Great Britain 4 Day Itinerary

Title: 4-Day Great Britain Itinerary

Day 1 - London

Places to Go:

  1. Buckingham Palace - Witness the Changing of the Guard (10:30 AM or 11:30 AM daily, except Sundays)
  2. The British Museum - Explore over two million years of history from cultures across the world. (Free admission, open daily)
  3. Tower of London - Visit the Crown Jewels and learn about its rich history. (Tickets: £25 for adults, £12.70 for children)
  4. Covent Garden - Enjoy street performers, shopping, and dining in this vibrant area.

Activities:

  • Ride the iconic London Eye for a bird’s eye view of the city. (Tickets: £31.50 for adults, £26.20 for children)
  • Take a boat tour along the River Thames to see many of London’s famous landmarks.

Things to Know:

  • London is a major global city and operates 24/7. However, many attractions have shorter hours on Sundays.
  • Public transportation (Tube) is extensive but can be crowded during peak hours. Use the Transport for London app for planning.

Visa Requirements:

  • Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand typically do not need a visa for stays under 6 months. Please check with your local embassy for specific requirements.

Day 2 - Oxford & Cotswolds

Places to Go:

  1. Oxford - Visit the world-famous University of Oxford and its historic colleges. (Some colleges require a tour or have an entry fee)
  2. Cotswold Village(s) - Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, or Chipping Campden are charming villages to explore in the Cotswolds area.

Activities:

  • Take a punting tour on the River Cam in Cambridge (Tickets: £15 for adults, £8 for children)
  • Walk the beautiful trails of the Cotswold Way and enjoy the scenic countryside.

Transportation:

  • Travel to Oxford by train from London Paddington station (45 minutes). Rent a car or take guided tours to explore the Cotswolds.

Day 3 - Bath & Stonehenge

Places to Go:

  1. Bath - See the ancient Roman Baths and visit Bath Abbey. (Tickets: £16 for adults, £7.50 for children)
  2. Stonehenge - Visit this iconic prehistoric monument and learn about its mysteries. (Tickets: £19.50 for adults, £10.80 for children)

Activities:

  • Take a thermal spa bath at the Thermae Bath Spa (Tickets: £42 for adults, £31 for children)
  • Walk around the scenic Royal Crescent and Jane Austen Centre in Bath.

Transportation:

  • Travel to Bath by train from London Paddington station (1.5 hours). Rent a car or take guided tours to visit Stonehenge.

Day 4 - Liverpool & Manchester

Places to Go:

  1. Liverpool - Visit the iconic Liverpool Cathedral, walk along the Albert Dock, and explore The Beatles Story museum. (Tickets: £16 for adults, £12 for children)
  2. Manchester - See Manchester Cathedral, visit the National Football Museum, and walk through the city center.

Activities:

  • Take a ferry ride across the Mersey River to see the famous Liver Building in Liverpool. (Tickets: £8 round trip for adults, £4 for children)
  • Visit Anfield or Old Trafford stadiums (depending on your favorite team!) in Manchester.

Transportation:

  • Travel to Liverpool by train from London Euston station (2.5 hours). Take a train or rent a car to travel between cities.