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WELCOME TO ENGLAND
From medieval cathedrals to postmodern towers, from prehistoric stones to one-pub villages, England is a spectacular tribute to the strengthand flexibilityof tradition. In the capital city of London and beyond, you can explore grand manors and royal castles steeped in history, and also discover cutting-edge art, innovative cultural scenes, and trendy shops. Quintessentially English treasures like the Georgian town of Bath, academic Oxford, and eccentric Brighton remain vibrant, and silvery lakes and green hills provide enduring grace notes.
TOP REASONS TO GO
London: Landmarks, top theater, museums, village-like neighborhoodsits all here.
Idyllic Towns: The Cotswolds stone cottages, Cornwalls seaside charmers, and more.
Pubs: For a pint or a chat, a visit to one of Englands living rooms is essential.
History: Sights from Stonehenge to Windsor Castle bring the countrys past to life.
Great Walks: Classic trails await in the Lake District and Yorkshires dales and moors.
Gardens: Roses, flower borders, and sculpted landscapes flaunt a national talent.
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Photo Credits: Cover: Sebastian Wasek/eStockphoto; Experience England: Stonehenge Stone Circle/Flickr, [CC BY 2.0]; London: Danbreckwoldt | Dreamstime.com; The Southeast: Daiviet | Dreamstime.com; The South: Terry Yarrow / Shutterstock; The West Country: Helen Hotson / Shutterstock; The Thames Valley: Peteri / Shutterstock; Bath And Cotswolds: Andyemptage | Dreamstime.com; Stratford-Upon-Avon And The Heart Of England: Arenaphotouk | Dreamstime.com; Manchester, Liverpool, and The Peak District: Debu55y | Dreamstime.com; The Lake District: Richard Bowden/Shutterstock; East Angila: Stevegould | Dreamstime.com; Yorkshire: Kevin Eaves / Shutterstock; The Northeast: Tim Saxon / Shutterstock.
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Fodors Recommendations
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Trip Costs
We list prices wherever possible to help you budget well. Hotel and restaurant price categories from $ to $$$$ are noted alongside each recommendation. For hotels, we include the lowest cost of a standard double room in high season. For restaurants, we cite the average price of a main course at dinner or, if dinner isnt served, at lunch. For attractions, we always list adult admission fees; discounts are usually available for children, students, and senior citizens.
Hotels
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Restaurants
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EUGENE FODOR
Hungarian-born Eugene Fodor (190591) began his travel career as an interpreter on a French cruise ship. The experience inspired him to write