VisitBritain - Welcome
Welcome to our city guides. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about Britain's best cities - from the top museums and galleries to how to get around on public transport.
Each city guide has a Day time and Night time guide, so you'll find something to do for every minute of the day, no matter what your interests. Whether you want to shop 'til you drop, relax in a beautiful garden or historic house, explore the city with a tour or trail, or soak up the culture, we've got the information you need. And don't miss our 5 day-time and night-time must-dos to guarantee you a great time.
So just pick the city you want to visit, and find out what awaits you when you come to Britain!
An exquisite Georgian spa city boasting the Royal Crescent, Roman Baths, and Thermae Bath Spa. Founded by the Romans and now a World Heritage Site.
Known as Scotland’s style capital with its art deco brasseries, stylish shops and cultural centres, Glasgow boasts more than 30 museums and galleries and an annual programme of performing arts and festivals.
Northern Ireland’s capital city offers an ideal location to spend a city break and is perfectly located to act as a gateway to the rest of Northern Ireland.
Liverpool is fast becoming one of Europe’s most popular city break destinations. Awarded European Capital of Culture 2008, it boasts more theatres, museums and galleries than any other UK city outside London.
Birmingham, a dynamic business city, offering a world class cultural scene, a diverse and lively mix of shopping, attractions, nightlife, major international events and exhibitions.
London needs little introduction. This vibrant, multi-cultural capital is a world leading destination city. London is full of history, heritage and culture, yet one of the most fast-moving, cosmopolitan cities on the planet.
England’s favourite seaside city, Brighton is historic, elegant and offbeat and the perfect place for a break.
The city is widely recognised as the coolest in Britain. Manchester has reinvented itself as a truly contemporary metropolis, with modern landmarks, excellent art and culture, great bars and world-class hospitality.
This unique city boasts a history rich in nautical exploration, adventure and industry; a heritage that has helped transform Bristol into the exciting, cultural place that it is today.
Whatever you might be expecting, expect something different in this fast-moving cultural city. Newcastle-Gateshead has an energy and excitement that is distinctly, uniquely its own, blending world-class attractions with a history that stretches back over 2,000 years. Come and share the excitement.
Visit Cambridge and explore the historic college buildings, plus a wide range of attractions and museums. Take a short break and enjoy the surrounding areas.
This ancient university city is both timeless and modern, its 'dreaming spires' and tranquil college quadrangles coexisting with lively arts venues, bustling shops and fashionable restaurants.
Historic cathedral city of Chaucer’s Tales and a UNESCO world heritage site. ‘Pilgrims’ are still welcomed to this walled city for its shopping, restaurants and attractions.
Enjoy the new look Portsmouth; centuries of maritime heritage, the resort of Southsea, and the Spinnaker Tower offering spectacular views over the south coast.
Cardiff, vibrant capital city of Wales offers visitors fantastic shopping, lively nightlife, a thriving arts and culture scene and history dating back to Roman times.
Stratford-upon-Avon is William Shakespeare’s home town with glorious river setting, five houses associated with Shakespeare, The RSC Courtyard Theatre and first class shopping and dining.
Ancient, dynamic, traditional, exciting, Chester is one of Britain's best breaks. The city offers classy architecture, world class heritage, café society and entertainment galore.
The historic town of Warwick, with its magnificent Castle, secret gardens, antique shops and great choice of restaurants, is a magical place for a short break.
Scotland’s capital is distinctive not only for its neo-classically inspired architecture, but also for its artistic life which hosts the largest arts festival in the world each year.
The History of York is the History of England. 2000 years of history, award-winning attractions, quaint teashops, bustling shopping streets and an excellent array of restaurants, bistros, bars and evening entertainment.