How to be a Tourist in Your Own City

You might be disappointed at the thought of not being able to go abroad anytime soon, but there is much waiting for you to see right here in the UK. During these times, local travel is something we should all be doing more of. Despite it being so small here, it packs so much in. From cosy coves to chic cities and rambling countryside – you might be surprised by what you can find from just outside your doorstep.

Discover the UK

When you’ve booked a holiday in the past have you always gone abroad? It would make sense as the weather can be pretty miserable here. However, even with grey skies there are some truly special places for you to find here. It all depends on what you’re interested in. Delicious food scenes, rewarding hikes or perhaps a new surf spot. Treat your local area like you would a country you’re about to visit, and check out what you’re missing. Trains to London King’s Cross let you discover so much. If you’re looking inspiration for day trips near, then look no further than right here.

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Wine and Dine

When you’ve been living in the same place for a while, you’re bound to have your favourite spots you go to all the time. Remember there would have been a time where they were new to you. So why not take this time to get some favourite spots? Have a look online and check out the top-rated places. If you avoid them because they’re tourist traps, you could always order take out from them to taste the menu. That way you get the best of both worlds. You could try a different place every week for a month.

Mix up Your Routes

One of the easiest things you can do to rediscover your town is to take different routes. Where is somewhere you normally drive to? You could try to walk or cycle there instead. Or the next time you’re walking somewhere, have a look and see if there’s a scenic route alternative. Routines and comfort zones are one thing, but mixing things up from time to time can give you a sense of small adventure in your day to day life.

Whether you want to explore some scenery or get stuck into your local food scene, there is so much you do without having to go far from home. Do you have anywhere in the UK that you’d like to discover?

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