As it’s officially summer here in the UK and another year of school is done, now is the time to ask yourself: what should I do with my summer vacation? Summer is the best time for you to explore the world. Besides, you deserve to take a break!
So before autumn comes, we have listed places in the UK you can visit to make your vacation worthwhile. With all the hard work you put into your study, you need to have a great vacation! Now, bring out your sun block and read on to find our top 5 places to visit:
London
Brighton
Aside from being near the city of London making it more accessible, the town of Brighton is a home of seafront restaurants, sports facilities and other leisure places where visitors can enjoy. You can also deepen your knowledge on their culture as they feature museums such as the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and the Royal Pavilion. As a royal palace in the early 19th century, the Royal Pavilion has great architectural and interior designs.
Bath
This city in Somerset, South West England is popular among tourists the whole year. Being one of the World Heritage Sites, Bath offers cultural sites you can visit – museums and cultural theatres. Roman archaeological sites are also found in the city such as the Bath Abby and the Royal Crescent. Bath Abbey is a parish church used for several religious activities and where the Vaults Heritage Museum can be found inside. The Royal Crescent is a Georgian structure, which served as a residence for some prominent figures. In the present, it’s considered one of the popular tourist destinations in the UK and known to be a location used for producing films and other entertainment programmes.
Cornwall
Since it’s summer, you may want to enjoy the heat of the sun on the beach. Cornwall can be the best place to visit as they have beautiful beaches. Aside from their coastline, tourists can also have a feel of their distinctive culture through their historic sites, museums and lovely landscape! They also have known spots for surfing located in the north coast. So if you’re aiming for the beach and wanting to have a historical tour at the same time, this could be your summer vacation destination.
Lake District in Cumbria
Other great vacation spot in the UK is the Lake District, a mountainous area located in the North West England. It’s a popular holiday destination because of its forest and lakes. Visitors can enjoy its scenery by walking through the Lake District National Park. The Lake District served great inspiration for English writers and literature. With its scenic views, it’s no wonder that poets and writers visited its beautiful landscapes. Whether you love the tranquility or you need inspiration for your artistic self, visit the Lake District and experience a different sense of peace.
These are just some of the summer vacation destinations in the UK that is worth the visit, as it has lots of interesting places to see. But you can always start here. Set your adventurous spirit free and explore the UK. Having visited these holiday and tourist spots, you can go back to school refreshed and enriched with a different culture.
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