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Day trips from London
Select Your Experience
- Pack a punch with a full-day tour to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Roman Baths with round-trip London transfers, perfect for budget-savvy travelers short on time.
- Explore Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Roman Baths with a guided tour in your language. Plus, upgrade your tour to include entry to these sites.
- Witness Windsor Castle's grandeur and St George's Chapel, the wedding venue for Prince Harry & Meghan Markle.
- Did ancient workers possess unknown technology to move Stonehenge's massive stones? Join the tour to find out!
- See the remarkably preserved Roman Baths complex and sample the legendary spa water.
Inclusions
- Day tour to Windsor, Stonehenge, and Bath
- English or Spanish-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers in an AC coach
- 25% discount on Stonehenge guidebooks
- Entry to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Roman Baths (optional)
- Tip: For fans of the iconic author, a visit to the Jane Austen Centre in Bath is a must. It houses exhibits dedicated to her life and works.
- There are stairs involved in getting from the Windsor coach park to the Castle due to elevator maintenance.
- St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle is closed to visitors on Sundays. On rare occasions, the State Apartments may be closed.
- Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and on December 25th and 26th.
- Being a functioning royal palace, Windsor Castle's schedule might be subject to unforeseen closures.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Explore the best out-of-town attractions from London with round-trip transfers included.
- Benefit from hassle-free transfers to and from London on a Wi-Fi enabled AC coach as well as the company of a professional English guide on this tour.
- Begin with the famous Windsor Castle, the favorite residence of Her Majesty, the Queen of England.
- Enjoy a walking tour of Windsor before you make your way to the famous Stonehenge and learn about its significance.
- Walkthrough Oxford, home to some of the most famous colleges in the world, including the University of the same name.
- Admire the architecture of Trinity College and the Bridge of Sighs and the quiet charm of the Sheldonian Theater and the Ashmolean Museum.
Inclusions
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Round-trip transfers on air-conditioned, WiFi-enabled coach
- VOX Personal Audio Headset
- Entrance to Windsor Castle & Stonehenge (Optional)
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Tip: For book lovers and history buffs, the Bodleian Libraries houses one of the oldest and largest collections of books in the UK. It's a must-visit!
- Note that the English Tour Only variant does not include entry into Stonehenge or Windsor Castle.
- Windsor Castle is closed to visitors on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout 2024.
- Not all coaches are wheelchair accessible, so please call or email before your tour date to confirm.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Go on a historical day tour to Stonehenge and the city of Bath with a professional English-speaking guide.
- Enjoy transfers in a luxurious air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi on board. With VOX audio headsets, never miss out on the detailed commentary of your guide.
- Visit Stonehenge, the world's most famous prehistoric monument and a world heritage site, which stands amidst the expansive landscape of Salisbury Plain.
- Discover the city of Bath on a walking tour. See Bath Abbey, the iconic Roman Baths, and Pulteney Bridge overlooking the river Avon.
- Opt for a full afternoon highlights tour in Bath with free time or upgrade to include tickets to the Roman baths.
Inclusions
- Stonehenge tour
- Bath Walking our
- Full-afternoon tour of Bath with free time (optional)
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Tickets to Stonehenge
- Tickets to Roman Baths (optional)
- Transfers by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Personal VOX audio set
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Tip: Stonehenge is an outdoor attraction, so make sure to dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
- During peak periods additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
- The Stonehenge audio guide is available in 12 different languages and can be downloaded prior to the visit or while you are on site. Please search for the ‘Stonehenge Audio Tour’ in your app store.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Visit Stonehenge, the iconic monument dating back to 3,000 BC, on this self-guided tour that includes the convenience of transport from London.
- Enter the Stonehenge Exhibition Centre and see the large collection of over 250 archaeological treasures it houses, some of which are over 5000 years old.
- Stroll the surrounding countryside and enjoy a tranquil experience on the Salisbury Plains before returning to London on your comfortable A/C and Wi-Fi executive coach.
Inclusions
- Entry to Stonehenge
- Facilities: Free Wi-Fi & USB chargers (on the coach)
- Round-trip transfers in an AC coach
- Multilingual audio guide
Exclusions
- Live guide
- Lunch
- Hotel transfers
- The audio guide is available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, Dutch & Polish.
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Head to the Cotswolds with a small group aboard luxurious transfers from London to explore hidden gems and local secrets with a guide.
- Discover Bibury, one of England's prettiest villages. Visit its famous Trout Farm and see the honey-limestone weaver cottages from the 17th century.
- Stroll through Burford's old streets with a picturesque countryside view and walk over the arched bridges of River Windrush surrounded by willows.
- Relax by the calming ripples in Bourton-on-the-Water and catch sight of a centuries-old wooden church before heading back to London.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of villages of Cotswolds
- Small group tour
- Round-trip transfers from London
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Audio headsets
- Tip: Pack a picnic for a tranquil lunch by the river in Bourton-on-the-Water, fondly known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'.
- Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: hot drinks/food, ice cream, or any food with a strong odor.
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- With this admission ticket to Hampton Court Palace, you can explore the home of Henry VIII, his wives and children.
- Collect your free audio guide available at the Information Center and enjoy the palace at your own pace.
- All of these attractions and exhibitions are included in your Hampton Court Palace admission ticket - The Magic Garden, Great Hall, Henry VIII's Kitchen, Haunted Gallery, Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Gardens, Mantegna Gallery, Privy Garden, Pond Gardens, and much more.
- Visit the kitchens of Henry VIII, learn the various elements of Tudor cooking, and get to know how banquets that catered to thousands of people were prepared.
- Explore 60 acres of beautiful gardens that run down to the River Thames and its unique attractions such as the National Plants collection, and several floral species.
- Choose the Anytime ticket option to visit the attraction at your convenience.
Inclusions
- Entrance to Hampton Court Palace and Gardens (timed or anytime entry, as per the option chosen)
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- Timed Entry Ticket
- Anytime Entry Ticket
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Discover Windsor Castle, perched atop a wooded hill overlooking the Thames and the home for kings and queens for over 1000 years.
- Once you head to the designated meeting point, you will be transported to the castle aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach.
- Enter the regal State Apartments and find works by renowned painters like Rembrandt and Da Vinci. Gain insights into the royal lifestyle via a multilingual audio guide.
- See Queen Mary's Dolls' House, a miniature royal home that includes electricity, running water, and functioning lifts.
- Make your way to St. George's Chapel, where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had got married.
Inclusions
- Entry to Windsor Castle State Apartments
- Round-trip luxury coach transfers from Bulleid Way, Victoria, or Earls Court
- Multilingual audio guide in 8 languages
- Visit to Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House & St George’s Chapel
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Depart from London with pick-ups from Bulleid Way, Victoria, or Earls Court
- 2 hours to explore Windsor Castle at your own pace with an audio guide
- Depart from Windsor for returning to London
- Tip: Don't miss the stunning fan vaulting in the Quire of St. George's Chapel.
- Multilingual audio guides are provided at Windsor Castle in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, and Spanish.
- There is a secure cloakroom in the China Museum at the entrance to the State Apartments for the storage of large items of baggage. Make sure you do not carry heavy bags as the Admission Centre to the Cloakroom takes about 10 minutes and is an uphill walk.
- While photographs can be taken outside the Castle buildings, it is not permitted inside St George's Chapel and the State Apartments.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Set off from Victoria Coach Station on a day-long tour to witness Oxfordshire's rich heritage starting with the Cotswolds.
- Travel in style with our Wi-Fi-enabled, USB-equipped coach and get expert guide's insights, amplified via personal audio headsets.
- Step into Bampton's lanes, the backdrop of Downton Abbey, a renowned TV series. Explore Downton Cottage Hospital and other key sites.
- Venture to Bourton-on-the-Water and bask in its serene ambiance, reminiscent of Venice, and stroll along the tranquil River Windrush.
- Upgrade your ticket to include Blenheim Palace entry fees to explore the palace.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Oxfordshire
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Round-trip transfers from the meeting point
- Free WiFi on coach
- Personal audio headset
- Blenheim Palace entry (optional)
- Tip: Try spotting the exact place where Sir Winston Churchill proposed to Clementine Hozier from the formal gardens
- This Tour does not visit Highclere Castle from the Downton Abbey series
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Visit some of England's most cherished landmarks as you set out for a fun day of sightseeing and learning.
- Hop aboard a comfortable coach from London and enjoy the rolling hills and sleepy villages on your way to the Cotswolds.
- Take in intriguing stories and factual information about the attractions you see along the way from your expert tour guide.
- Indulge in some spirited swordplay and feel like a knight, and check out the fabulously decorated State Dining Room here.
- Make your way to Oxford next, home to the oldest university in the English-speaking world.
- Upgrade your ticket to enter the 12th-century Warwick Castle and explore William Shakespeare's home.
Inclusions
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Walking tour of Oxford
- Round-trip transfers on AC coaches from Victoria
- Entry to Warwick Castle, Shakespeare’s birthplace, and the University Church of St. Mary the Virgin (optional)
Exclusions
- Meal inclusions
- Facilities: Free WiFi on coaches.
- During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Dive deep into Leeds Castle's illustrious past, the royal retreat with included access for select ticket holders.
- Ride in style with our luxury, air-conditioned coach, and stay connected with onboard free Wi-Fi.
- Benefit from your expert tour guide’s tales and enjoy clear, personal audio sets for a fully immersive experience.
- Behold Canterbury’s majestic stained glass artistry and stand atop Dover’s iconic cliffs. A visual treat awaits!
- Choose the ticket options without entry to Canterbury Cathedral to get free time to explore the area.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral & White Cliffs of Dover
- Luxury air-conditioned coach
- Professional tour guide
- Personal audio sets
- Free Wi-Fi
- Entry into Leeds Castle
- Entry into Canterbury Cathedral (optional)
Exclusions
- Food and beverages
- Tip: Pack a medieval-themed picnic! Enjoy bread, cheese, and apple juice for an authentic snack break.
- Wear comfortable shoes as there will be walking involved.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
What are my tour options for taking a day trip from London?
Guided tours
Guided tours include an expert guide who accompanies you on your trip. More often than not, these tours also include transfers, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free journey.
Non-guided tours
Also known as a self-guided tour, this option ensures you can plan your own itinerary and explore the location at your own pace. Typically, one has to arrange their own transportation when on non-guided tours.
Audio-guided tours
An audio-guided tour is one where you pay for and use an audio guide, usually found at the location, to get insight into the particular attraction. Most sightseeing locations have audio guides available in different languages to ensure all visitors can avail it.
Half-day tours
True to its name, a half-day tour takes up a part of your day for the tour. This is usually done for locations close by, so that the travel time isn’t a lot, giving you more time at the location.
Full day tours
Full-day tours either include multiple close-by locations or one far-off location, hence taking up an entire day for your visit. The tour starts in the morning and ends in the evening when you return home. It usually includes transfers and transportation.
Combo tours
Combo tours include two or more sightseeing locations in a single day trip, ensuring visitors can cover more locations in a set amount of time. It follows a strict schedule, and typically includes transfers and the assistance of an expert guide.
Things to do
How to get there
- Discover one of England’s most fascinating cultural icons, Stonehenge.
- Shop at the Stonehenge Visitor Centre or simply enjoy a drink at the Stonehenge Cafe.
- Visit Stonehenge Exhibition to gain insight into the history of the monument.
- Train
To get to Stonehenge, you will need to take a train from London to Salisbury, which is the closest station. From Salisbury, you can board a tour bus which will take you directly to the Stonehenge Visitor’s Centre. This route will take about 1.5 hours. - Bus
As with the train, you will need to take a bus to Salisbury, and then take the Stonehenge tour bus from the station. The journey will take you about 3 hours. - Car
This is a direct way of getting to Stonehenge, and will take you a little over 2 hours.
Things to do
How to get there
- Explore the Roman Baths and discover well-preserved remains of an ancient religious spa.
- Learn about the significance of Bath Abbey.
- Admire the fine Georgian architecture of The Royal Crescent.
- Train
There are frequent trains to Bath Spa from Paddington Station, with a travel time of about 1.5 hours. - Bus
The Victoria Coach station is where you can board a bus to Bath. Your travel duration will be about 3-4 hours. - Car
While driving is a direct and easy way to get to Bath, you may have trouble with parking as Bath is a small city and parking can get pricey. If you do drive, the journey will take you about 2.5 hours.
Things to do
How to get there
- Head to one of the oldest occupied castles in the world, Windsor Castle.
- Experience the lush and verdant Windsor Great Park.
- Visit St. George's Chapel, where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot.
- Train
There are direct trains from Paddington and Waterloo to Windsor & Eton Central. The duration of the journey is 45 minutes. - Bus
The Victoria Coach station is where you can board a bus to Windsor, with the journey taking a little over an hour and round-trip fares as low as £15. - Car
The drive to Windsor should take you about an hour. Please note that the long-term parking is a 20-minute walk from the entrance of Windsor Castle.
Things to do
How to get there
- Visit the stunning village of Castle Combe, among many others.
- Discover Cotswolds Wildlife Park.
- Head to Cotswolds Distillery, the first full-scale distillery in the Cotswolds.
- Train
There are trains from Paddington to the many stations in Cotswolds: Cheltenham, Gloucester, Kemble, Moreton-in-Marsh, Stonehouse, Ashchurch, Cam and Dursley, and Stroud. The journey can take up to 2 hours. - Bus
The Victoria Coach Station has buses that take you directly to Cheltenham, Gloucester or Stroud. The journey takes about 2.5 hours. - Car
Driving to Cotswolds can take anywhere between 1.5-2.5 hours.
Things to do
How to get there
- Take a tour of the University of Oxford.
- Visit the Oxford Botanic Gardens & Arboretum.
- Harry Potter fans can indulge in a tour of all film shooting locations.
- Visit other landmarks like Radcliffe Square, Bridge of Sighs Oxford, and Bodliean Library.
- Train
There are frequent trains between Oxford and London, where the duration of the journey is about an hour. - Bus
There are buses every 10-15 minutes from around the city to various bus stations in Oxford. This is called the Oxford Tube, and the journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. - Car
This choice is not as popular with travelers as parking in Oxford can get expensive. The drive is about an hour and a half without any stops.
Things to do
How to get there
- Discover Shakespeare’s Birthplace and see the house he was born and grew up in.
- Visit The Swan Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
- Explore Anne Hathaway’s cottage.
- Visit Holy Trinity Church, home to Shakespeare's grave.
- Get a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm.
- Train
There are direct trains from Marylebone Station to Stratford-upon-Avon, with the trip taking between 2-2.5 hours. - Bus
National Express runs 3 coach trips daily on weekdays to Stratford-upon-Avon Riverside Bus Station from Victoria Coach Station. The journey takes between 3-4 hours. - Car
The drive takes about 3 hours, and parking is steeply-priced.
Things to do
How to get there
- Take a tour of the University of Cambridge.
- Visit the Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
- Take a stroll along The Backs.
- Explore the King’s College Chapel.
- Visit the Mathematical Bridge and the Bridge of Sighs.
- Train
There are frequent trains to Cambridge from King’s Cross Station. The journey takes about an hour. - Bus
National Express runs buses between Victoria Coach Station and Cambridge City Center. The journey takes between 2-2.5 hours. - Car
The drive from London to Cambridge is very scenic and can take up to 2 hours.
Things to do
How to get there
- Visit Lacock Abbey, where some part of the Harry Potter movie franchise were filmed.
- Explore the Fox Talbot Museum.
- Train
There are no direct trains from London to Lacock. One can take a train from Paddington Station to Lacock, with a change at Chippenham Railway Station. The journey takes about 2.5 hours. - Bus
National Express runs 5 coach trips daily to Chippenham from Victoria Coach Station. From Chippenham, you can take a bus to Lacock. The overall journey will take you approximately 3 hours. - Car
The drive from London to Lacock is easy as it involves no changing trains or buses. This route takes a little under 2 hours.
Plan Your Day Trip
Things to Do
How to get there
- Explore the magnificent Leeds Castle.
- Visit the Dog Collar Museum.
- Head to Culpeper Garden, named for the family that owned the castle in the 17th century.
- Meet birds of various species at Bird of Prey Centre.
- Check out the Falconry Displays.
- Train
There are frequent trains from London and Bearsted Station, which is closest to the castle, where the duration of the journey is over an hour. You can then take a shuttle to the castle. - Bus
There are buses from London Victoria Coach Station. Take Bus Number 814 or 021 and disembark at Maidstone King Street. From here, transfer to Bus Number 10X and get off at Hollingbourne, which is about 15 minutes away from Leeds Castle. - Car
Follow the brown and white tourist signs from junction 8 of the M20 motorway. The drive is about an hour and a half.
Plan your Day Trip
Things to do
How to get there
- Explore the Canterbury Cathedral.
- Experience a Stour Boat Trip.
- Stop and smell the roses at Westgate Gardens.
- Visit St Augustine’s Abbey, which was founded in 598.
- Train
There are frequent trains from London to Canterbury. You can take a train from St. Pancras, Victoria, or Charing Cross stations to Canterbury East or Canterbury West stations. The journey should take you about an hour or so. - Bus
There are buses to Canterbury from London Victoria Coach Station. The journey should take you about two hours. - Car
You can drive down from London to Canterbury via the M2. The drive is about an hour and a half.
Plan Your Day Trip
Things to do
How to get there
- Admire the Magna Carta at Salisbury Cathedral.
- Take a trip back in time at Old Sarum.
- Visit Edward Heath’s home at Arundells.
- Discover local artifacts at Salisbury Museum.
- Train
There are frequent trains from London Paddington and Waterloo stations to Salisbury. Some require changes. The journey should take about two hours. - Bus
National Express runs buses from London Victoria Coach Station to Salisbury, New Canal. You will have to change at Ringwood. The journey should take you about three hours. - Car
You can drive from London to Salisbury via the M3. The journey takes between 2-2.5 hours.
Plan Your Day Trip
Things to do
How to get there
- Explore the stunning Warwick Castle.
- Head to Royal Leamington Spa, which is known for its medicinal springs and gardens.
- See Lord Leycester Hospital, which is a well- preserved example of medieval architecture.
- Visit St. Mary’s Church, which has been around since the 11th century.
- Train
There are frequent trains from London to Warwick. You can take a train from London Euston or Paddington station to Warwick. The journey should take you about two hours, and may involve changes. - Bus
There are buses to Warwick from London Victoria Coach Station. Please note that you may have to change more than once. The journey will take you about four hours. - Car
You can drive down from London to Canterbury via the M40 or the M1. The drive will take you between 1.5-2.5 hours.
All Questions Answered About London Day Tours
Which are the best one-day trips from London?
Apart from the locations mentioned above, some of the best day trips from London are to Dover, Brighton, and Reading. The White Cliffs of Dover and the impressive Dover Castle make for a great day tour from London for people of all ages. Brighton, with its beach, galleries, and hipster culture is a hit with youngsters and couples. Reading is known for its rich history, as seen in its numerous museums. This destination is typically visited by families and couples.
What’s the best summer day trip to take from London?
One of the best day trips to take in the summer is to Stonehenge from London. The drive there is breathtaking, and the weather is quite pleasant. Most importantly, the Stonehenge Summer Solstice is celebrated every year to mark the longest day of the year. The sun’s rays glide over the monument and one gets the most perfect view of the sunrise, and thousands of people gather to watch it happen.
What’s the best winter day trip to take from London?
Cotswolds in winter is a breathtaking experience. The crisp, cold weather and inspiring natural beauty make for a wonderful time. If you time your trip right, you can also explore the many Christmas markets, grab a hot chocolate, and celebrate the festive season. Another great place to head to for a winter day trip from London is to Windsor. Between November and March, Windsor Castle’s King George IV’s Semi-State Rooms are open to the public, which will make your trip even better.
What is the best weekend trip from London?
If you have an entire weekend to spare, you can spend longer in the Cotswolds and head to different villages and explore the walking trails. Other popular weekend getaway destinations include Warwick, Bristol, Edinburgh, and Paris.
What mode of transportation works best for day trips from London?
This depends on the destination. If a direct train or coach is available to your destination, it’s best to opt for that, because it is usually more budget-friendly and gets you there quicker. However, if it’s a destination that requires a lot of changes, one would be more comfortable driving there. It is also best to keep in mind that in some places, parking fees can be pretty expensive, so if you opt to drive, you will also have to consider the parking charges wherever you go.
Are guided tours available in these locations?
All the above-mentioned locations have guided tours available. Whenever possible, it’s best to opt for a guided tour, as it gives you insight and information that you wouldn’t be able to get otherwise, thus enriching your experience. If you take a specific day tour, you can also purchase tickets with transfer that will get you to the location, followed by a tour, and back.
What should I carry along for my day tour?
What you need to carry along depends on the location and season. But overall, you need to carry your passport, some cash, a hat or sunglasses, and a camera. Additionally, as the weather in England can be unpredictable, ensure you pack a light jacket, and a raincoat or umbrella.