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Want to escape the city? Here’s where to go and what to see in the UK and beyond
7 awesomely beautiful walks near London
From seaside strolls along white cliffs to beautiful woodland treks, these incredible walks are within easy reach
The Airbnbs near London to book right now
Dreaming of post-lockdown breaks? Find these amazing Airbnbs within an hour or two of the city
Extremely floral day trips from London
Wake up and smell the flowers at these country gardens, woodlands and flower farms near the city
10 brilliant beaches near London
Swap the sounds of the city for some sweet sea air at these sandy sanctuaries less than two hours away
The latest UK travel news
Revealed: England’s worst roads for traffic
Revealed: England’s worst roads for traffic
London drivers have it particularly bad
This underrated northern town is getting a new direct train service to London
This underrated northern town is getting a new direct train service to London
Rochdale could be getting its first direct trains to the capital in over 20 years, thanks to a Lumo service via Manchester Victoria
Three popular UK seaside towns are introducing a tourist tax this summer
Three popular UK seaside towns are introducing a tourist tax this summer
Visitors to Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole will be charged £2 per hotel room per night
A brand-new steam train museum has opened in Wales
A brand-new steam train museum has opened in Wales
The Vale of Rheidol Railway in Aberystwyth just opened its newly converted 1938 engine shed up to the public
This low-cost airline is launching flights between Edinburgh and New York
This low-cost airline is launching flights between Edinburgh and New York
A new affordable route from JetBlue will mean it’s never been easier to hop across the pond
When is the next train strike? Dates and affected lines in May and June 2024
When is the next train strike? Dates and affected lines in May and June 2024
More industrial action is expected in the coming weeks and months
More adventures from London
The 14 best Airbnbs near London
Dreaming of escaping London for a mini break? Here are some of the best Airbnbs near London
13 best family day trips from London to do with the kids (or the dog)
Looking to get out of the city? These brilliant family days out are all within easy reach of London
17 day trips from London to escape the city
Whether you’re after a seaside jaunt or a country retreat, here are the best trips from London we’re planning...
10 chocolate-box villages in easy reach of London
They’re pretty, they’re quaint and they’re a lot closer to London than you might think – here are 10...
The best spots to go camping near London
Planning to ditch the city? Pitch your tent at one of these countryside campsites just a short trip from London
Six dazzling day trips within an hour from London
Lose yourself in lavender, glide along in a punt, or be beside the seaside with these ace day trips less than 60...
The best beaches near London for a sandy escape
Time to swap the sounds of the city for some salty sea air? These are the absolute best beaches near London
Ten incredible wild swimming spots near London
Get out of the city and into some of the amazing pools, lakes and ponds near London
12 flower-filled day trips from London
Treat your eyes to blooming gorgeous banks of colour at these picturesque English gardens, woodlands and flower...
The 16 best seaside towns to visit near London
The Thames not big enough for you? Upgrade your summer days by the water in one of these cute coastal towns near...
Book these incredible UK Airbnbs
The best Airbnbs in The Cotswolds
Good choice. The Cotswolds really is a glorious part of the UK – and it’s got some belting Airbnbs, too
The best Airbnbs in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall
Book a sunny summer holiday in one of these stunning South West gems
Good choice. The Cotswolds really is a glorious part of the UK – and it’s got some belting Airbnbs, too
The best Airbnbs in The Cotswolds
Good choice. The Cotswolds really is a glorious part of the UK – and it’s got some belting Airbnbs, too
The best Airbnbs in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall
Book a sunny summer holiday in one of these stunning South West gems
The best Airbnbs in the Lake District
You can’t do much better than the Lake District, especially if you book one of these incredible Airbnbs
The best Airbnbs in the Scottish Highlands
From cosy loch-side cottages to sixteenth-century castles, the Scottish Highlands is dotted with one-of-a-kind Airbnbs
The best Airbnbs in the Peak District
Take your Peak District adventure to the next level by booking one of these charming cottages, quirky conversions and other super-cute Airbnbs
Amazing places to visit in the UK
The 17 best and coolest seaside towns in the UK
The UK’s seaside towns are having a renaissance right now. Here’s our pick of the very best places for a coastal getaway
Beautiful places to see bluebells across the UK
Almost half of the world’s bluebells are here in the UK. Here are the best places to see them.
The UK’s seaside towns are having a renaissance right now. Here’s our pick of the very best places for a coastal getaway
The 17 best and coolest seaside towns in the UK
The UK’s seaside towns are having a renaissance right now. Here’s our pick of the very best places for a coastal getaway
Beautiful places to see bluebells across the UK
Almost half of the world’s bluebells are here in the UK. Here are the best places to see them.
UK destinations that look nothing like the UK
Find international vibes without having to remember where you left your passport
13 fairytale forests to visit in the UK
Where better than deep in the trees to shake off your malaise?
The best beaches in the UK
Ready for a blast of sea air?
More of the UK’s best bits
The best beaches in the UK
Despite the clichés of windy, stony seaside holidays, the UK boasts some seriously beautiful beaches
The best UK campsites
Shhh... can you hear that? It’s the call of the great outdoors
9 UK destinations that look nothing like the UK
It turns out you don’t actually need to venture away from the UK to find international vibes
The 17 best and coolest seaside towns in the UK
Cutting-edge art and destination bars, pubs and restaurants are making Britain’s coast cool again
Travel around the world
This is Europe’s most underrated city break right now
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, old-school taverns and a brand-new Time Out Market makes Porto this year’s holiday hotspot
The best French cities to visit (that aren’t Paris)
Marketplace discos and former Roman strongholds are just the beginning of what these French cities have to offer
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, old-school taverns and a brand-new Time Out Market makes Porto this year’s holiday hotspot
This is Europe’s most underrated city break right now
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, old-school taverns and a brand-new Time Out Market makes Porto this year’s holiday hotspot
The best French cities to visit (that aren’t Paris)
Marketplace discos and former Roman strongholds are just the beginning of what these French cities have to offer
The world’s best music festival is on a tiny island in the Atlantic Ocean
Hike-gigs, secret shows and mindblowing settings – festivals don’t get better than Tremor Azores
11 underrated summer travel ideas in Europe
From river beaches to outdoor art trails, these summer trip ideas offer great alternatives to crowded coasts and congested cities
Mystery travel is having a moment – here’s how to do it, and what to expect
This rising travel trend aims to put the fun and adventure back into travel, but is it worth the hype?
More travel news
Time Out Market Lisbon is celebrating its 10th anniversary
Time Out Market Lisbon is celebrating its 10th anniversary
Over the last ten years, our specially-curated market has become one of Portugal’s most popular attractions
Japan’s long-awaited Nintendo Museum is finally opening this year
Japan’s long-awaited Nintendo Museum is finally opening this year
After three years of delays, it’s been officially confirmed that building works on this former factory are complete
‘Bridgerton’ soundtrack: an episode-by-episode playlist for the hit Netflix show
‘Bridgerton’ soundtrack: an episode-by-episode playlist for the hit Netflix show
Taylor Swift returns to the Bridgerton soundtrack
The world’s best cities for retirees have been revealed in a new ranking
The world’s best cities for retirees have been revealed in a new ranking
A study has compared the quality of healthcare, cost of hotels, and the number of things to do to find the best places for those golden years
A dazzling new train route has launched in southern Vietnam
A dazzling new train route has launched in southern Vietnam
Afternoon tea, massages and free-flowing wine – this new route is a step up from the sleeper bus
These European airports are trialling a new passport-free boarding process
These European airports are trialling a new passport-free boarding process
Here’s what we know about how it might affect your travel
From our travel editors
The 40 coolest neighbourhoods in the world
We polled city-dwellers and grilled local experts for our annual ranking of the world’s coolest areas
The 50 best cities in the world right now
Every year we rank the very greatest cities in the world, based on a survey of thousands of locals
We polled city-dwellers and grilled local experts for our annual ranking of the world’s coolest areas
The 40 coolest neighbourhoods in the world
We polled city-dwellers and grilled local experts for our annual ranking of the world’s coolest areas
The 50 best cities in the world right now
Every year we rank the very greatest cities in the world, based on a survey of thousands of locals
The world’s 14 most underrated travel destinations
From a little-known Greek island to an English seaside city brimming with culture, these underlooked destinations are well worth a visit
11 of the prettiest islands in the world
These beautiful islands around the world are the dictionary definition of paradise
6 of the world’s coolest and weirdest underground attractions
These are the wonders of the subterranean world
Discover the world’s best cities
London
Free culture, huge parks and a pub on (almost) every corner
New York
Amazing culture, amazing restaurants, amazing bars, amazing everything
Paris
Bistros, romance and culture everywhere you turn: it can only be Paris
Hong Kong
A colourful, frenetic city with a rich, East-meets-West heritage
Sydney
Australia’s ‘Emerald City’ glitters with lush foliage and a world-famous harbour
Barcelona
Modernista architecture meets Mediterranean beaches: result!
Madrid
Top tapas and must-see museums. Oh, and it’s always sunny
Chicago
In 2018, Time Out readers voted the Windy City the best in the world
Melbourne
This buzzy cultural capital never stops (except for cocktails)
Los Angeles
Malibu to Venice Beach to Sunset Strip to Amoeba Records: LA has it all