Cities & towns in Britain

Cities & towns

Take a city break

Thriving centres for arts, industry and commerce, Britain's cities and towns are some of the world's most culturally diverse. And from the frenetic metropolis of London to the stately allure of Edinburgh, you'll find them a joy to discover.


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Manchester

The city is widely recognised as one of the coolest in Britain. Manchester has reinvented itself as a truly contemporary metropolis, with modern landmarks, excellent art and culture, great bars and world-class hospitality.

Manchester

The capitals

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Belfast travel guide

Learn everything about Belfast from its historic landmarks like Belfast Castle and Belfast City...

Belfast travel guide

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Cardiff

Cardiff, vibrant capital city of Wales offers visitors fantastic shopping, lively nightlife, a...

Cardiff travel guide

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Edinburgh

Visit one of the world’s most unique, historic and vibrant cities – the gorgeous Scottish capital,...

Edinburgh travel guide

Cities & towns

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London City Guide

This isn’t just another capital city, it’s a thriving metropolis with a unique personality formed...

London travel guide

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Newcastle

Expect something different in this fast-moving cultural city. Newcastle-Gateshead has an energy and excitement that is distinctly, uniquely its own, blending world-class attractions with a history that stretches back over 2,000 years.

Newcastle-Gateshead travel guide

CITIES & TOWNS

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Liverpool

Liverpool is fast becoming one of Europe’s most popular city break destinations. Awarded European Capital of Culture 2008, it boasts more theatres, museums and galleries than any other UK city outside London.

Liverpool travel guide

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Glasgow

Glasgow is Scotland's largest city, famous for its culture, architecture, and design.

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