5 UK cities worth visiting at least once in a lifetime

“Gorgeous, distinctive architecture, a wealth of history and culture, and fascinating sights”. This description applies to almost every city in the UK – an amazing country where even a small town will delight visitors with a huge number of attractions.

However, there are cities in the UK where you would be seriously short-changing yourself in terms of things to see and experience.

Edinburgh

Scotland’s capital is one of the grandest and most beautiful cities in Europe. Exploring Edinburgh’s architectural sights takes more than a day. And if you’re a history buff with a taste for beauty, take a few days to explore the National Museum and National Gallery of Scotland. Each of these museums hold thousands of objects – enough to excite the inquisitive tourist.

Brighton

Despite the peculiar British climate there are resort cities in this country. They do. And the most colourful among them is Brighton. Almost every British citizen has spent a holiday here.

Located on the southern coast of the country, the city is not only a very popular holiday destination, where you can find excellent entertainment not only in summer, but also at any time of the year, but also a very beautiful place with an attraction worth seeing. This is the seaside residence of the British royal family. A majestic and beautiful architectural complex in Moorish-Saracenic style, it is sure to make a lasting impression.

Cambridge

Not only is this famous university city one of the oldest in the world with around a hundred Nobel Prize winners among its graduates. Cambridge is a city of beautiful architecture and museums with an admirable collection.

In particular, when visiting Cambridge, it would be simply impossible not to visit the Fitzwilliam Museum – one of the first museums of Great Britain. You’ll find paintings by Da Vinci, Rembrandt, Rubens, Picasso and other great masters. And in the library of Trinity College you can see a unique collection of old folio, including manuscripts of Newton and Shakespeare.

York

York is literally a city museum city with its many well-preserved medieval buildings. York Cathedral is one of the jewels of European medieval architecture.

Even walking through the streets of York is an unforgettable and completely free experience. A visit to York Museum, home to one of the richest collections of historical artefacts not only in Britain, but also in Europe, is an experience you’ll never forget. York also has a wealth of very colourful clubs, cafes and pubs to keep you entertained.

Glasgow

This city in Scotland offers a fascinating blend of the great historical sites and modern flavour.

Glasgow is one of Britain’s fastest growing cities. You can enjoy a taste of ancient history as well as a glimpse into the achievements of modern times. The Transport Museum, designed by renowned architect Dame Zaha Hadid, is one of the most impressive buildings in the city.

Glasgow is also a city of museums, home to paintings and sculptures by some of the world’s greatest artists, and of theatres, guardians of the classical English drama tradition.