~ Top 10 Cities in UK You Should Visit ~

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Top 10 Cities in UK You Should Visit


1. London   



When it comes to vibrant atmosphere and spectacular sightseeing, London is beyond any doubt a top-notch destination. From downright dingy dives to elite and exclusive establishments; from fancy restaurants to modest eateries; from home-grown habitations to tourist-drenched terrain, there is something for everyone. Music, culture, fashion, art, history - everything is accommodated at this extraordinary city to turn your world upside-down and make you reconsider your vision. Head to the Madame Tussauds waxworks museum to take a picture with some of your favourite celebrities. Or get on the outstanding modern version of Vienna's Prater Ferris wheel - the London Eye. Head to the Buckingham Palace, drop by the Kew Gardens, the London Zoo or visit the Westminster Abbey, the Tower Bridge Exhibition and Old Royal Observatory, Greenwich. No matter if your visit has scientific, familiarization or entertainment purposes, the exceptional abundance of museums, theatres, parks and markets will fulfil all of your tourist needs and will leave you totally astonished.

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2. Edinburgh   



This wonderful and cosmopolitan city offers valuable blend of iconic landmarks and stunning attractions. It makes favourable and immediate impression on its numerous visitors and is unarguably the brightest gem in Scotlands crown. The "wow" factor of Edinburgh is concentrated in its historic buildings, magnificent scenery and incredible architecture. Various pubs, clubs and restaurants contribute to its reputation of a real nightlife hotbed. Among the most visited and enjoyed sites are: the National Museum of Edinburgh, the iconic Edinburgh castle, the Royal Scottish Academy, Scottish National Portrait Gallery, King's Theatre, Edinburgh Festival Theatre, the Royal Museum. In case you are fond of shopping, this notable city has it all: no matter if you are into the unique Scottish art jewellery, cutting-edge fashion or simply want hip arts and crafts - Edinburgh's shops have it all. Among the most spectacular events that the city hosts are: world-famous Hogmanay celebrations, various rugby games and the spectacular Military Tattoo.

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3. Cardiff   



Being the 10th largest city in the United Kingdom and the capital of Wales, Cardiff boasts valuable amalgam of top class entertainment, unique attractions and quality shopping. Whether history, culture or sport is your thing, the city has the full range of opportunities and spots to keep you enchanted. Provided the fact it is a capital city, Cardiff is surprisingly accessible and easy to ramble around with its small centre, which could be walked across in 20 minutes. You won't be disappointed even if you prefer old-fashioned sightseeing. The imposing Cardiff Castle, the St David's Hall, St David's Hall, the National Museum & Gallery and the Cardiff International Arena are located there. The Norwegian Church is one of the most emblematic places in the city, where the famous children's author Roald Dahl was christened. It is nowadays transformed into a cafe with a Nordic flavour and arts centre. In case your visit has its main focus on shopping activities, you'd better start your tour with the Capitol Shopping Centre with its modern array of numerous cafes and shops. Along the Queen Street, on the other hand, you will find all the well-known brands.

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4. Belfast   



A couple of days are required in order to explore all the attractions and get a real feel for the city of Belfast. What could best describe the city is its eminence of economic engine of Northern Ireland. Visiting the city centre, you should bring to a focus the glories resulting from the Industrial Revolution - spectacular Victorian pubs and astonishing architecture. The rejuvenated area from Ann Street to Donegall Street, which was presently known as the Cathedral quarter is also worth paying attention to. What is characteristic about the architectural style of Belfast's buildings is that it ranges from Edwardian, represented by the City Hall; to modern, which found its reflection in the Waterfront Hall. Many of the Victorian landmarks of Belfast, including the Linen Hall Library and the main Lanyon Building at Queen's University Belfast are wok of Sir Charles Lanyon. Integral parts of the city heritage are its fabulous parks and gardens, boasting abundance of places for jogging, picnics and strolls and local wildlife. Noteworthy fact is that Belfast hosts many festivals and special activities, such as: great beast hunts, Rose Week and bird watching evenings.

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5. Glasgow   



One of the most frolicsome, vivid and cosmopolitan destinations in Europe, the city of Glasgow has been reborn buzzing life, vitality and style set against the background of astounding  Victorian architecture. The city offers the most lively and exciting nightlife in Scotland, the best shopping in the United Kingdom and the most famous art collections in the world. A definite must see is the brilliance of the best-known local architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, which adorns numerous unique attractions with its splendid style. Galleries and museums in Glasgow are in abundance and one could hardly choose among more than 20 amazing "art spots", including the renowned Burrell Collection in Pollok Park and the world's first Museum of Religion. No visit would be complete without exploring the enormous outlets, the high street stores and the designer labels with the various welcome pit-stops around the Merchant Square, Italian Centre, the Buchanan Galleries and the Gallery of Modern Art.

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6. Oxford   



Inevitably the first thing that occurs in your mind when you think of Oxford is its great academic institution often revered as one of the greatest universities worldwide. However this is not the only attraction of the prominent city. It concentrates on its territory amazing range of restaurants and bars, as well as some excellent museums. The fact that the Ashmolean Museum and the University's botanic garden are Britain's oldest makes it highly rewarding destination. Head to the Covered Market and take everything you need for an outstanding picnic to rejoice in at the Headington Hill Park. Or make incredible mixture of modern and historic visiting the trendy Cowley's ethnic shops and the exceptional 12th-century village church of Iffley. In case you have this peculiar thrill for arts and culture, you shouldn't miss the chance to visit Sheldonian Theatre, Bodleian Library, The Ashmolean Museum, Christ Church Picture Gallery, The Pitt Rivers Museum and The Museum of Oxford.

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7. Birmingham   



Britain's second largest city and West Midlands' metropolitan borough, the city of Birmingham has evolved after its recent revamp. The opening of wide number of fancy and chic shops, clubs, bars and restaurants brought a fresh whiff and gave new appearance of the city. Birmingham has also launched multiple ambitious cultural initiatives, including a project for building a new spectacular concert hall for the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. Among the unmissable sights of the city are: the Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses, Birmingham Nature Centre, Lickey Hills Country Park, Birmingham Cathedral and the Birmingham Peace Pagoda. Undoubtedly the most remarkable museum is the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, famous for its marvellous collection of Pre-Raphaelite art. The enterprising Ikon Gallery, on the other hand, is an iconic venue for amazing exhibitions of contemporary art. No matter which one of the plentiful attractions and landmarks you will choose to visit, Birmingham certainly guarantees a variegated bouquet of unforgettable experiences.

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8. Liverpool   



The city of Liverpool has gone through an outstanding transformation from humble fishing village to exquisite refurbishment of the city's majestic industrial and municipal buildings. Provided the fact the city is mostly associated with trade in the form of export and import of tobacco, spice and sugar, it is a small wonder that the major attractions of the city are Fab Four-related. Talking about the most distinguished features of Liverpool, we couldn't miss the hysteria around the eminent Beatles story experience and in particular Paul's childhood home. In order to touch the incredible spirit of Liverpool, you need to know the city from inside. For this purpose you should drop by the Walker Art Gallery, the Liverpool Cathedral, the Albert Dock's stores, the Royal Court and Unity theatres. One of the major merits of the metropolitan borough of Merseyside is the fact it has impressive history of performing arts, represented by various annual theatre festivals, the most significant among which is such the Liverpool Shakespeare Festival.

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9. Cambridge   



This is one of the most extraordinary cities in UK that served as source of inspiration for some great minds such as Stephen Hawking and Charles Darwin. Cambridge boast galore of university colleges, 31 in total, and there you may also find the 1871 Gothic-revival All Saints Church, which is one of the oldest universities in the world. Many of the buildings are exceptionally beautiful, but beyond any doubt, the most outstanding is the King's College. Its marvellous Chapel is really valuable by one of the greatest tracks of the late Gothic architecture. Among the most notable merits of the city is also the ADC Theatre, which is England's oldest university playhouse. Evenings are the perfect time to indulge in the temptations of the vivid nightlife, represented by contemporary restaurants and traditional pubs. For the most spectacular view of the city climb the tower of the University of Cambridge's Great St. Mary's Church and let the breath-taking scenery sweep you by its grandeur!

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10. Bristol   



Situated on the borders of Somerset and Gloucestershire, Bristol has achieved the perfect harmony in blending and modern and innovative culture with its mercantile roots. The city of Bristol is fuelled by lively arts, media community, technology-based industries and a large student population. It boasts sizzling vibrant nightlife and astounding sights, ranging from cutting-edge attractions highlighting, coming to demonstrate its scientific achievements, to incredible medieval churches. The River Avon weaves through its centre and forms this way part of convenient system of waterways that makes Bristol ideal inland port. In later years that reflects to the flourishing trade with tobacco, rum and slaves. The greatest monuments of the city - the lofty Clifton Suspension Bridge and the SS Great Britain are result of the illustrious Isambard Kingdom Brunel that laid the foundations of engineering tradition.