City breaks in spring
Spring always seems to bring a breath of fresh air to English cities. As the first daffs poke their heads up in public parks, so the city sheds its winter skin in favour of a fresher look. And with so many vibrant cities to visit in England, where do you start? Do you stalk Canterbury’s cobbled streets in search of its secrets or swap The Canterbury Tales for Manchester’s Coronation Street Tour? If it’s the slick urban life you’re after then a city break in Nottingham’s hip creative quarter might do you good, with Michelin-starred dining and bijou boutique hotels.
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Watch the changing of the Guards in London
For sheer pomp and ceremony, you can’t beat the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.
Location: London, Greater London
Discover the home of Banksy on a Bristol Street Art Tour
Street art tours are a ‘must do’ cultural experience in the city, thanks to Bristol-born Banksy and many other famous artists
Location: Bristol
Enjoy the best view of Bristol from Cabot Tower
The greatest view of Bristol is like all best things in life, free. Head to Cabot Tower for an unforgettable panorama.
Location: Bristol
Discover the secrets to Worcester's hidden past
Visit one of the most historic and haunted cities in England and learn about the secrets of the city on a historic walking tour.
Location: Worcester, Worcestershire
Take a free walking tour of Bath with a local
Let the Mayor of Bath’s Honorary Guides show you the city of Bath with free daily walking tours.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Discover 2,000 years of history for free on a guided tour
Discover one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in England on a free Red Coat Guided Tour.
Location: Exeter, Devon
Explore the city with Oxford Official Walking Tours
The fantastic walking tours are the perfect way to explore and learn about the history, famous residents and odd traditions of this unique city.
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
See spectacular deer in Richmond Park
Don’t miss your chance to see the famous deer which have been roaming in the Royal Park since 1529.
Location: Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey
Stand astride the Prime Meridian at the Royal Observatory Greenwich
Stand with one foot in the east and one in the west and feel on top of the world at this historic observatory.
Location: Greenwich, London
Investigate the origins of Sherlock Holmes at Portsmouth Museum
Discover more about the creator of the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes at Portsmouth Museum.
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Go on a tour of Oxford University
A host of famous alumni and one... Harry Potter?
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
A shopping weekend in Birmingham
Enjoy great shopping and cutting edge art on a break to this buzzing city.
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Eat, drink, shop and play till late at Camp and Furnace
Camp and Furnace is all about fun: whether you want to play a game of Monopoly, go vintage shopping or sing-a-long with the music.
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Take Cambridge’s history in your stride on this walking tour
Navigate your way through Cambridge’s cobbled streets and its 1,000-year history, with one of the city’s expert guides.
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Marvel at Durham’s UNESCO World Heritage Site
Be awestruck by Durham Cathedral and Castle, take a relaxing stroll on the banks of the River Wear, and soak up a city as beautiful as it is historic.
Location: Durham City, Durham
Take a trip to Bristol's Old City & the St Nicholas Markets
Stroll hand in hand through Georgian squares to discover Bristol’s buzzing St Nicholas market, with its quirky stalls and diverse street food.
Location: Bristol
From Alice to Potter, scout out Gloucester's famous film locations
Seek out Gloucester’s cathedral and docks to see why the city is becoming such a firm favourite with film and TV producers in Hollywood and the UK.
Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hog the top deck on a bus tour of Lincoln
Plan a family holiday day out and discover the historic city of Lincoln by open-top bus.
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Rummage for antiques in an old railway station
Those with a passion for all-things vintage will feel at home in Bath, a chic Georgian city bursting with vintage markets and retro shops.
Location: Bath, Somerset
Indulge in a romantic city break in Manchester
Your romantic getaway is just round the corner; visit some of the city’s most sumptuous hot spots for great cuisine and spectacular skyline views.
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Uncover Manchester’s hidden gems
Get a taste of the city’s secret side and discover a plethora of unusual and wonderful places.
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
