5 Reasons to Travel Beyond London
England is not just London, Oxford's library, and a flock of wizards on Baker Street with pipes in their teeth. Getting a British visa is not easy, so if you're going, you should see all corners. After all, a new country, like a person, needs to be known from all sides. In this article, we'll tell you which other cities to see in England so you don't leave disappointed and empty-handed.
Among the dozens of parks in the city, pay attention to Sefton Park, on whose territory stands the beautiful glass conservatory Palm House. Sometimes concerts or other festive events are held there.
If the city wasn't your starting point in the land of wizards, you can get there from London by train in less than 3 hours.
In England, everyone will find something for themselves. Some want surfing, some magic, and some tea with milk at five o'clock. But the capital, too, is definitely worth attention. Big Ben, Tower Bridge, all that. To make walking around London more fun, use the Play London With Mr. Bean app. Its creators decided to show you the city not only from a tourist perspective but also to guide you through streets where there are practically no tourists. Visit places, complete easy tasks, and get discount coupons for it! They apply to boat tours, a cup of coffee, and much more. It's profitable and interesting. You should definitely try it!
If you are already familiar with England, read about Italy.
Newquay
You can surf not only in Portugal or at Asian resorts. England has a special town for this – Newquay. Initially, it was a quiet family spot, but gradually youth parties took over. So, after a long surf session, you can party at a local beach club and make new friends. There are three main beaches here, but they are all different, so visit each one. Watergate Bay is best for surfing – it's the most fun. You can also catch some mussels on the shore there for dinner. And don't forget sunscreen, as you can get sunburned even in foggy weather. From London, the journey to Newquay takes about 6 hours by train. You can save time and fly there – although the town is tiny, it has an airport.
Liverpool
Perhaps the second most important city to visit after London. It's the home of the eponymous football team and the beloved The Beatles. Even if you're indifferent to these guys, still check out the Cavern Club, where the famous four started – sometimes small underground concerts by local bands are held there. Don't miss The Grapes pub, where they used to have a pint after their performances. Besides museums and galleries, also check out a football match at Anfield Stadium. You'll also find out if what Russian newspapers say about English football fans is true.
Among the dozens of parks in the city, pay attention to Sefton Park, on whose territory stands the beautiful glass conservatory Palm House. Sometimes concerts or other festive events are held there.
If the city wasn't your starting point in the land of wizards, you can get there from London by train in less than 3 hours.
Windsor
If you want to get closer to the history of the English monarchy, head to Windsor. This is where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding took place. The town is small but colorful, imbued with the spirit of old Britain. From London, you can get there by train in less than an hour. Be sure to visit Windsor Castle – it's the main attraction. And also, definitely go to Legoland, no matter how old you are. Lego is for all ages!
York
Short and sweet. If you're a fan of history and authentic architecture, you'll definitely like it here. The peculiarity of the city is that almost everything has been preserved in its original form. This is because York was of no interest to the Nazis during World War II. We recommend taking the Free Walking Tour — 2 hours of interesting stories from a guide. It's also the cheapest tour because there's no fixed price – at the end, you give a donation of any amount. York does not have its own airport, and the nearest major city is Leeds. Therefore, the train is your faithful friend on this journey.
Stratford-upon-Avon
Hard to pronounce, but a significant place – William Shakespeare was born here. An endlessly romantic town! Walking through it, you don't want to rush at all, but just slowly stroll with pastries and a cup of coffee in hand. Of course, the number one place to visit is Shakespeare's Birthplace. An adult ticket costs £22.50 (£20.25 when booking online on the museum's website), but with this ticket, you can visit the museum for a year. It's quicker to get there by train from Birmingham – the journey will take less than an hour. From London – just over two hours.
In England, everyone will find something for themselves. Some want surfing, some magic, and some tea with milk at five o'clock. But the capital, too, is definitely worth attention. Big Ben, Tower Bridge, all that. To make walking around London more fun, use the Play London With Mr. Bean app. Its creators decided to show you the city not only from a tourist perspective but also to guide you through streets where there are practically no tourists. Visit places, complete easy tasks, and get discount coupons for it! They apply to boat tours, a cup of coffee, and much more. It's profitable and interesting. You should definitely try it!
If you are already familiar with England, read about Italy.
