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Want to escape the city? Here’s where to go and what to see in the UK and beyond
7 awesomely beautiful walks near London
From seaside strolls along white cliffs to beautiful woodland treks, these incredible walks are within easy reach
The Airbnbs near London to book right now
Dreaming of post-lockdown breaks? Find these amazing Airbnbs within an hour or two of the city
Extremely floral day trips from London
Wake up and smell the flowers at these country gardens, woodlands and flower farms near the city
10 brilliant beaches near London
Swap the sounds of the city for some sweet sea air at these sandy sanctuaries less than two hours away
The latest UK travel news
When is the next train strike? Dates and affected lines in May 2024
When is the next train strike? Dates and affected lines in May 2024
More industrial action is planned for the coming weeks and months
This train route between London and northeast England is being scrapped
This train route between London and northeast England is being scrapped
LNER’s ‘difficult decision’ to scrap its London-Sunderland service is apparently the result of low passenger numbers
This massive £340 million train station is coming to Belfast later this year
This massive £340 million train station is coming to Belfast later this year
Belfast Grand Central will be the biggest transport hub in Northern Ireland
Heathrow Airport strikes 2024: full list of April and May dates and airlines affected
Heathrow Airport strikes 2024: full list of April and May dates and airlines affected
Border force and refuelling staff have announced several strikes over the next few weeks
A high-speed train route between Liverpool and Manchester just got a step closer to being built
A high-speed train route between Liverpool and Manchester just got a step closer to being built
The mayors of both Liverpool and Manchester are in support of the plans
This British airline has been crowned the best in Europe
This British airline has been crowned the best in Europe
At the Routes Europe Awards, the carrier was commended for adding loads of new destinations to its roster
More adventures from London
13 best family day trips from London to do with the kids (or the dog)
Looking to get out of the city? These brilliant family days out are all within easy reach of London
17 day trips from London to escape the city
Whether you’re after a seaside jaunt or a country retreat, here are the best trips from London we’re planning...
10 chocolate-box villages in easy reach of London
They’re pretty, they’re quaint and they’re a lot closer to London than you might think – here are 10...
The best spots to go camping near London
Planning to ditch the city? Pitch your tent at one of these countryside campsites just a short trip from London
Six dazzling day trips within an hour from London
Lose yourself in lavender, glide along in a punt, or be beside the seaside with these ace day trips less than 60...
The best beaches near London for a sandy escape
Time to swap the sounds of the city for some salty sea air? These are the absolute best beaches near London
Ten incredible wild swimming spots near London
Get out of the city and into some of the amazing pools, lakes and ponds near London
12 flower-filled day trips from London
Treat your eyes to blooming gorgeous banks of colour at these picturesque English gardens, woodlands and flower...
The 16 best seaside towns to visit near London
The Thames not big enough for you? Upgrade your summer days by the water in one of these cute coastal towns near...
10 ridiculously scenic walks near London
From seaside strolls along white cliffs to beautiful woodland treks, here are the best walks within easy reach...
Book these incredible UK Airbnbs
The best Airbnbs in The Cotswolds
Good choice. The Cotswolds really is a glorious part of the UK – and it’s got some belting Airbnbs, too
The best Airbnbs in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall
Book a sunny summer holiday in one of these stunning South West gems
Good choice. The Cotswolds really is a glorious part of the UK – and it’s got some belting Airbnbs, too
The best Airbnbs in The Cotswolds
Good choice. The Cotswolds really is a glorious part of the UK – and it’s got some belting Airbnbs, too
The best Airbnbs in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall
Book a sunny summer holiday in one of these stunning South West gems
The best Airbnbs in the Lake District
You can’t do much better than the Lake District, especially if you book one of these incredible Airbnbs
The best Airbnbs in the Scottish Highlands
From cosy loch-side cottages to sixteenth-century castles, the Scottish Highlands is dotted with one-of-a-kind Airbnbs
The best Airbnbs in the Peak District
Take your Peak District adventure to the next level by booking one of these charming cottages, quirky conversions and other super-cute Airbnbs
Amazing places to visit in the UK
The 17 best and coolest seaside towns in the UK
The UK’s seaside towns are having a renaissance right now. Here’s our pick of the very best places for a coastal getaway
Beautiful places to see bluebells across the UK
Almost half of the world’s bluebells are here in the UK. Here are the best places to see them.
The UK’s seaside towns are having a renaissance right now. Here’s our pick of the very best places for a coastal getaway
The 17 best and coolest seaside towns in the UK
The UK’s seaside towns are having a renaissance right now. Here’s our pick of the very best places for a coastal getaway
Beautiful places to see bluebells across the UK
Almost half of the world’s bluebells are here in the UK. Here are the best places to see them.
UK destinations that look nothing like the UK
Find international vibes without having to remember where you left your passport
13 fairytale forests to visit in the UK
Where better than deep in the trees to shake off your malaise?
The best beaches in the UK
Ready for a blast of sea air?
More of the UK’s best bits
The best beaches in the UK
Despite the clichés of windy, stony seaside holidays, the UK boasts some seriously beautiful beaches
The best UK campsites
Shhh... can you hear that? It’s the call of the great outdoors
9 UK destinations that look nothing like the UK
It turns out you don’t actually need to venture away from the UK to find international vibes
The 17 best and coolest seaside towns in the UK
Cutting-edge art and destination bars, pubs and restaurants are making Britain’s coast cool again
Travel around the world
11 underrated summer travel ideas in Europe
From river beaches to outdoor art trails, these summer trip ideas offer great alternatives to crowded coasts and congested cities
Mystery travel is having a moment – here’s how to do it, and what to expect
This rising travel trend aims to put the fun and adventure back into travel, but is it worth the hype?
From river beaches to outdoor art trails, these summer trip ideas offer great alternatives to crowded coasts and congested cities
11 underrated summer travel ideas in Europe
From river beaches to outdoor art trails, these summer trip ideas offer great alternatives to crowded coasts and congested cities
Mystery travel is having a moment – here’s how to do it, and what to expect
This rising travel trend aims to put the fun and adventure back into travel, but is it worth the hype?
‘It’s all my dad’s ever known’: The young families keeping the Birmingham balti alive
Birmingham’s most famous dish has seen a decline in recent years, but some family-run restaurants are still fighting the good fight
A local’s guide to Malmö, Eurovision 2024’s host city
Minutes away from Copenhagen, Sweden’s southernmost city is worth a mini-break on its own – and it’s way cheaper than you might think
This little-known Icelandic island gives Reykjavik’s food scene a run for its money
Here’s why we named Matey Seafood Festival one of the best things to do in the world this year
More travel news
Venice’s new tourist tax has officially launched
Venice’s new tourist tax has officially launched
Italy’s latest attempt to fight overtourism is a fee on day-trippers to Venice at peak times
Has Milan really banned ice cream?
Has Milan really banned ice cream?
After-hours takeaways might soon face restrictions as the city battles late-night noise complaints
A brand new train route connecting some of Europe’s most exciting cities is launching next year
A brand new train route connecting some of Europe’s most exciting cities is launching next year
Founders of Dutch operator GoVolta hope to launch services by May 2025
The Mona Lisa could be getting a brand-new home
The Mona Lisa could be getting a brand-new home
After years of overcrowding in front of this legendary painting, the Louvre are moving things around
Where was ‘The Red King’ filmed? The surprising locations behind the new cult thriller
Where was ‘The Red King’ filmed? The surprising locations behind the new cult thriller
How the new police show brought culty scares to Northumberland and Craster
These are the cheapest European package holidays for summer 2024
These are the cheapest European package holidays for summer 2024
The likes of Spain, Greece and Italy are surprisingly some of the most affordable, according to Which? Travel
From our travel editors
The 40 coolest neighbourhoods in the world
We polled city-dwellers and grilled local experts for our annual ranking of the world’s coolest areas
The 50 best cities in the world right now
Every year we rank the very greatest cities in the world, based on a survey of thousands of locals
We polled city-dwellers and grilled local experts for our annual ranking of the world’s coolest areas
The 40 coolest neighbourhoods in the world
We polled city-dwellers and grilled local experts for our annual ranking of the world’s coolest areas
The 50 best cities in the world right now
Every year we rank the very greatest cities in the world, based on a survey of thousands of locals
The world’s 14 most underrated travel destinations
From a little-known Greek island to an English seaside city brimming with culture, these underlooked destinations are well worth a visit
11 of the prettiest islands in the world
These beautiful islands around the world are the dictionary definition of paradise
6 of the world’s coolest and weirdest underground attractions
These are the wonders of the subterranean world
Discover the world’s best cities
London
Free culture, huge parks and a pub on (almost) every corner
New York
Amazing culture, amazing restaurants, amazing bars, amazing everything
Paris
Bistros, romance and culture everywhere you turn: it can only be Paris
Hong Kong
A colourful, frenetic city with a rich, East-meets-West heritage
Sydney
Australia’s ‘Emerald City’ glitters with lush foliage and a world-famous harbour
Barcelona
Modernista architecture meets Mediterranean beaches: result!
Madrid
Top tapas and must-see museums. Oh, and it’s always sunny
Chicago
In 2018, Time Out readers voted the Windy City the best in the world
Melbourne
This buzzy cultural capital never stops (except for cocktails)
Los Angeles
Malibu to Venice Beach to Sunset Strip to Amoeba Records: LA has it all