Title: Visit Great Britain: Best of Great Britain Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Great Britain](https://expedia.ca/Great-Britain-Hotels.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Great Britain](https://expedia.ca/Great-Britain-Vacation-Rentals.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Great Britain](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Great Britain](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Great Britain Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Car-Rental-Guide)[Great Britain Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Great Britain ## Travel Guide ![Great Britain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/217a90dba8ec5d52c03d862b20d701fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![London featuring a monument, a city and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20555-Trafalgar-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![London which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20551-Trafalgar-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West End showing a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20537-The-West-End.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West End showing night scenes and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20539-The-West-End.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Great Britain Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Great Britain ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166570-Carnaby-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### London City Centre 5/5(5 area reviews) Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in London City Centre. Hop around the city on the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning river views, and acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.ca/London-London-City-Centre.dx6195474) ![Albert Square showing street scenes, a square or plaza and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40504-Albert-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manchester City Centre 4.5/5(88 area reviews) Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Manchester City Centre. Check out top attractions like Manchester Art Gallery and St. Peter's Square, and jump on the metro at St Peters Square Station or Mosley Street Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Manchester-Manchester-City-Centre.dx6192111) ![London showing markets, signage and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/167000/167434-Covent-Garden-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Covent Garden Discover a lively district with the Royal Opera House, street performances, and shopping at Apple Market. Explore historical sites like Theatre Royal Drury Lane and dine at renowned international restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/London-Covent-Garden.dx553248625846408347) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/72000/72808-Liverpool.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Liverpool City Centre 4.5/5(109 area reviews) Architecturally significant with numerous museums and galleries, the area offers top-notch shopping and vibrant nightlife. Explore landmarks like Liverpool Cathedral and the repurposed Baltic Triangle warehouses for unique experiences. [](https://expedia.ca/Liverpool-Liverpool-City-Centre.dx6336703) ![The City of London featuring modern architecture, a river or creek and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166739-The-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The City of London 4.5/5(155 area reviews) The financial hub and ancient center of London, this area boasts historic sites like St Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London, and its iconinc bridges, including Millennium Bridge and Tower Bridge, make exploration easy. [](https://expedia.ca/London-The-City-Of-London.dx800056) ![Calton Hill showing skyline, a city and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37957-Calton-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Edinburgh City Centre While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Edinburgh-City-Centre.dx795054561477521408) - Great Britain Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Great Britain ![Strand Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/179/7dc50d5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Strand Palace Hotel 372 The Strand London England CA $210 CA $253 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (4,676 reviews) Very convenient location. Huge hotel so be prepared to wait for elevators when checking out. Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=179&PinnedHotelID=179&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248623451644244) ![Royal Garden Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55000/54987/9d683740_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Garden Hotel 2-24 Kensington High Street London England CA $301 CA $361 total Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,814 reviews) Good amenities and staff. The room had a great view and it was very clean. Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=54987&PinnedHotelID=54987&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248623451644244) ![The Tower Hotel, by Thistle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2500/2479/3f816d92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Tower Hotel, by Thistle St Katharine's Way London England CA $172 CA $207 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (8,797 reviews) The room was clean and warm. The location is excellent & the staff were friendly & helpful. Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=2479&PinnedHotelID=2479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248623451644244) [See all 192,885 properties in Great Britain](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F12%2F2025&endDate=08%2F12%2F2025®ionId=553248623451644244) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Vertus Edit Canary Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108963500/108963417/6196c4b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vertus Edit Canary Wharf 3 & 15 West Lane London England Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (506 reviews) Friendly staff and clean room Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Vertus-Edit-Canary-Wharf.h108963417.Hotel-Information) ![Rockwell East](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22970000/22961300/22961240/8331a359_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rockwell East 99 Mansell Street London England Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (754 reviews) Room was clean and warm. Toiletries and towels good. Very close to train line so light sleepers might struggle with the sound and vibration. The breakfast buffet was appalling. For a hotel, the breakfast buffet was the size of a B&B buffet. We got there at 9:45am and were told there was no fruit ... Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Rockwell-East.h22961240.Hotel-Information) ![Native Manchester](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35120000/35119200/35119133/66f859e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Native Manchester 51 Ducie Street Manchester England Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (959 reviews) Fantastic location, Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Native-Manchester.h35119133.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Great Britain](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248623451644244&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Great Britain hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248623451644244&startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07)[Dec 6 - Dec 7](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248623451644244&startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248623451644244&startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08)[Dec 7 - Dec 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248623451644244&startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248623451644244&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025)[Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248623451644244&startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Hyde Park featuring a city, a pond and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/91000/91187-Hyde-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hyde Park 4.5/5(1,008 reviews) Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances. [](https://expedia.ca/Hyde-Park-London-City-Centre.d507738.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tower Bridge showing a river or creek, a bridge and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166870-Tower-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tower Bridge 4.5/5(823 reviews) An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages. [](https://expedia.ca/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Vacation-Attraction) ![Buckingham Palace featuring château or palace, a city and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20574-Buckingham-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buckingham Palace 4.5/5(1,048 reviews) Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all. [](https://expedia.ca/Buckingham-Palace-London-City-Centre.d501516.Vacation-Attraction) ![London Eye featuring a high-rise building, a city and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20626-London-Eye.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### London Eye 4.5/5(702 reviews) Climb aboard this observation wheel for the best bird’s-eye view of the British capital. [](https://expedia.ca/London-Eye-London-City-Centre.d6047451.Vacation-Attraction) ![O2 Arena featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/53000/53600-Millenium-Dome.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### O2 Arena 4/5(112 reviews) Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof. [](https://expedia.ca/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Vacation-Attraction) ![Piccadilly Circus showing a city, signage and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20578-Piccadilly-Circus.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Piccadilly Circus 4/5(827 reviews) Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure. [](https://expedia.ca/Piccadilly-Circus-London-City-Centre.d508415.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169662/dea9cadd-d3ad-441f-af5f-1aff5ee9c6e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour CA $66 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-tower-of-london-tickets-with-yeoman-warder-beefeater-tour.a169662.activity-details) ![Tower Bridge Admission Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/330576/13e77de7-e37a-4483-b096-127be8df355c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tower Bridge Admission Tickets CA $30 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/tower-bridge-admission-tickets.a330576.activity-details) ![sunset at Windsor Castle in London](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169694/4fe79ceb-570e-4a4b-825d-44ad6fd3554f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Windsor Castle Admission Tickets CA $57 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/windsor-castle-admission-tickets.a169694.activity-details) ![Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter by Luxury Coach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/361800/39e5ca6b-f89c-40ea-8812-9db34fda42d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter by Branded Coach CA $111 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/warner-bros-studio-tour-the-making-of-harry-potter-by-branded-coach.a361800.activity-details) ![Westminster Abbey in London](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/282181/098d569e-9891-441e-b83c-701967ec37fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Westminster Abbey Tickets CA $57 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/westminster-abbey-tickets.a282181.activity-details) ![London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169710/9bc1c0f8-953c-4bab-a037-7ec363715c4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise CA $65 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/golden-tours-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-with-river-cruise.a169710.activity-details) [See all activities in Great Britain](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [Hyde Park ](https://expedia.ca/Hyde-Park-London-City-Centre.d507738.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tower Bridge ](https://expedia.ca/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Vacation-Attraction) - [Buckingham Palace ](https://expedia.ca/Buckingham-Palace-London-City-Centre.d501516.Vacation-Attraction) - [London Eye ](https://expedia.ca/London-Eye-London-City-Centre.d6047451.Vacation-Attraction) - [O2 Arena ](https://expedia.ca/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Vacation-Attraction) - [Piccadilly Circus ](https://expedia.ca/Piccadilly-Circus-London-City-Centre.d508415.Vacation-Attraction) - [Southampton Cruise Terminal ](https://expedia.ca/Southampton-Cruise-Terminal-Freemantle.d6156577.Vacation-Attraction) - [Trafalgar Square ](https://expedia.ca/Trafalgar-Square-London-City-Centre.d508420.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wembley Stadium ](https://expedia.ca/Wembley-Stadium-Tokyngton.d501565.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tower of London ](https://expedia.ca/Tower-Of-London-London-City-Centre.d501521.Vacation-Attraction) - [Big Ben ](https://expedia.ca/Big-Ben-London-City-Centre.d6060186.Vacation-Attraction) - [London Bridge ](https://expedia.ca/London-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508412.Vacation-Attraction) - [The British Museum ](https://expedia.ca/The-British-Museum-London-City-Centre.d501529.Vacation-Attraction) - [Warner Bros. Studio Tour London ](https://expedia.ca/Warner-Bros-Studio-Tour-London-Leavesden.d6206707.Vacation-Attraction) - [Oxford Street ](https://expedia.ca/Oxford-Street-London-City-Centre.d6144897.Vacation-Attraction) - [Edinburgh Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Castle-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d500994.Vacation-Attraction) - [ExCeL Exhibition Centre ](https://expedia.ca/ExCeL-Exhibition-Centre-Docklands.d6046590.Vacation-Attraction) - [Old Trafford ](https://expedia.ca/Old-Trafford-Old-Trafford.d501661.Vacation-Attraction) - [Leicester Square ](https://expedia.ca/Leicester-Square-London-City-Centre.d508411.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Paul's Cathedral ](https://expedia.ca/St-Pauls-Cathedral-London-City-Centre.d501558.Vacation-Attraction) - [Marble Arch ](https://expedia.ca/Marble-Arch-London-City-Centre.d508413.Vacation-Attraction) - [Windsor Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Windsor-Castle-Windsor.d501522.Vacation-Attraction) - [LEGOLAND® Windsor ](https://expedia.ca/LEGOLAND-Windsor-Windsor.d6083947.Vacation-Attraction) - [Royal Mile ](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Mile-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129680.Vacation-Attraction) - [Trafford Centre ](https://expedia.ca/Trafford-Centre-Trafford-Park.d6150911.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kensington High Street ](https://expedia.ca/Kensington-High-Street-Kensington.d6145129.Vacation-Attraction) - [Liverpool Street ](https://expedia.ca/Liverpool-Street-London-City-Centre.d6159620.Vacation-Attraction) - [Alton Towers ](https://expedia.ca/Alton-Towers-Stoke-on-Trent.d6088073.Vacation-Attraction) - [Loch Lomond ](https://expedia.ca/Loch-Lomond-Scotland.d182799.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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