UK Travel Guide

The United Kingdom is one of the world's most visited tourist destinations — a compact group of islands that packs extraordinary variety into a small space. England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland each have distinct identities, landscapes and cultures. For most international visitors, the UK experience begins in London — the capital and the world's most visited city. But the UK rewards travel beyond the capital: Manchester for football and music culture; Edinburgh for history and festival; the Lake District for scenery; Bath for Roman and Georgian heritage; Cornwall for dramatic coastline and seafood; the Scottish Highlands for one of Europe's last great wilderness landscapes. Getting around the UK is straightforward: the rail network connects all major cities, though tickets booked in advance are significantly cheaper. The UK drives on the left — visitors from continental Europe should be prepared for this on arrival.