London Day Trips Enter your dates to find available activities Check availability All categories Sightseeing tours Nature & Adventure Day trips Attraction tickets Food & drink Transportation Get your ticket now ENTRY TICKET Harry Potter: Warner Bros. Studio Tour from King's Cross Skip the line Duration: 7.5 hours 4.6 (1,322 reviews) From € 104.90 per person Popular Day Trips in London DAY TRIP Harry Potter Studio Tour & Oxford Day Tour from London Duration: 12 hours 4.6 (1,002 reviews) From € 128.47 per person DAY TRIP London: Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour Duration: 11.5 hours 4.4 (461 reviews) From € 93.11 per person DAY TRIP From London: Full-Day Tour of the Cotswolds Duration: 9 hours 4.7 (256 reviews) From € 70.72 per person DAY TRIP Oxford, Stratford, and Cotswolds: Day Trip from London Duration: 11 hours 4.4 (773 reviews) From € 70.72 per person Get free cancellation up to 24 hours before your activity starts for a full refund. GUIDED TOUR London: Westminster Tour, Climb The O2 Arena, and Cable Car Skip the line Duration: 6 hours 5.0 (2 reviews) From € 135.55 per person GUIDED TOUR London: Westminster Tour, River Cruise, and Tower of London Skip the line Duration: 7 hours 4.7 (6 reviews) From € 111.97 per person DAY TRIP London: Pocket Wi-Fi 4G Heathrow Airport Pick-up Small group Duration options: 2 - 21 days 3.1 (9 reviews) From € 38.75 per group up to 5 ENTRY TICKET From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour Skip the line Duration: 8 hours Likely to sell out 4.7 (7,031 reviews) From € 104.90 per person View all Day Trips in London 5 best day trips from London 1. Day trip to Oxford As one of the most popular destinations to visit from London, Oxford is a perfect place for a day trip to escape the fog of the big city. Best known for the University of Oxford, a prestigious institution and one of the oldest universities in the world, the city is home to numerous landmarks that draw visitors from all over the world. There’s no shortage of things to do in Oxford. Explore sights like the Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera, the Oxford Botanic Garden, and more on your trip. How far is Oxford from London? At just over 80 kilometers (50 miles) away, traveling to Oxford from London is quick and easy. By train, the trip is just over an hour, but can be even shorter if traveling by car. If traveling by bus, travel time is usually around 2 hours. 2. Day trip to Bath Known for its historic baths and spas, Bath" is one of the most popular day trip destinations from London. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city sees almost 4 million day trip visitors per year. If you’re looking for things to do in Bath, the Roman Baths and the Thermae Bath Spa are some of the city’s most popular points of interest. After some rest and relaxation, make sure to visit sights like the Circus, Jane Austen Centre, or Pulteney Bridge. How far is Bath from London? Traveling the 175 kilometers (108 miles) from London to Bath by car will take you just under three hours. To cut down on that travel time, take the train from Paddington Station to arrive in under two hours. 3. Day trip to Cambridge Taking a day trip from London to Cambridge is the perfect way to explore one of England’s quintessential university towns. Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge has facilitated the growth of the city as one of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the world. You’ll find plenty of things to do in Cambridge outside of the university, like visiting the Fitzwilliam Museum or the Bridge of Sighs. How far is Cambridge from London? You can travel from London to Cambridge in an hour by train, leaving from Kings Cross station. If you decide to drive the 100 kilometers (62 miles) to Cambridge from London, you’ll double your travel time and arrive in about two hours. 4. Day trip to Stonehenge The home of one oldest standing structures in the world, a day trip to Stonehenge from London is a must for any self-respecting history buff. Said to have been constructed between 3000 and 2000 B.C., the UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most famous ancient sights in the world and is visited by over 1 million people each year. While just seeing the monument in person is incredible in its own right, we highly recommend taking a guided tour to make the most of your experience. How far is Stonehenge from London? Located in Wiltshire, England, the monument is just over 140 (87 miles) kilometers away from London. The trip is about 2 hours by car or train, so make sure to set aside plenty of travel time when you visit. 5. Day trip to the Cotswolds For those looking to get out to the countryside, a day trip from London to the Cotswolds is the perfect rural escape. While the pace of life out in the country might be a little bit slower, you’ll find plenty of things to do in the Cotswolds. You’ll find walking trails at Westonbirt, famous fortresses like Sudeley Castle, and beautiful gardens like Hidcote Manor Garden. How far are the Cotswolds from London? About 175 kilometers (108 miles) west of London, driving to the Cotswolds will take you a little over two hours. If you’re interested in taking the train, make sure to start your day early, as the travel time is usually over four hours. London day trip FAQ What transportation options are best for my day trip from London? Wondering how to get to Oxford? Or the best way to visit Stonehenge? With so many transport options for your day trip from London, you might have trouble deciding which suits your travel plans best. • London day trips by train With numerous stations across the city, traveling from London by train is an accessible option for almost any day trip. Some of the biggest stations in the city are St. Pancras, Waterloo, Paddington, and King’s Cross. Many day trip tour options include train transfers from London with the ticket price. • London day trips by bus Many coach companies offer transportation for day trips from London by bus. In fact, many guided tour tickets include bus transport, and some even offer hotel pickup to make your day trip to Cambridge or the Cotswolds even easier. • London day trips by car Of course, you may want to take the transportation for your day trip from London into your own hands. Traveling by car will often be the fastest option for getting around England and will offer you the most flexibility if you want to take detours and explore on your own. Should I take a guided tour for my day trip? Whether you want to see the unknown parts of a city or simply have somebody curate your day trip for you, nothing beats taking a guided tour. Whether visiting Bath or Brighton, having an expert guide lead you through your destination will help provide insight and understanding that you simply couldn’t get on your own. What should I pack for my day trip? What you need to pack for your day trip depends on where you’re going and what kind of ticket you’ve purchased. If you’re taking a guided tour, everything you need may be provided with your ticket. Because day trips from London are all mostly in England, and the weather can be unpredictable, carrying a light jacket for the cold and rain always makes sense. 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Studio London 5 Kensington Palace 6 London Transport Museum 7 Up at the O2 8 Kew Gardens 9 The O2 Arena 10 Little Venice, London 11 Changing of the Guard 12 The Shard 13 St Paul's Cathedral 14 Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 15 Greenwich 16 Buckingham Palace 17 ArcelorMittal Orbit 18 Houses of Parliament 19 Madame Tussauds London 20 Natural History Museum, London Things to Do in London 1 London Zoos & Aquariums 2 London Cruises & Boat Tours 3 London Family-friendly Activities 4 London Day Trips 5 London Harry Potter Tours 6 London River & Harbor Cruises 7 London Jack the Ripper Tours 8 London Ghost & Vampire Tours 9 London Day Trips From 10 London Speed & Jet Boat Tours 11 London Children's Activities 12 London City Cards 13 London Hop-on Hop-off Tours 14 London Walking Tours 15 London Tours 16 London Night Tours 17 London Bus & Minivan Tours 18 London Shows & Musicals 19 London Art & Museums 20 London Sightseeing Attraction Tickets Cities in United Kingdom 1 Edinburgh 2 London 3 Liverpool 4 Bath 5 Belfast 6 York 7 Glasgow 8 Inverness 9 Brighton 10 Portsmouth, UK 11 Manchester 12 Cambridge, UK 13 Oxford 14 Bournemouth 15 Poole 16 Balloch 17 Queensferry 18 John o' Groats 19 Chester 20 Culloden Moor Other Sightseeing Options in London Want to discover all there is to do in London? Click here for a full list. What people are saying about London Overall rating 4.4 / 5 based on 9,354 reviews Booked via the GetYourGuide website and tour was arranged by Premium Tours. Booking was smooth and on schedule. Our driver and tour guide was very good, kept us entertained and educated throughout the trip :). The coach was spacious and comfortable. We spent ~1.5 hours on Windsor, ~1 hour on Stonehenge and ~2.5 hours on Bath. There is not enough time to look around so I suggest bring your own food and drink and plan the places you want to go. There are so many places to see in Bath, if you want to explore it some more, I suggest booking this trip separately. But if you just want to see the major attractions, this package is fine. Overall, would definitely recommend this trip to my friends :) Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Roman Baths Day Trip Reviewed by Jennifer, 10/30/2021 Great great day! Bought for my husband’s 40th. We throughly enjoyed the experience from beginning to end, a very friendly informative guide who was happy to help with anything. Wished we had done the end experience too but felt was far too windy. We will book the edge another time. Really was value for money so I’d highly recommend!! Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: The Dare Skywalk Experience Reviewed by Kelly, 10/30/2021 A really fabulous and fun thing to do. Well worth the price. There were seven of us with an age range from 9 to 67 and everyone really enjoyed the ride. Slow start with some interesting g facts along the way and then once past Tower Brisge the driver goes full throttle- awesome twists and turns and wave bumps! London: 50-Minute River Thames Speedboat RIB Tour Reviewed by Deborah, 10/29/2021 Darren was awesome!!! Really insightful and very kind person. Oxford campus was mostly closed due to a private event, but still plenty to do. Oxford, Stratford, and Cotswolds: Day Trip from London Reviewed by , 10/30/2021 Great trip. A very beautiful and picturesque way. Stop at special places along the way The driver vas very nice!!! 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