4 days in United Kingdom Itinerary in April

4 days in United Kingdom Itinerary

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Start: Manchester

Train

London

— 2 nights

Fly

Edinburgh

— 1 night

Train

End: Manchester

Mon, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 11 Edit

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nights

London

The Square Mile

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

London is known for museums, nightlife, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: enjoy breathtaking views from Coca-Cola London Eye, don't miss a visit to Big Ben, admire the masterpieces at The British Museum, and ponder the world of politics at Houses of Parliament.

To find maps, where to stay, and tourist information, use the London day trip planner.

Manchester to London is an approximately 3-hour train ride. You can also fly; or drive. In April, daily temperatures in London can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to travel to Edinburgh.

Things to do in London

Museums · Historic Sites

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Coca-Cola London Eye

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    Art Museum
                    
National Gallery

4.7

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    Observation Deck
                    
Tower Bridge

4.7

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Edinburgh

Athens of the North

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Thu): learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, and then appreciate the history behind Scott Monument.

To find other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Edinburgh driving holiday planner.

You can fly from London to Edinburgh in 4 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In April, daytime highs in Edinburgh are 13°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can catch the train back home.

Things to do in Edinburgh

Historic Sites · Museums

Find places to stay Apr 10 — 11:

Hotels on TripAdvisor

Homes on Airbnb

Highlights from your trip

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    Must see
            
Edinburgh Castle

4.4

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    Natural History Museum
                    
National Museum of Scotland

4.7

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    Monument
                    
Scott Monument

4.5

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Specialty Museums · Nightlife · Castles

Home to an impressive 25 World Heritage sites, the United Kingdom, which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, has hundreds of museums to explore, thousands of parks and gardens to stroll through, and tens of thousands of communities to discover. From Land’s End in the south to John O’Groats in the north, the country is packed with tourist attractions that can fill a range of itineraries. With nearly 30 million tourists visiting every year, the UK is ranked among the top ten holiday destinations in the world. Known for its royalty, this country also represents a diverse patchwork of native and immigrant cultures. Although Britannia no longer rules the waves, it possesses a captivating history and a dynamic modern culture, both of which remain hugely influential on the rest of the world.