15 Best Places to Visit in England

London is the most visited city in England among tourists.

There is so many amazing sites to see and this list will give you some of the most popular things to see and do while here.

York is a Medieval city in northeast England that was founded by the ancient Romans and has close ties to the Vikings. Walk the cobblestone streets of The Shambles, learn the history of chocolate making in the city and visit a beautiful Gothic cathedral.

Canterbury is located in southeast England and was an important pilgrimage site in the Middle Ages. Apart from Canterbury Cathedral, you'll find cobbled streets and timber-framed houses throughout the city.

Bath gets its name from the Roman baths that the city is most famous for. Walk back in time and bathe in the mineral springs, check out the mixture of Gothic and Georgian architecture and the beauty of Pulteney Bridge.

Visit the English coast to see the White Cliffs of Dover and discover the Castle that became important throughout history due to it's proximity to the English Channel.

An often overlooked city, Wells is one of the most charming places in all of England. Enjoy spending time exploring the gardens of the Bishops Palace, take time to admire the Gothic Cathedral and walk down Vicar's Close, a fully intact Medieval street.

The history of Glastonbury is one that is steeped in ancient lore and a visit here will allow you to see a mix of both historic sites and new age artistry. It is eclectic and unique and certainly something you should experience at least once!

While this is a university town, it really is so much more. We believe Oxford is one of the best places to visit in England because it is so different from every other place on our list. It is full of Gothic architecture, Harry Potter references and there is even a Narnia door.

When it comes to historic churches, nothing is quite like Salisbury Cathedral. It is not just a beautiful church, but it also houses some pretty unique items like the first clock and one of the few copies of the Magna Carta.

Located in Wiltshire, about 20 minutes from Salisbury and 90 minutes from London, Stonehenge is one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world!

Avebury is just minutes from Stonehenge and is home to the largest neolithic circle in the world.

If you want to see Hadrian's Wall, head to Northumberland to Housesteads Roman Fort. You will see one of the most beautiful landscapes in all of England.

There is a reason why the Queen makes this her home! It is a lovely city full of charm. Visit Windsor Castle, experience Evensong at George's Chapel and walk through Savill Garden.

The Cotswolds span nearly 800 miles and goes through 5 counties. What these villages have in common is character. With rolling hills as a backdrop, most of the homes in this part of England have one thing in common, the quaint golden limestone buildings.

Even if you aren't a fan of Downton Abbey, you really should take time to visit Highclere Castle.  Located in Hampshire, the 5000-acre estate consists of a stately home, grounds and gardens and makes a great day trip.