1-Week UK Itinerary: London, Cambridge & Edinburgh

Imagine you've taken a week off work, combining it with a weekend for a trip. I suggest arriving on a Saturday and taking that day to rest. For the highlight of your trip, plan to spend at least three full days in London. Dedicate one day to travel and explore a different city like Oxford or Cambridge, and two days to enjoy Edinburgh. Now, let's dive into the details of what to see each day. Remember, this is just a guide to give you an idea, and you can adjust it to fit your preferences. I shared all the locations I loved in those cities in the specific travel itinerary of that city. You can go to each itinerary by clicking on the city.

London Day 1 ( Sunday ):

You can get the full list of London locations here in my other page.

• London eye

• Big ben

• Westminster Abbey

• Buckingham Palace

• Trafalgar

• Leicester Square

• Piccadilly Circus

• Regent St.

• Oxford Circus

  
  

💡 This day is all about central London. Lots of walking, so wear comfy shoes!

Day 2 ( Monday ):

• Covent garden

• British Museum

  
  

💡 A slower day. Grab lunch at one of the cozy cafés in Covent Garden and wander through the museum.

Day 3 ( Tuesday ):

• St. Paul's Cathedral

• Millennium Bridge

• Tower bridge

• Emirates Stadium

  
  

💡 Mix of classic sights and a personal pick for Arsenal fans. End with views of Tower Bridge at sunset.

Cambridge

Day 4 ( Wednesday ):

Here is the full list for the Cambridge.

Going to early in the morning. You can use this page to search and buy for a ticket.

• Kings College Chapel

• Newton's Apple Tree

• Boat tour

• Bridge of Sighs

• Cambridge Market square 

• The Corpus Clock

💡 A great day to soak up old-school academic vibes with beautiful architecture and river views.

Edinburgh

Day 5 ( Thursday ):

Here is the must see locations for the Edinburgh.

This is the day you leave the Cambridge to Edinburgh. You can use the same website to book a train ticket.

• Edinburgh Castle

• St Giles' Cathedral

• Victoria Street

💡 Victoria Street = major Harry Potter vibes. Grab a coffee and explore the little shops!

Day 6 ( Friday ):

• Scott Monument

• National Galleries of Scotland 

• Calton Hill

💡 Art, views, and a little exercise to end the day right.

Day 7 ( Saturday ):

I'm guessing you'll be heading back from Edinburgh. On this day, enjoy a light walk along the Royal Mile before heading to the airport. Then, take Sunday to rest and recover from your travels.

💡 Perfect light walk before your flight. Sunday = recovery day at home.

I hope you liked my trip planner. Enjoy your trip. Please let me know what is your suggestions in the comment section.