt and expanded several times. Luxurious halls with rich interior decoration and antique furniture are open to visitors. They display works of art from the collection of the kings. St George’s Chapel can be viewed in Windsor Park. The large park is decorated with fine sculptures.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Leeds Castle

 4.7/5

11198 reviews

It is located on the islands of the River Len. In wartime it could hold a siege for a long time due to its location. For a long time it was the residence of the kings of England. Nowadays it is popular among tourists as a monument of architecture and history. The interior is recreated in the style of the XV century castle. In its walls are exhibited works of art of the XVIII century. The landscaped park has many cages with exotic birds.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Warwick Castle

 4.6/5

20763 reviews

Medieval castle. Its visit will be an unusual entertainment for any tourist. Restorers recreated the interior decoration to the smallest detail. Madame Tussauds Museum made wax figures, which became the inhabitants of the castle – servants, guards, court ladies. In the courtyard they hold jousting tournaments, archery competitions, the “Flight of Eagles” show. On Halloween, ghosts walk around in the tower of ghosts.

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The British Museum

 4.7/5

146069 reviews

The number of exhibits is almost the largest in the world – 13 million. Collections of antiquities from Egypt, Africa, Greece, Rome, the East and Europe are represented. The total length of the corridors of the main museum of London is 4 kilometres. The construction of the museum building was completed in 1847. The project is made in the ancient Greek style, its decoration is 44 columns. Later, the Great Courtyard was completed, which houses an impressive reading room.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

National Railway Museum York

 4.7/5

25681 reviews

It was founded in 1975. One of the most visited, with around one million visitors a year. On its 8 hectares of space there are expositions telling about the history of the railway in England. The collection of locomotives and carriages is represented by hundreds of exhibits. Of particular interest are the royal trains of the Victorian era. They house 20,000 books and magazines, as well as technical and engineering documentation.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

The National Gallery

 4.7/5

46544 reviews

The gallery exhibits more than 2000 paintings by Western European painters of XIII-XX centuries – Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Da Vinci, Raphael, Titian and many others. The paintings are arranged in the halls in chronological order. The gallery offers organised tours. Independent visitors are advised to determine in advance which paintings they want to see – it is impossible to go round the whole gallery in one day. Entrance to the gallery is free of charge.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Natural History Museum

 4.7/5

24083 reviews

Formerly part of the British Museum, it was in a separate building from 1181 and finally separated in 1963. The museum’s collection consists of several million exhibits in every field of natural science – botany, zoology, mineralogy, palaeontology. The collection of meteorites, a mechanical model of a Tyrannosaurus and a Diplodocus skeleton are considered the most interesting. Entrance to the museum is free.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM

Victoria and Albert Museum

 4.7/5

53862 reviews

The museum’s holdings cover many cultures of the world and different periods, from antiquity to the present. Most of the exhibits are works in the style of arts and crafts and design. Sculptures, textiles, and ceramics are on display. Prince Albert was a great supporter of the museum in its infancy. His wife, Queen Victoria, took part in the construction of the museum building in 1899.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM

Mary Rose Museum

 4.8/5

5537 reviews

An unusual museum dedicated to a sunken ship, the flagship of the English fleet in the 16th century. Its remains were raised only at the end of the XX century. The construction of the museum was complicated, the walls were erected actually around the hull of the ship. Over the remains of the deck and masts there was a complex multi-year conservation work. The result was that the ship, which spent several centuries in sea water, can now be viewed not through glass, but with your own eyes.

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The Roman Baths

 4.6/5

31128 reviews

A well-preserved Roman complex designed for public bathing. Includes several pagan temples built in the 1st century. When constructing the baths, the builders used weather-sensitive plumbing systems. As a result, the water in the baths reached 96 degrees. The modern look of the complex took after the reconstruction in the XVIII century. Now you can take a bath or order SPA procedures.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Clifton Suspension Bridge

 4.8/5

16045 reviews

Construction of the bridge began in 1829. It passes over the river gorge at a height of 75 metres. The length of the bridge is 230 metres. Work on the complex construction took more than 20 years. The bridge offers a beautiful view of the city of Bristol. It is popular with athletes who bungee jump from it. The world’s first such jump was made from this bridge by four extreme sportsmen.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Royal Pavilion

 4.5/5

11321 reviews

A luxurious palace, it has long been the residence of kings by the sea. The style of architecture of the palace is called Indo-Saracenic. It is a blend of Moorish, Indian and Chinese architecture. Luxury and grandeur are visible in everything – both in the design of the facades and in the interior interiors. The pavilion currently houses a museum, and the luxurious rooms can be hired for a gala event.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Wollaton Hall Drive

 0/5

Renaissance palace. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Nottingham authorities bought the building and put a natural history museum there. The palace is situated in a 500-acre park with a picturesque lake. The park is famous for its inhabitants – there are deer, squirrels, swans and fallow deer. All walk freely in the territory of the park. Anyone can see them and take an unusual photo – a herd of deer against the background of the Elizabeth Palace.

Shambles

 4.7/5

623 reviews

The medieval Shambles Street is a landmark in the city of York. It is located in the centre of the city. The street is 100 metres long and very narrow in width. In the past it was used as a butcher’s shop. Some buildings still have hooks for hanging meat. It is now home to many souvenir shops. It is believed that Shambles Street was the prototype of Slanting Lane from the Harry Potter universe.

Stratford-upon-Avon

 0/5

This small Warwickshire town is the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Most of the town’s attractions are connected with the personality of the great playwright. The house where Shakespeare was born is one of the most visited places. The Church of St Trinity, where Shakespeare was baptised, is no less famous, and his tomb is also located there. It is visited by tens of thousands of people every year. The Royal Shakespeare Theatre hosts plays and festivals.

Eden Project

 4.3/5

4076 reviews

This place is not called the “Garden of Eden” for nothing. It is a botanical garden with greenhouses containing plants from all over the world. The total area of the greenhouses is 22,000 m². They are covered with unusually shaped domes. Each greenhouse recreates the natural environment in which the plants grow. Even tap water is not used – rainwater is specially collected to maintain humidity and watering.

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Hyde Park

 4.7/5

125055 reviews

A traditional place for public events – rallies, concerts, festivals. The park is a pleasant place for strolling, swimming is allowed in the park’s Serpentine Lake. Cultural attractions include an art gallery, the Duke of Wellington Museum in the Apsley House residence and the Wellington Triumphal Arch. The park has hosted concerts by famous performers such as The Rolling Stones, Madonna, and Taylor Swift.

Open time

Monday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Royal Botanic Gardens

 0/5

They have existed for more than 250 years. The area of the whole complex – gardens and greenhouses, covers 132 hectares. The gardens are included in the list of UNESCO sites because of the large number of living plants in the collection. There are over 7 million specimens in the herbarium of Kew Gardens. There are many objects to see on the territory – Lily House, Kew Palace, Palm House, Alpine House. Flower festivals, concerts and exhibitions are held. An ice rink is poured in winter.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

 4.6/5

12219 reviews

An ancient botanical garden of England, decorated in the style of the 19th century. It is divided into several zones, each with a unique design. In the “Jungle” zone there are tropical plants. A dense forest of oaks and beeches, mossy stones – this is the “Lost Valley”. Pineapples grow in specially arranged pits. Interesting landscape solutions are “green” figures made of living plants and minerals.

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Hadrian's Wall

 4.6/5

4935 reviews

A monument of Roman defences. It is a fortified wall 118 km long and 6 metres high. It was built in 122 for defence against barbarian tribes. For those times the wall was a pinnacle of engineering art. Its construction consists of forts that housed the army. Passageways were made for movement. Between the passages there are small towers and towers for shelter from rain.

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Lake District National Park

 4.9/5

39438 reviews

The reserve is famous for its mountain lake landscapes. The nature here is diverse and amazing – hills and high mountains, rocky shores and wastelands, and, of course, lakes with clear and clean water. These places have inspired many artists and poets to create works of art. There is a special direction for the masters of this area, called “lake school”. There are viewing platforms for tourists.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Yorkshire Dales

 4.4/5

20 reviews

The national park covers an area of over 1500 km² and was founded in 1952. One third of the park is covered by heather moorland. The rest of the park is densely wooded with birch, oak, ash and rowan trees. Medieval abbeys and castles can also be seen in the park. There are a number of activities for visitors to the park, such as cycling and horse riding, as well as hiking trails. There is a camping site and a café.

Old Harry Rocks

 4.8/5

714 reviews

Cretaceous rocks on the south coast of England. They are over 65 million years old. Ichthyosaur remains have been found in the rocks, and excavations are being carried out by archaeologists studying the Jurassic period. There are several variants of the origin of the name. According to one version – so named the devil, who liked to sleep on these rocks. According to another – by the name of a pirate who fished in these places. The waves hitting the rocks constantly change their shape.

Brighton Palace Pier

 4.4/5

34578 reviews

The only pier in Brighton that is not derelict. It was opened in 1899. Currently used for entertainment purposes. There are many restaurants, arcades and amusement rides. At night, the pier is illuminated by 67,000 light bulbs – and this incredible sight is especially loved by visitors. The pier has been honoured with visits from royalty and is often visited by celebrities.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Chester Zoo

 4.7/5

40700 reviews

Founded by the Mottershield family in 1931 with their own funds. Chester Zoo is not funded by the state, which does not prevent it from being one of the 15 best zoos in the world – according to the popular Forbes magazine. The area of the zoo is 51 hectares. It is visited by about 1.5 million people a year. More than 400 species of animals live in conditions as close as possible to their natural habitat, and practically no cages or bars are used.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM