Buzzin Travel

England is a country that has a lot to offer, from its stunning varied coastline, with shingle and sand beaches, to it’s beautiful national parks and its vibrant city environments to it quintessential quaint villages – there is something on offer for everyone.

Whatever your passions and favoured pastimes, England has attractions available to suit your style – with some sights proving ever popular. Below we take a look at ten of the top English attractions that keep visitors coming year after year.

London Eye
The largest Ferris Wheel in Europe sits on London’s south bank and offers an unparalleled experience – with amazing panoramas over the city and, on a clear day, surrounds.

Blackpool Tower
The focal point of one of Britain’s best-loved seaside towns,  Blackpool Tower offer a combination of attraction all in one unique place. Drawing its inspiration from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the 158 metre tall landmark towers over the seafront an offers a range of delights from a circus to a viewing deck to a kids play area.

Stonehenge
This Neolithic stone circle is an iconic image of ancient England. With its huge monoliths dominating Salisbury Plain, Stonehenge has an undeniably mystical appeal, which draws visitors from across the globe who come to marvel at its construction or to meditate on its spiritual significance.

Alton Towers
England’s favourite theme park is located in Cheshire and offers fun and thrills for all the family. The clever combination of thrilling roller coaster rides and engaging attractions for younger visitors makes Alton Towers a real family favourite for visitors from across England and further afield – making a great day out for the young and the young at heart.

Eden Project
Located in Cornwall, the Eden Centre is an amazing example of eco-tourism offering visitors a chance to get close to nature and learn about ways of protecting and living

Roman Baths, Bath
This spa city is a stunning sight to behold with the Roman Baths offering a great focal point for a day’s exploring.

Buckingham Palace
Hardly anyone goes to England without taking the time to stop and see the London home of Her Majesty the Queen. This stunning example of architecture is open to visitors in the summer months offering an insight into the life of the Royal Family, while the daily spectacle of the changing of the guard is a year round draw for visitors.

The Tower of London
Guarded by the Beefeaters in their traditional garb, and watched over by rooks who are said to be a talisman, the Tower of London is home to the crown jewels, as well as being the site of some of the bloodiest moments in British history.

Windsor Castle
The oldest and biggest occupied castle in the World, Windsor Castle is a great day out. Refurbished after a terrible fire in 1992, the castle is said to be the Queen’s favourite residence and houses an exciting array of artwork and exhibitions.

Land’s End
The most southerly point in the UK is located in the county of Cornwall and draws a large number of visitors – from holidaymakers popping past to the famed “End to Enders” who travel between here and John O’ Groats in Scotland on personal and charity challenges.