The UK is home to some of the world’s most magnificent and iconic tourist attractions. It’s become a famous country for tourism and holidays. Most UK people tend to include London as their main destination. However, there are countless other places to see in the UK. Here is a list of seven iconic places you can visit during your holiday in the UK.
7 Best Places to Visit in the UK
Big Ben
Big Ben is the clock’s nickname located in the Palace of Westminster tower, commonly known as Parliament. Big Ben is the nickname because the tower house the clock; the actual name is Elizabeth Tower. The tower is nicknamed Big Ben because the bell inside that strikes the hour and quarter-hour. The Elizabeth Tower is the tallest freestanding clock tower in the world and is ranked in the top three tallest towers worldwide.
London Eye
The London Eye is the world’s largest observation wheel, officially known as the Millennium Wheel. It was designed by architect Sir Robin Gibson and opened in 2000, making it one of the oldest still operating giant observation wheels worldwide. The wheel has a diameter of 360 feet (112 m) and can fit 32 people on each capsule. It took about five years to complete this piece of wonder, and currently has 32 capsules.
Stonehenge
Stonehenge is a world-famous prehistoric monument built near Salisbury, England, more than 5,000 years ago. The stone circle consists of large granite blocks, some of enormous size and beauty. The structure is aligned with the midsummer sunrise for astronomical purposes, though its purpose is still highly debated.
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is a stunning park located in the City of Westminster, England’s capital city. Hyde Park is a wonderful place to stroll, relax and experience nature. The park offers a variety of activities, including boating on the lake, strolling in the park, fishing, bird watching, and of course, a zoo. Hyde Park is one of the busiest parks in London. It is also home to the world-famous London Zoo and also has the Serpentine Gallery.
Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands
The Scottish Highlands, also known as “the Highlands,” lies on the northwestern coast of Scotland. The area encompasses the Highlands, the Outer Hebrides, and most of Argyll and Bute. The place is bordered to the west and north by the Highlands and Grampian and to the east and south by Ayrshire, Dumfries and Galloway, and Lothian. The Highlands is the second largest region in Scotland, covering 1,479 square miles (3,900 km2). The Highlands are home to 1.7 million people, making it the most populous part of Scotland.
Dunluce Castle
The Dunluce Castle, located in the rugged coastal region of southwest Ireland, is probably the most famous castle in Ireland. It’s a national symbol of Ireland, and it sits on one of the unique landscapes: a rugged coastal region with a lighthouse and the remains of a monastery just offshore. It’s also a tourist attraction, attracting tens of thousands of visitors annually. You probably recognize the castle from the opening scenes of the 1995 film Braveheart, and the castle is featured on every Irish tourist map sold in the country.
Trafford Centre
The Trafford Centre is a 233,000-square-foot indoor shopping mall in Greater Manchester, England. The mall has 400 shops, 40 restaurants, and a 3,000-seat food court. Intu Properties own the mall, and since 2002, it has been managed by Intu Properties’ subsidiary, Intu Trafford Centre Limited. The mall opened in 1972 and is the largest single enclosed shopping area in the United Kingdom.
The United Kingdom has so much to offer, from coastlines to the countryside to cities; there’s no wonder it’s one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. The country’s diverse nature makes it suitable for a wide range of holidaymakers, so whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or a beach holiday with the family, the UK has so much to offer.