25 Best Things To Do in England

England is a fantastic destination whatever your interests and budget. There are so many great things to do in England from seeing the famous sites of London to exploring the quaint towns and villages, national parks and thousands of miles of coastline.

I have spent most of my life in England and have explored this wonderful country from top to bottom (though there is still plenty for me to discover too).

From the serene southeast to vibrant London, the gorgeous Westcountry, and the wild and windswept north, there are so many amazing England attractions to explore.

Sightseeing in England is a joy thanks to its rich history. You can explore ancient castles, drink in pubs that are hundreds of years old, swim at the many beautiful beaches, and hike through England’s national parks.

One thing’s for sure, there are plenty of fun things to do in England and you’ll find the top attractions in England detailed below.

25 Best Things To Do in England

The below list of things to do in England contains some of the top tourist attractions and experiences across the country. From Harry Potter and Manchester United, to pub pints and charming castles, there’s something for everyone in England.

1. Take a London Sightseeing Tour

One of the best ways to see the top sights of England’s dazzling capital is to take a sightseeing tour by open-top bus. This fab sightseeing tour will take you on a journey through London old and new and includes some of England’s most famous landmarks like the Tower of London.

This is definitely one of the best things to do in England for first-time visitors.

This 75-minute experience will take you across Tower Bridge, through Westminster and past Big Ben before heading through Victoria to Buckingham Palace. You’ll be treated to an onboard commentary so you’ll learn about each historic place, and the best thing is you can hop on and hop off anywhere along the route at places of interest.

I’ve spent much of my adult life in and around London and even though it’s like a second home to me, I still enjoy doing the “tourist things”. I still frequently go sightseeing with friends (usually before finding a decent bar or pub to settle in for the evening).

2. Visit the Roman Baths in Bath

I am obsessed with Roman history (probably something to do with being born in the Roman capital of Britain) and England is bursting with remarkably well-preserved Roman walls, buildings, mosaics and…