Explore more of the UK this spring break!

Do you sometimes feel stifled by the hustle and bustle of London? These five day trips offer a reprieve from the craziness of city life. Read on to learn about five easy day trips outside of London, perfectly suited for spring break! 

Bath

📸 Things to see: 

Bath is a very popular destination for Londoners looking to get out of the city for a day. Explore the town's gothic architecture at sights like Bath Abbey and Putney Bridge. Then, explore the Roman Baths and the Royal Crescent- a spot where Bridgerton was filmed!  

🚉 How to get there:

You can catch a train straight to Bath from Paddington Station! The ride is about 1 hour and 20 minutes long and is run by Great Western Railway. 

Bristol

📸 Things to see: 

Bristol is a city for foodies. Before hopping on the train, do some research on Bristol's top coffee shops, bakeries, and food markets. Also, check out Bristol's iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Banksy art scattered around the city. 

🚉 How to get there:

Great Western Rail will take you to straight from Paddington Station to Bristol in a 1 hour and 30 minute journey. 

Canterbury

📸 Things to see: 

Check out some of Canterbury's iconic architecture at Canterbury Cathedral and The Crooked House bookshop. Then, head to Westgate Gardens to see the spring flowers bloom next to the River Stour. 

🚉 How to get there:

Southeastern rail will take you right to Canterbury from Victoria Station in a 1 hour and 30 minute journey. 

Rye

📸 Things to see: 

Rye is another city with some great food options. The Cobbles Tea Room is a popular choice for scones and desserts! Also check out the local shops on Rye High Street, the iconic cobblestone Mermaid Street, and St. Mary's Church. 

🚉 How to get there:

Trains operated by Southern and Southeastern rail run directly from Victoria Station to Rye in a 1 hour and 40 minute journey. 

Brighton

📸 Things to see: 

THE WATER. Okay, maybe I'm a little excited about this one because I love beaches. I also used to love Zoella... In addition to Brighton's famous beach, check out the city's antique shops and cute cafés as well. 

🚉 How to get there:

Brighton is perhaps the most accessible place on this list because you can get the train to Brighton from many different stations in London, including Victoria Station, London Bridge Station, or St. Pancras Station. There are many train options including Southern Railway, Gatwick Express, and Thameslink. Have a quick Google to find out which travel option is right for you! 

Happy travels! 🌷☀️