Plan a 3-day trip to London with a travel budget💗
by Travel is my happiness
Oct 30, 2025
Hey everyone, let's plan your UK trip! Follow this circular route guide to explore all the must-see attractions~
Day 1-2: Classic London Walking Tour
Must-visit: Big Ben/London Eye, Westminster Abbey, British Museum, Buckingham Palace
🍜Hidden experience: Dinner in Chinatown followed by a night cruise on the Thames
Day 3: Cambridge → York (3h drive)
📚Cambridge highlights: Trinity College, punting experience
⛪️York half-day tour: Cathedral + The Shambles (inspiration for Harry Potter's Diagon Alley)
Day 4: York → Edinburgh (4h drive)
🏰Edinburgh Castle: Symbol of Scotland, overlooking the entire city!
🛣️Royal Mile: Shop for wool scarves + enjoy whisky
☕️The Elephant House: A must for Harry Potter fans (where J.K. Rowling wrote HP)
🌄Calton Hill: Stunning at sunset, featured in Jay Chou's music video
Day 5: In-depth Edinburgh Tour
🎭Off-the-beaten-path recommendations: Holyrood Palace + Scottish National Gallery
Day 6: Lake District → Manchester (1.5h drive)
🛶Windermere boat tour + Beatrix Potter Museum
Day 7: Cotswolds (3h drive)
🏡Bourton-on-the-Water + Bibury: Fairytale villages perfect for photos
Day 8-9: Oxford → London (1.5h drive)
📖Oxford highlights: Christ Church College + Bridge of Sighs
🎬Extra London activity: Harry Potter Studio Tour (requires half a day)
Day 10: Return journey from London
🛍️Last-minute shopping: Regent Street/Bicester Village Outlet
Helpful tips
Weather: Always carry an umbrella; visit the Lake District and Cotswolds on sunny days
Food: Plenty of delicious food in towns along the way, don't miss fish and chips, English afternoon tea, and other local specialties.
Post by Nightingale444 | Apr 22, 2025























