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Hot air baloons floating above the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol

Introduction

From our bustling cities and striking coastline to inspirational outdoor adventures, there are so many things to see and do in Britain and Northern Ireland.

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England is renowned for its iconic landmarks, as well as historic castles, world-leading museums, diverse festivals and top-notch sport.

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View to Buckingham Palace from the Mall showing union Jack flags

Explore Scotland’s stunning lakes, highlands, and wildlife-rich islands, as well as lively cities bursting with character.

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Wales sparkles with scenic beauty, rich history and adventure, from its magnificent castles and National Parks, to rolling hills, mountains and coastline.

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Discover World Heritage sites and Game of Thrones filming locations, dramatic coastlines, historic castles, and thrilling outdoor adventure in Northern Ireland.

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Sunset over the red basalt column. Sea views

Cities

Discover world-leading museums and galleries, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and a city brimming with history and culture.

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Picadilly Circus underground station

Explore Edinburgh, capital of Scotland, the world’s leading festival city and home to 10 international festivals.

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Explore Wales’ capital city Cardiff, famed for its iconic rugby stadium, Victorian shopping arcades, and thriving food scene.

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Belfast is a vibrant cultural hub on Northern Ireland’s east coast, packed with lively pubs, a diverse food scene and proud industrial heritage.

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The Titanic Belfast, a world famous museum which tells the story of the RMS Titanic

Famed for its Roman spa and Georgian architecture, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath has long been celebrated as a wellness and cultural retreat.

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Woman in the swimming pool, Thermae Bath Spa, Bath, Somerset, England.

Britain’s second largest city, Birmingham is an industrial hub with a vibrant, creative heart.

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Brighton rocks as a seaside town with cool shops, diverse cuisine, and inclusive celebrations bursting with south coast Pride.

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Bristol is a creative city with a rich maritime heritage, and home to legendary street artist Banksy.

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Lit up hot air balloons and fireworks in the night sky

The city of Cambridge is a hub for innovation and creativity, with a famous university dating back more than 800 years.

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Explore Coventry, birthplace of 2-Tone Music, Britain’s motor industry, and Peaky Blinders filming locations.

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Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, is full of character, with striking architecture, abundant green spaces, and a music scene as vibrant as its people.

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A couple sitting on a hill in park, with Glasgow skyline, and people cycling and walking along park paths.

The Lake District is Britain’s largest National Park at 912 square miles (2,362 square km) and is recognised by UNESCO for its beauty – its stunning lakes and mountains have inspired artists and writers for centuries.

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A view down a shopping street in Leeds' historic Victoria Quarter

Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with more museums and galleries than any city outside of London.

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Rooftop of Oh me oh my restaurant in Liverpool

Home to Manchester United and music legends, Manchester is one of Britain’s most dynamic cities, with an industrial history matched by its modern-day appeal.

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Steeped in legends that surround Robin Hood to literary greats, discover what this city has to offer.

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A performance in front of Nottingham Castle

Oxford is known as the 'City of Dreaming Spires', in honour of the architecture of Britain’s oldest university.

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Two boys playing on a path in front of a palace

Rich in history and royal traditions, Windsor is home to Britain’s largest inhabited castle and has been home to royalty for centuries.

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Guards marching, Windsor Castle

The city of Newcastle stands on the north bank of the River Tyne, connected to the neighbouring town of Gateshead by seven bridges.

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York is a medieval walled city with Viking and Roman heritage, famed for its magnificent cathedral and abundance of museums.

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Woman wearing trench coat and pink hat walking through narrow historic street of York, North Yorkshire, England.

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Home to some of Britain’s most dramatic scenery, the Peak District, east of Manchester, is a place of rolling hills and rugged moors, with picturesque market towns and adventure galore.

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A woman with her arms raised enjoying the view from high

The Lake District is Britain’s largest National Park at 912 square miles (2,362 square km) and is recognised by UNESCO for its beauty – its stunning lakes and mountains have inspired artists and writers for centuries.

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Hiker walking along a path on the mountain ridge at sunset

From rolling valleys and sweeping peaks to dramatic waterfalls, the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park in South Wales is overflowing with natural wonders, culture and heritage.

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Crowd at the Green Man Festival in front of the stage

The South Downs in Southern England is Britain’s newest national park, bringing together ancient woodland, seven rivers, historic castles and spectacular coastal trails.

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Two men on mountain bikes cycling at Devil's Dyke. Sunrise

The gateway into Scotland, the area packs the punch for outdoor adventure, with miles of cycling and hiking trails, paddleboarding and numerous golf courses.

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Girls standing on the zipwire platform in the pine forest

The North York Moors National Park, in North Yorkshire, stretches from countryside to coast and is home open moorland, sandy beaches and harbour villages.

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From its peaks and tumbling waterfalls, to charming villages and 200-miles of beautiful coastline, Snowdonia (Eryri) is Wales’ largest national park.

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Northumberland features historic castles, coastal trails and spectacular scenery within its National Park.

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View from a distance of a castle on hill near a beach

Pembrokeshire National Park, on the western edge of Wales, covers an area of 240 square miles (621 square km) and is home to sandy beaches, wildlife-filled islands, and medieval castles.

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Back view of two young boys in wetsuits sitting on a rock looking out to sea with blue sky

The New Forest National Park in Hampshire, southern England, is a region of forest, open countryside and coastline, famed for its free-roaming ponies.

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Two people riding bicycles on a trail past a horse in the New Forest

This vast, untamed national park in the heart of the Scottish Highlands is home to impressive mountains and castles, ancient forests, rare wildlife, and exciting year-round activities.

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is 30 miles (48km) from Glasgow and is an adventure haven, home to 720 square miles (1,865 square km) of mountains, forests and lakes.

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The Yorkshire Dales National Park covers 841 square miles (2,179 square km) of rolling hills, dramatic waterfalls, and is home to a spectacular network of 2,500 caves.

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Guards marching, Windsor Castle

Hugging the south-west, Devon is a playground for adventurers, explorers and food lovers.

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Photograph of Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway in North Devon

The two national parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor in south west England combine to offer dramatic coastline, untamed moors, spectacular wildlife and miles of trails to explore.

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Horses and riders trotting through the shallow water.

Explore England’s south-eastern county, affectionately known as the 'Garden of England'.

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Renowned for its glorious countryside, striking coastline and unique attractions.

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Located in the northern reaches of Scotland, the wild and awe-inspiring Scottish Highlands are all about scenic beauty and adventure.

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The Broads National Park sits on the border between Suffolk and Norfolk, in the east of England.

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Embracing five English counties, the lush rolling countryside, pretty stone villages, and rambling rivers of The Cotswolds offer a quintessential taste of Britain.

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North Wales is brimming with UNESCO World Heritage sites, magnificent castles, stunning coastlines, rolling hills and adrenaline-fuelled adventure.

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Harlech Castle standing on a grassy hilltop in North Wales. Blue skies and clouds

Coast

The Wales Coast Path takes in 870 miles (1,400km) of beaches, clifftop hikes, wildlife-filled islands, and historic castles along the nation’s coastline.

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Photograph of Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway in North Devon

The North Coast 500 (NC500) is an epic scenic route around the North Highlands of Scotland.

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A coastal masterpiece, the King Charles III England Coast Path will be the world’s longest shore walk, spanning a remarkable 2,795 miles (4,500km) of beaches, cities and nature reserves.

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At 200 million years old, the 96-mile (155km) stretch of south-west coastline known as the Jurassic Coast is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

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People kayaking along the shores of coastline

The gateway into Scotland, the area packs the punch for outdoor adventure, with miles of cycling and hiking trails, paddleboarding and numerous golf courses.

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Girls standing on the zipwire platform in the pine forest

Hugging the south-west, Devon is a playground for adventurers, explorers and food lovers.

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Photograph of Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway in North Devon

Explore England’s south-eastern county, affectionately known as the 'Garden of England'.

VisitBritain/Dipyourtoesin

Man and woman walking between vines at a vineyard

Renowned for its glorious countryside, striking coastline and unique attractions.

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White painted signpost on a clifftop at Lands End. White building

Wild waters and mythical landscapes, this stretch of the Atlantic coastline is home to Northern Ireland’s UNESCO World Heritage site, the Giant’s Causeway, and the stunning 130-mile (212km) Causeway Coastal Route.

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Distant view of people crossing a rope bridge over the sea

The awe-inspiring Scottish Islands are full of character, with friendly communities and an abundance of wildlife.

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A group of deer near a lake, grazing grass

Located in the northern reaches of Scotland, the wild and awe-inspiring Scottish Highlands are all about scenic beauty and adventure.

VisitBritain/Nadir Khan

Two mountain bikers cycling downhill down a mountain

North Wales is brimming with UNESCO World Heritage sites, magnificent castles, stunning coastlines, rolling hills and adrenaline-fuelled adventure.

VisitBritain/Lee Beel

Harlech Castle standing on a grassy hilltop in North Wales. Blue skies and clouds

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