England rejsetips

Day 1: See London Explore London on a hop-on hop-off bus tour or a private black cab experience, and be sure to visit St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben, the South Bank, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Day 2: London Shopping and Touring Harrod’s, Oxford Circus, and Piccadilly Circus are famous for their shops, but for a more local flavour, then visit Portobello Road for its antiques (Saturdays); Borough Market for the great food (Saturday); and Camden Markets with its alternative fashions and hand-made crafts. Don't miss the Tate Modern, the British Museum, the National Gallery, or the Victoria and Albert Museum. Day 3: Day Trips Beyond Head out of the city and explore Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Bath. Visit Stratford, birthplace of Shakespeare or the famous universities at Oxford and Cambridge. Go even further afield and try haggis in Edinburgh or snails in Paris.

For at du kan få mest muligt ud af din tid i London, har vi udarbejdet vores anbefalinger til de bedste oplevelser, der vil gøre din rejse uforglemmelig. Vælg fra vores udvalg af vandreture, og udforsk byen med en kyndig guide, der vil fortælle dig alt, hvad du har brug for at vide. Kom før de andre og få en af vores spring-køen-over-billetter til de største seværdigheder uden køer. Hvis du er på udkig efter noget specielt, og gerne vil forkæle dig selv, skal du kigge på vores eksklusive eller VIP-billetter. Hvis du er en rigtig gourmet, så får du svært ved at vælge mellem de forskellige madture vi tilbyder. Hvis du er eventyrlysten og har lyst til at se byen fra oven, så kan vores helikopterture give dig dit livs flyvetur. Planlæg din rejse, og bestil dine billetter nu.

De varmere måneder betyder, at briterne endelig kan vinke farvel til en mørk og trist himmel og hilse (i det mindste) en smule varmere vejr velkommen. Der er en lang række muligheder for at fordybe sig i kultur og historie på denne ikoniske destination. En af de bedste måder, som besøgende kan sikre sig at komme til seværdighederne, er at tage med på en dobbeltdækkerbustur, hvor man kan stige af og stige på. Det er en nem og frisk måde for rejsende at skræddersy en tur til det, de interesserer sig for, og at udforske gaderne i London uden at skulle klare bytrafikken og rundkørsler. Hvad enten du er interesseret i at se Windsor Castle, vagtskiftet ved Buckingham Palace eller komme på rundtur i Tower of London og London Bridge, er der masser af muligheder for besøgende, der søger en kongelig oplevelse. Rejsende, der foretrækker at begive sig uden for bygrænsen og dykke ned i Englands historiske fortid, kan tage til ikoniske Stonehenge eller med egne øjne se Downton Abbey via et stop ved Highclere Castle uden for London.

Syv Harry Potter-bøger har fortryllet både børn og voksne gennem det sidste årti. Udgivelsen af en ny bog har været en forsidenyhed, og fans har ligget i kø i flere dage, når en ny film i serien har haft premiere. Denne fænomenale succes har ikke kun gjort det sejt at læse, men har også skabt en bølge af interesse for de virkelige og opdigtede steder fra historierne. Så hvis du er vild med Harry og skør med Potter, så tag på en rundvisning, hvor du udforsker nogle af de centrale steder fra historierne om den unge troldmand fra Storbritannien. Uanset om du ankommer til London med kost eller i jumbojet, så er den bedste måde at bevæge sig rundt i byen på at benytte en traditionel sort taxa (selv Prins Philip har én). På turen, der er skræddersyet til Potter-fans, starter du i Diagonalstræde, som faktisk er det historiske Leadenhall Market.

With so many famous landmarks, world-class museums and famous shopping streets, London is a city that you could spend weeks exploring.Start your day early with breakfast at one of Covent Garden’s atmospheric cafés where you can enjoy some freshly baked pastries while ogling the street performers as they set up shops on the square. From here it’s an easy stroll to Leicester Square, where you can pick up some last minute tickets for a West End show in the evening and hop on one of the open-roofed sightseeing buses which will take you around the main sights – don’t miss a stop off at St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey. Buckingham Palace is sure to be on your list, so time your arrival for the changing of the guards, after which you can enjoy one of London’s impressive Royal parks, with a tour of St. James’s Park and enjoy a picnic lunch by the idyllic lake.

England’s only UNESCO World Heritage listed city, the cobblestone streets and exquisite architecture of Bath make it one of the UK’s most attractive cities and put it firmly at the top of many tourists’ itineraries. Windsor Castle is the largest working castle in the world that is still occupied by monarchy. For over 900 years, since William the Conqueror built a wooden fortress here, this has been a royal home and fortress. Queen Elizabeth spends a month at Easter, a week in June and most weekends at Windsor. This is also where she often hosts State Dinners for international dignitaries and entertains those she has knighted into the Order of the Garter (that's Sir to you and I). St George's Chapel is a working chapel and many royal weddings and funerals have occurred here; the Queen Mother and Henry VIII are buried in the chapel.

Bath is one of the great treasures of Britain and at just 97 miles (156 kilometers) from London, it makes a perfect day trip. Harmony and proportion were of supreme importance to the Georgian architects who determined the current shape of Bath, and they often drew inspiration from classical styles. Luckily outstanding examples were close at hand, with ancient Roman ruins recalling Bath’s age-old reputation as a spa town from which it also derived its name. Nearby Bath Abbey watches over the town center while the Royal Crescent is the largest and most impressive of Bath’s residential crescents, which unfold in elegant arcs of honey-colored stone. Bath is also noted for its literary associations; the Jane Austen Centre celebrates its most famous resident. Numerous other small but fascinating museums cover everything from fashion to astronomy, while the lush green of gorgeous English parks provide outdoor diversion.

Afternoon tea is considered to be a tradition in England and one that both locals and visitors take great pleasure in taking – although it is now seen as more of a treat to be taken in a hotel or tea shop than part of everyday life.Afternoon tea was first introduced in the 1840s when Anna Russell, the Duchess of Bedford, complained of feeling hungry between meals and asked for tea and cakes to be sent to her room to see her through to her evening meal at 8pm. This idea caught on amongst the middle and upper classes, and before long it became a daily activity, becoming more sophisticated and elaborate as well as developing into an important social occasion.

The Thames is London’s spine. Over history, it has served as a main thoroughfare for goods and people, including King Henry VIII when he and his courtiers were coming and going from Hampton Court Palace, (south-west of central London). With so much cultural significance, it's a special experience to be able to cruise down the river as we can today, and it makes for a perfect lunchtime activity. Escape the city's hustle and bustle, and add a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames to your afternoon. You'll cruise in style and enjoy both landmarks and a served lunch, freshly prepared onboard by a talented team of chefs. Whether you opt for one with live jazz or afternoon tea, the river will become one of your favorite lunch spots in London.

In and around the Cotswolds you’ll find a huge number of historically significant sites. Like the cobble-stoned streets of Oxford with its famous university and Christ Church Cathedral. Then if you travel north, you will find Blenheim Palace, where The Duke of Marlborough still lives and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. In Stratford-Upon-Avon there is traces of the great William Shakespeare everywhere and then further north along the Avon River you’ll find the 950-year-old looming towers of Warwick Castle. Finally you will reach Bath, nested in the embrace of the Cotswolds with its Georgian town, Bath Abbey, the Jane Austen Center and Royal Crescent.

Nothing epitomizes the bleak underbelly of Victorian society better than London’s East End; today it’s an area of smart boutiques, concept restaurants and a thriving Bengali community around Brick Lane but back in 1888 the very words Whitechapel struck horror into peoples’ hearts. It was here in the dank cobbled alleyways behind Spitalfields that some of the world’s most infamous – and hitherto unsolved – murders took place as five lowlife prostitutes were brutally knifed to death. Recent attempts at naming the Ripper murderer have cited a Polish immigrant called Aaron Kosminski, the Prime Minister William Gladstone, the artist Walter Sickert and even Queen Victoria’s own grandson. However, to this day the killer’s true identity remains unknown and so the gripping mystery still continues to fascinate and horrify in equal degrees. Tours of the East End to see the Ripper’s stomping ground can be taken by London’s iconic black cabs, by bike, hop-on, or hop-off bus.

Following the route of York’s medieval City Walls is a perfect way to take in the sights. It’s free to climb the well-preserved remains and strolling along the ramparts offers panoramic views of many of the city’s top attractions. Stop off along the way to admire the magnificent gothic York Minster Cathedral, climb to the top of Clifford’s Tower and sip coffee with a view of the iconic Micklegate Bar, the monumental gateway to the city. As one of England’s oldest cities and most thriving university towns, it’s no surprise that York has a wealth of museums and there’s truly something to suit all tastes. Experience life through the ages at the innovative York Castle Museum; ponder the archaeological treasures at the Yorkshire Museum; or clamber aboard steam locomotives at the National Railway museum . York is a hugely popular shopping destination so put aside some time to hit the shops and bag some unique souvenirs.

There are few places more quintessentially and unashamedly English than Oxford, a city so picturesque that even its nickname, "The City of Dreaming Spires," sounds lifted from a classic romance novel. With its medieval skyline of church spires, cobbled streets snaking through the town center and stately gardens adding a touch of greenery, this is a city that perfectly blends old English charm with modern shopping streets, a cutting-edge arts scene and a buzzing nightlife. A mere 55 miles from London and just an hour train ride away, Oxford is a popular day trip for those looking to escape the hectic pace of the capital.

Britain's favorite period drama Downton Abbey has been taking the world by storm of late, so get your top hats and teacups at the ready, and prepare to get a taste of Edwardian-era England. Highclere Castle The Small-Group 'Downton Abbey' and Highclere Castle Tour from London allows fans to perch on a chaise lounge in the grand salon where the Dowager Countess regales the ladies of the house over cups of tea; browse the 5,650-book library where the Earl of Grantham conducts business with his trusty Labrador Isis at his heels. Bampton Another popular spot for fans is the historic Oxfordshire village of Bampton, better known as its on-screen alter-ego, the fictional Downton Village. This village has a lower profile than Highclere Castle but experiences like the ‘Downton Abbey’ TV Locations Tour of Oxfordshire from London still offer the chance to spot the places Mr. Bates, Tom and Mrs. Patmore frequent on the show.

Those wanting to learn more about the Cathedral’s illustrious history can head to the nearby Canterbury Tales museum, where Chaucer’s famous characters are brought to life in an entertaining medieval recreation, but there’s more to the city than its most famous building. Spend your free time wandering around the Old Town, visiting sights like the ancient St Martin's Church, the oldest church still in use in the English-speaking world, the tilting 16th Century Sir John Boys' House and the ruins of the Norman-era Canterbury Castle. If you’ve still got time, take a boat trip along the River Stour or stroll through the pretty Dane John Gardens. The quickest way to reach Canterbury is by train (just over 1 hour), but taking a guided Canterbury tour from London means you can combine your visit with nearby sights like the majestic Leeds Castle in Kent or the famous White Cliffs of Dover, both of which lie close by.

The city’s latest venture in elevated entertainment is the O2 Skywalk, or ‘Up at The O2’, a 90-minute climb over the famous domed roof of the O2 Arena in Greenwich. The capital’s most sophisticated feat of modern design, The Shard is not only an impressive sight on London’s skyline, but it holds the title of the E.U’s tallest building at a whopping 1,016 feet high. Built in celebration of the new millennium back in 2000, the London Eye is not only the biggest Ferris wheel in, but has fast become one of the capital’s biggest tourist attractions with 3.5 million annual visitors taking to the skies for one of the best views in London. One of London’s principal landmarks, St. Paul’s Cathedral is sure to grace your London itinerary, but make sure you take the 250-step climb up into the viewing galleries of the iconic dome. If money’s no issue, one of the most exhilarating ways to explore London from above is to take a helicopter tour.

The story starts with the Beatles’ childhood homes: Mendips, the home John Lennon; Paul McCartney’s family home; Ringo’s home, and George Harrison’s childhood home. Next stop is St. Peter’s Church, where John and Paul first met in 1957. John went to school at nearby Quarry Bank. There’s also Strawberry Field, where John Lennon played as a child and recalled nostalgically in the hit 1967 single ‘Strawberry Fields Forever’. Penny Lane is another Liverpool sight commemorated by the Beatles in song. Of course, in the city center there’s the Cavern Quarter, focusing on the rebuilt Cavern Club where they played so many shows in the early 1960s. There’s also the Casbah club and other early venues the band played. To finish the tour, the final stop is the interactive multimedia Beatles Story at Albert Dock and Pier Head.

The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie, Pink Floyd, Kinks, Sex Pistols, The Who, Queen, Oasis, Led Zeppelin – they all called the British capital home at one point or other and often recorded their best albums there. Of course top of many fans’ wish lists will be the famous studios on Abbey Road where the Beatles recorded their album of the same name. You can recreate the cover on the pedestrian crossing and visit numerous other sites associated with Liverpool’s finest as you follow a magical history tour of London. But it’s not all Beatlemania. Visiting the venues, hotels and studios which have themselves become household names with many well known rock artists. Head to the North London district of Camden Town, where The Clash, Bob Marley and Madness once lived. Now its gritty venues continue to produce major indie bands of the future.

The grandeur of Liverpool’s maritime past is clearly visible along its waterfront in the historic piers, and the Three Graces, three lovely historic buildings which once housed the major maritime companies: The Liver Building, The Port of Liverpool Building and the Cunard Building. These date from the late 19th and early 20th century when Liverpool was one of the most important ports in the world. Times changed and Liverpool is now more reliant on people arriving by plane and train than ship. The Mersey Beat or Liverpool Sound brought world attention back to the city, primarily through The Beatles. Liverpool has other attractions, too: the Maritime Museum, the Tate Liverpool Art Gallery, Walker Art Gallery and Antony Gormley’s wonderful sculpture of figures standing in the ocean, ‘Another Place’. There are regular trains from London Euston Station to Liverpool Lime Street Station, taking between 2 and 2.5 hours for the direct service.

Stonehenge is one of England’s most iconic destinations. The mystery and folklore of the massive rock structures and surrounding green fields draws travelers and tourists to this historic landmark and there’s no better way to learn about its past than on a private day tour from London. Visitors get a three-for-one on the Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath day trip from London. They’ll learn about the home of the Royal Family, visit St. George’s Chapel and the State Apartments, then head to Salisbury for a stop at ancient Stonehenge. The tour tops off with a stop in Bath, where impressive panoramic views of London make for the perfect photo opportunity. Travelers who want to add even more to their England experience can include a stop at the village of Lacock, a medieval village known for its unique architecture and quiet charm. This private day tour also includes a traditional pub lunch at a classic English watering hole.

The Sherlock Holmes House and Museum makes the obvious starting place for tours and it’s testament to the widespread influence of the character that his fictional address has now been turned into a real-life recreation of the detective’s home. Head to 221B Baker Street and you can sink into Holmes’ favorite armchair in his characteristic Victorian study; check out his wacky disguises and treasured calabash pipe; and ponder the latest mysteries jotted in his detective notebook. Don’t forget to get your picture taken with John Doubleday’s Sherlock Holmes statue, which stands on the street nearby, or head to Madame Tussauds to cozy up with a waxwork replica of Robert Downey Jr in his Sherlock Holmes costume. There are dozens of other sights to check out and fans can visit the Royal Opera House and the Freemasons Hall – both key sights in Sherlock Holmes films; book dinner reservations at one of Holmes’ favorite haunts – Simpson’s in the Strand.

Roam London’s streets to see the famous Christmas lights and on Christmas Day see the capital free from public transport and crowds. Perfect for festive photos of top London attractions such as the Big Ben clock, the Tower of London and Trafalgar Square. If you fancy venturing further afield, then enjoy a smooth journey along quiet roads to see iconic England landmarks such as the UNESCO listed Stonehenge circle, or Leeds Castle.