Top 5 Best Cities to Explore in London

England, the largest country in the UK, offers a rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. Despite pandemic challenges, it remains a top choice for tourists exploring the British Isles. Discover what makes England a must-visit destination in the United Kingdom.

5.Bristol

Bristol is a British city with a maritime history. The city is considered a hub of aerospace and technology industries. It is also famous for the largest annual ballooning event also known as the "Bristol International Balloon Fiesta". Bristol cuisine is a mix of traditional British cuisine and international flavours.

The city has a warm and temperate climate. The winters are generally long, very cold, windy and cloudy, summers, on the other side, are comfortable and partly cloudy. July is the best month to visit this city as the Bristol Harbour Festival falls in this month. Along with it, the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta and FORWARDS Festival also fall between late June to ear September.

The harbourside is the best area to visit in Bristol, including many restaurants, shops and bars. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Brunel's SS Bristol Museum and the Art Gallery are places worth visiting. Ladye Bay, Weston Super Mare and Sand Bay are the popular beaches in Bristol.

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4.Liverpool

Liverpool Is a beautiful city renowned for its rich musical heritage, art, architecture, sports and nightlife. Liverpool is termed as "World Capital City of Pop" by Guinness World Records. It is one of the most successful footballing cities in England. It is the home of Premier League football teams Everton FC and Liverpool FC.

The climate of Liverpool is temperate maritime. During winters, it is quite cold, whereas summers are mild. I consider, the late spring and summer seasons to be the best for tourists to visit this beautiful city.

Museum of Liverpool, Liverpool Central Library, Royal Albert Dock and St. George's Hall are some of the top places that can be accessed free. The Cavern Club is also a famous destination for tourists as it is the birthplace of the Beatles. Along with the river Mersey, The Waterfront is a picturesque area featuring historic architecture.

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3.Glasgow

Glasgow is located on the banks of the River Clyde, in Scotland. It is renowned for its culture, shopping sites and people. It also became famous for its vibrant nightlife, Victorian architecture and music. It is also a UNESCO city of music and owns many legendary bands and musicians, Simple Minds, Mogawai and Franz Ferdinand. This city is also the birthplace of the world's first ultrasound machine.

Glasgow has an oceanic climate. The winters are usually mild, while summers are cool. Constant drizzle is a common feature of the city. February, according to me, is the best month to visit Glasgow as there is a Glasgow Film Festival where a wide range of innovative films are shown.

The most popular beaches to visit in this city are Troon Beach, Ary Beach and Prestwick Beach. A guided tour to Glasgow Cathedral could make the visit to the city worthwhile. Buchanan Galleries, Princes Square Shopping Centre and St. Enoch Centre are some of the popular shopping sites.

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2.Birmingham

Birmingham is the second largest city in the United Kingdom. It has its own national, religious, and cultural significance. This city is a true reflection of multiculturalism, with a diverse selection of food from different corners of the world. Many cultural events and festivals take place in the city throughout the year.

The climate of Birmingham is warm and temperate. The winters are quiet, cold, rainy, windy and long. On the other hand, the summers are mild, relatively rainy, partly cloudy, and short. Spring and fall are the best times to visit the city because of the different outdoor activities they offer such as hiking and golfing. The weather is mild and pleasant.

Top sites to visit in Birmingham include the National SEA LiFE Centre, the Birmingham Museum, and the art gallery. It also offers canal tours, the most popular ones are Sherborne Wharf Ltd, Dudley Canal Trust, and Away2dine. Visiting the countryside for some travelers could be the best experience.

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1.London

The capital city of England, London has its rich history and art and is the best place to visit for tourists. It is also famous for higher education and is trusted by millions of students globally. Apart from this, London offers a great variety of cuisines and is famous for its great cultural diversity.

London has a temperate oceanic climate. The climate is influenced by the ocean and is cool, humid, and rainy. During winter, the climate is a little cold with quite frequent rains. However, during summer, it is warm and pleasant. In spring, it rains moderately. According to me, the best time to visit the capital city is in September because it is the festival season in London so you can attend so many events during your visit.

There are so many places to visit in London from museums such as Victoria and Albert Museum to historical places such as St. Paul's Cathedral. Along with it, there are so many casinos such as Empire Casino, Aspers Casino, and many more.

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