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The 15 Best Tours in the UK

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Four nations, one shortlist. Below are the 15 bookings that beat everything else on this site right now, from the stone circle on Salisbury Plain to the basalt steps on the Antrim coast: what each costs, how long it takes, and why it earned its place, with the full catalogue underneath if none of them suits your route.

From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour - The Warner Bros Studio Tour London visit, why 4 hours can work

2.From London: Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 26,588 reviews · 7 hours · from $117

Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio Tour from London with bus, 4 hours inside key sets, Diagon Alley, Gringotts, Hogwarts Express, plus Windsor.

“If the trip to see the Harry Potter studios is a 5-star event, then the information our driver provided during the journey deserves 6 stars.”

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London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise - What you see on the Thames, from Westminster to Tower Bridge

3.London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22,836 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $22

Westminster to Greenwich Thames cruise with live English commentary, smartphone audioguides, and iconic views of London landmarks. 1 to 2 hours.

“It was excellent, i took my client, the guide was so humorous, explained everything very clearly. I would definitely recommend to anyone who wanted to have a relaxed and nice tour.”

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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour - The Sorting Into Hogwarts Houses Quiz, Plus Wizarding Trivia Tests

4.Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22,044 reviews · 135 minutes - 2.5 hours · from $20Best value

Experience a Harry Potter guided walking tour in London with house sorting, film-inspired stops like Diagon Alley, optional Thames boat trip.

“Jack was a great and engaging tour guide. Made it enjoyable and we had a great time. Learnt a lot more about the movie with his great knowledge.”

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London: Madame Tussauds London

London: Madame Tussauds London - Door 2 and timed entry, how to avoid the first bottleneck

5.London: Madame Tussauds London

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 20,915 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $36

Madame Tussauds London blends wax celebrity photos with Royal Balcony moments, Marvel 4D, Star Wars, and a Spirit of London ride in 2.5 hours.

“It was awesome! It exceeded my expectations, After MANY famous figures, the Marvel and Star Wars experience complements very well”

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Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath from London

Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath from London - Windsor Castle hour: State Apartments and St George’s Chapel when open

6.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18,662 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $111

Luxury coach day trip from London to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, and Bath, with guided commentary, comfort, and included entry tickets.

“Fabulous tour, seeing all the beautiful sites was amazing. The bus was clean and comfortable. Our guide Rita was good, but it was a little frustrating that our tour was in 2 languages. We booked an English speaking tour. We would have given 5 stars if the tour was only in English.”

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London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers

London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers - Why this tour feels practical, not just “Potter stuff”

7.London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17,586 reviews · from $144

Ride from Victoria to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, with round-trip transfers, 4 hours inside the sets, Diagon Alley, Platform 9 3/4.

“The tour through the studios, different sets, effects and explanations on how and what was great. At times it felt slightly crowded, particularly at the halfway cafe, where we abandoned getting anything. The comfort on the bus could be better for a 1+ hour ride back and forth. Even though a little pricey I can only recommend this full day tour it is worth it, Harry Potter fan or not.”

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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour - Callander coffee and the chance to spot hairy coos

London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket

London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket - Finding the North Tower entrance, queues, and security rules

9.London: Tower Bridge Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15,560 reviews · 1 hour · from $21

Tower Bridge ticket for an hour: 42m glass walkway, Victorian engine rooms, and Thames views. No fast-track. $21.

“Excellent with supporting staff and environment control (heaters) on the walkway above. Sweet surprise was Glass placement for plenty of Photo Opportunity.”

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From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour - Choosing the right coach option: boat, distillery, or Urquhart Castle

London: Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket

London: Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket - Getting there: the North Door and fast, practical entry

London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise - Westminster to the City and the Thames: London Eye, St Paul’s, Tower Area

12.London Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10,803 reviews · 3 hours 35 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Hop on a double-decker bus across London’s top landmarks, add a Thames cruise, and enjoy Wi-Fi and recorded commentary, flexible for 24 to 48 hours.

“It was i.possible to find a stop. Every place I stopped, it turned out to be a different company. So I never got to do the bus. I also signed up for boat, but on day, I found myself without ability to even go back to hotel. Notation ad no bus! All and all, it was very disappointing!”

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Liverpool: Liverpool Football Club Museum and Stadium Tour

Liverpool: Liverpool Football Club Museum and Stadium Tour - Main Stand views and pitch perspective, plus that Liverpool skyline framing

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs - Blackfriars Bridge stop: art nouveau pub vibes to kick things off

14.London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,422 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Top rated

London small group pub tour with four historic pubs, City and Fleet Street stories, and optional pints. 3.5 hours, English.

“10/10 experience with Chris Cheese!! Would definitely recommend! Chris gave great recommendations and information on the bars and history.”

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London: St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

London: St Paul's Cathedral Entry Ticket - The Included Touchscreen Multimedia Guides You’ll Actually Use

15.London: St Paul’s Cathedral Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,813 reviews · 1 day · from $36

St Paul's Cathedral ticket with touchscreen multimedia guides, optional free talks, crypt tombs, and a dome climb for London views.

“Amazing place, start on the main floor, the do the climb up to the whispering gallery, stone circle and golden circle right at the top. The final 2 are outside, so watch the weather. Finally head down to the crypt to see some really famous tombs. which then leads to the shop, cafe and exit. Handy hint, the toilets are at the very end by the shop and cafe so make sure you go before!”

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