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First-time ravelers who think of London as England's only top tourist destination are in store for an eye-opening surprise.

Steeped in history, castles, and idyllic vistas, Britain offers a variety of well-known attractions outside the capital city of interest to kids and adults alike.

Popular day trips from London include the Queen's official residences at Windsor Castle, or a step back further in time to historical Canterbury, or to William Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Young literary fans can return to the days King Arthur at Glastonbury or trace Harry Potter movie locations in professionally arranged or self-guided tours.

Stonehenge and the Rollright Stones are also a must-see for vistors who want to discover ancient and prehistoric Britain.

More UK attractions? Don't forget to include stops at the world's most famous colleges at Oxford and Cambridge; the impossibly beautiful countryside of the Cotswolds and the Lake District; and a mix of history and breathtaking Gothic architecture in the cathedral town of Durham.

More about England travel & UK tourism around the Web:

England Travel | Lonely Planet World Guide - A top spot for UK travel info including all major tourist attractions plus an insiders guide to offbeat England, picture gallery, schedule of events.

UK Tourist Info.com - Navigation can be a bit dodgy, but otherwise a goldmine of practical info such as driving regulations, pre-travel planning, as well as major tourist attractions and a special look at Mysterious Britain - including prehistoric monuments, crop circles, myths and sea monsters.

A Window to the West of England - Featuring breathtaking landscapes, guides to hotels and major attractions in Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall plus maps, pub guides and contact info.

Cumbria Tourist Board - The complete guide to the Lake District including pictures, maps, hotels, restaurants, sightseeing, suggested itineraries.

UK Summer Travel Calendar:

also see feature articles -> Maritime Britain | UK Luxury Travel

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also see -> Scotland Tourist Attractions | London Tourist Attractions

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