No one mocks England better than the English — but behind the dry humor and national self-deprecation lies a country packed with surprises. The best places to visit in England range from crumbling castles and storybook villages to edgy cities where street art and skyscrapers collide. This is a land of sharp contrasts: ancient woodlands rub shoulders with industrial skylines, and centuries-old pubs sit steps away from bold contemporary galleries.
History is everywhere — gritty, glorious, and never dull. You can trace it through the Tower of London, Roman ruins in Bath, or Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford. But England isn’t stuck in the past. You’ll find multicultural neighborhoods buzzing with energy, cutting-edge festivals, and boundary-pushing art scenes from Manchester to Bristol.
It’s this mix — old and new, quaint and gritty — that gives England its edge. And whether you're into hiking the moors, gallery-hopping in London, or just chasing the perfect Sunday roast, there’s always something worth the trip.