We’ve put together some of the best towns and cities in south England for a day trip, holiday, or vacation.
From epic coastline to quaint villages and ancient cities, there’s just a lot to explore in Southern England.
Here are our picks…
1. London
We start with the biggest place in the South of England, and the UK: London.
With about 20 million people in Greater London there’s bound to be something for everyone. Whether it’s the history and spectacle of central London, or areas like Greenwich, Camden, Covent Garden, and Chiswick are all great.
London’s also a melting pot of different cultures and people, best scene via the vibrant food scene.
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2. Bath
Bath is one of the unique and most beautiful cities in South England. It is a historic town with an ancient history of Roman baths.
The city is full of fantastic Georgian buildings built from bath stone.
It’s also got a close connection with Jane Austen, who lived in the town, and fans of the author can visit the excellent Jane Austen museum.
3. Cotswolds
Home to some of England’s most popular villages, the Cotswolds is a place worth visiting. This town is known for its cosy cottages and honey-coloured stone. Visit Broadway, Bibury, Castle Combe, and Burford – which are beautiful, charming, and historical.
If you’re adventurous, you can go hiking on the Cotswolds way, about 100 miles to Bath or participate in the water sports at the Cotswolds water park.
4. Newquay
Newquay is a famous beach town in Cornwall. The town is a great vacation destination for families, especially for its bounty of blue flag beaches, bars, and clubs. However, that’s not all.
Newquay is home to unique villages such as Holywell, Perranporth, and St Agnes.
You can visit Rick Stein’s restaurant in Padstow for some special breakfast treat. Then hit the Watergate beach, home to some of the best family hotels in Cornwall.
5. Truro
The county town of Cornwall is a lovely market town on a river of the same name.
It’s notable for its cathedral which, despite its ancient looks, is actually only about 10