Welcome to Britain!

Whether you need inspiration for your trip or practical travel advice, VisitBritain has everything you need to plan your perfect holiday to Britain.  Contact us in Australia.

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History and heritage

History and heritage

Stonehenge

Marvel at the enigmatic Stonehenge, follow in the footsteps of Kings and Queens, discover Shakespeare’s birthplace Step back in time to British historical places

Plan your next adventure with our itineraries around Britain

Plan your next adventure around Britain with our itineraries

Feel the wind in your hair as you cycle cross-country, watch green hills gently roll by as you enjoy the romance of rail travel choose your itinerary around Britain

Music in Britain

music

Abbey Road to Penny Lane, Artic Monkeys to Led Zeppelin, Glastonbury Festival to T in the Park. Find out what to listen to in Britain

Museums and Galleries

Museums and Galleries

British Museum, London

Britain has hundreds of local and regional museums and galleries full of eye-catching and informative collections, many of which are free to enter! Museums and Galleries in Britain

Bog Snorkelling in Wales

Bog Snorkelling in Wales

Bog Snorkelling Wales

Tie in your travels with a bizarre British event: be amused or bemused, and get an insight on Britain you’ll never forget Quirky events in Britain

Britain on your mobile

Britain on your mobile

You can now get most of our website information including destinations guides, maps, attractions, events and accommodation, live and free on your mobile now!

London

London

London

London is full of history, heritage and culture, yet one of the most fast-moving, cosmopolitan cities on the planet Read more about London

Food and drink

Haggis from Scotland

Haggis, neaps and tatties? Cosy pub with traditional menu? Celebrity restaurant serving food from around the world? Taste it in Britain

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Win a trip to Britain

Premier League football in the UK

Love Britain? Love Football? Enter our competition to win a trip to Britain and you could experience a Barclays Premier League match for yourself.  But you need to hurry, as the competition ends on 31 March 2010!

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We’ve chopped our prices!!

15% off Great British Heritage Passes until end of March 2010

15% off Great British Heritage Passes until end of March 2010 when you buy from our online shop.  Discover Britain’s unique and magical heritage and access more than 580 heritage properties with one pass. 
Naked gardening optional!

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Steam Trains in Wales

Ffestiniog Train in Wales

There are 14 scenic railways in Wales. Built to transport Welsh slate and Welsh people. Some are well over a hundred years old, so the trains travel at a gentle pace. The Snowdon Railway never goes above a whopping five miles per hour, which is perfect for enjoying the view as you travel deep into the Welsh country 

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