Things to see and do United Kingdom

London's largest royal park, with almost 1,000 ha and a unique view of the River Thames from Richmond Hill. Set amidst hills, woods and ponds, it's a haven of peace for all visitors. It's a far cry from the hustle and bustle of central London. The park is a protected area, formerly used as a royal hunting ground by King Charles ^I. Deer and stags still roam freely here, crossing the paths of golfers, joggers and even horse riders.

This 1620 church is not only famous for its monument to the Covenanters, the Scottish Presbyterians who fought against the imposition of the Anglican faith. Its mysterious cemetery, dotted with moss and old stones, is the final resting place of the most devoted dog in Scottish culture: Greyfriars Bobby. After the death of his owner, a policeman named John Gray, this little Skye Terrier came to sleep next to his master's remains for 14 years, until his own death in 1872. Today, the two friends are buried side by side and a statue honors the memory of faithful Bobby on George IV Bridge. More recently, other graves have been recorded as having inspired J. K. Rowling as she wrote regularly from the nearby Elephant House café. Potterheads and the curious will find the poet William McGonagall, the Potter family, and Thomas Riddell, who is believed to be the origin of Voldemort's birth name. Since the latter is often the most sought-after, we'll save you some time: once in the cemetery, go around the church and into a walled annex to George Heriot's School. The grave is at the far right.

More hidden, you will also find Sirius Black, Slughorn and Alastor Moody. If you wish, there are 100% Harry Potter tours! This is the most famous cemetery in Scotland.

People have been coming here since 1835 to admire Edinburgh through the lorgnette of a periscope whose panoramas are projected onto a large table-screen. This visit is particularly popular with children, who appreciate the fun aspect. On six floors, a maze of attractions and exhibitions also provides a whole world of optical illusions and curiosities based on sounds, lights, mirrors and tunnels, for fans of the genre. At the top, the Outlook Tower also offers beautiful views of the surrounding area, including the castle, which is just across the street.

This museum dedicated to the war strikes hard. As soon as you cross the threshold, an exhibition of war machines: tanks, combat aircraft suspended from the ceiling, dwarf submarines or a bus used during the First World War to transport British troops to battle. Soon, all these machines gave way to rooms dedicated to the history of the two world wars, the reconstruction of a trench or an air raid shelter. The focus is on the men and women, known or unknown, who have been involved in these conflicts.

This 60.60 metre high Doric column has great significance for Londoners as it commemorates one of the city's most painful events, the Great Fire of 1666 which devastated the City. The monument stands exactly 60.60 metres from the spot where the fire started, at a baker's in Pudding Lane. The column was designed by Christopher Wren, who was also responsible for the reconstruction of many buildings after the fire. The 311 steps of the spiral staircase can be climbed.

Commissioned by King Charles II in 1675 from architect Christopher Wren, the Royal Observatory allowed astronomer John Flamsteed to observe the sky. The royal park that surrounds it is partly designed by Le Nôtre. Inside the Observatory is the Greenwich meridian, whose line can be seen on the ground. In 1884, it was decided that the Greenwich meridian would correspond to the 0 meridian, from which all distances would be measured from east to west. Recently, calculations have located the meridian a little further east than the trace!

Officially created in 1934 by the king George VI, this museum is the largest maritime museum in the world. The collections gather a large number of objects related to the maritime history of Britain: sea charts, manuscripts, scale models, ship plans, navigation instruments... The museum also has a large collection of personalities' portraits linked to the British maritime history as well as the world's largest library of marine construction works with nearly 100,000 works.

This magnificent theatre enjoys a spectacular location, perched on the cliffs of the small municipality of Porthcurno. Although it looks like an antique hemicycle, its construction only began in 1930, thanks to the plans of a tireless English lady, Miss Cade, who completed most of it. It still hosts performances in the summer and the back of each seat bears the inscription of a work : The Merchant of Venice, Alice in Wonderland... If you're in the area during the summer, be sure to spend the evening.

This magnificent palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a model of grandeur and architecture, typical of the great British noble residences. The Duke of Marlborough, who won the Battle of Blenheim against the French in 1704, lived in these sumptuous interiors surrounded by superb parkland. It's also the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, national hero and several-time Prime Minister. An exhibition traces his life and plunges us into the intimacy of this statesman. Cafés, restaurants and stores on site.

As early as the 10th century, Salerno, Pavia, Bologna and Paris had schools of higher learning welcoming students from all over Europe. In England, on the other hand, illiteracy prevailed almost everywhere, including among the clergy. Hence the creation, in 1133, of a school of higher learning with the primary aim of training better-educated clerics. Oxford was a natural choice: the city was one of the most important in the kingdom, and great masters taught in churches or organized public readings before an audience of learned clerics. Oxford became a true university town when Henry II ordered English clerics to return from Paris. Christ Church is certainly the city's most famous and finest college. Its construction was ordered by King Henry VIII in 1546. Its ^17th-century dome jealously guards a bell called Great Tom, which strikes 101 times every evening to signal the closing of the college gates. In the main courtyard, nicknamed Tom Quad, you'll find the great hall and its famous staircase. Founded in 1525, the college chapel is also Oxford Cathedral, the smallest cathedral in England. It inspired Lewis Caroll, who taught there, to writeAlice in Wonderland, while the chapel's architecture influenced some of the fantastic settings in his famous novel. Several Harry Potter scenes were also filmed here.

Caernarfon Castle was built between 1283 and 1330 by Edward ^I to consolidate his military advance. He wanted the castle to be a blend of styles, combining the walls of Constantinople - hence its unusual polygonal towers - and Roman grandeur.

Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, Caernarfon is not only one of the best-preserved castles in the country, but also one of the largest medieval castles in the world!

A strategic and political location, Caernarfon was the site of the 1969 investiture of Elizabeth II's son Charles as Prince of Wales. Since 1282, the date of the English victory over Llywelyn the Last, the last "Welsh" prince, the title of Prince of Wales has become that of the aspirant to the British Crown. This custom and title can be traced back to Edward ^I of England, who had promised the Welsh a non-English-speaking prince born in Wales. Edward II, born in Caernarfon, spoke neither English nor Welsh... It wasn't until 1911 that Welsh Prime Minister Lloyd George demanded that the investiture take place in Caernarfon, in Wales. On display at the castle is the throne specially designed for the occasion, as well as a specimen chair and everything else that was made for the ceremony.

A giant playground, Caernarfon Castle can be explored through towers and underground passages, dead ends, ramparts and spiral staircases... Don't miss the Castle Museum and the Royal Welsh Fusiliers Museum.

It is the most impressive Norman fortress ruin in the valley and the first stone castle built in the United Kingdom. Following the victory of Hastings in 1066, William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, became King of England and organized the defence of his new territory. Hereford County was entrusted to William Fitz-Osbern, who had the first building of Chepstow Castle built to counter the Welsh attacks: the Great Tower, now at the centre of the overall structure. In 1189, the building passed into the hands of William Marshal. This knight, renowned for his military knowledge, had defensive walls added on either side of the Great Tower, which corresponded to the castle's current enclosure. The entrance was built under his reign, flanked by round towers, a revolutionary detail at a time when the towers were square. The impressive oak doors, also built by Marshal, are the oldest castle doors in Europe!

The Marten's Tower was added between 1285 and 1293, under the reign of Roger Bigod. The castle houses a museum that reconstructs the entire history of the building, particularly through its constant architectural improvements, from a defensive point of view. It is considered by specialists as exemplary in this respect, having always known how to adapt to new attack techniques and often in an innovative way. Aesthetically, it is a pleasure to walk through the impressive volumes of the fortress and contemplate the river.

At Wimbledon, the arrival of summer marks the imminent start of this legendary tournament. Take the opportunity to visit this legendary venue and discover the traditions that have made Wimbledon the most coveted title in tennis. Immerse yourself in the history of the tournament, explore the backstage area and admire the center court. Soak up the iconic atmosphere of this prestigious tournament and explore the exhibitions that showcase the legends of tennis.

Certainly one of London's most famous tours! Take the Magicobus to the original Warner Bros. studios of the Harry Potter films. Discover stunning sets such as the Great Hall and the Chemin de Traverse, contemplate the dresses worn by Hermione and the actors' costumes, learn all about the various special effects and even taste some Bièraubeurre! A magical day out for all Harry fans, young and old alike.

A fascinating museum of anthropology and archaeology, this museum is right next to the Oxford Museum of Natural History and can be accessed through its entrance. It opened its doors in 1884, when General Pitt Rivers, an influential figure in the development of evolutionary archaeology and anthropology, decided to leave its collections to Oxford University. It is still possible to see objects from all regions of the world. It is also an educational and research institution. We love its typically Victorian atmosphere.

A must-see in southern England! Between Eastbourne and Seaford, the Seven Sisters are a series of white chalk cliffs, whose undulating summits offer beautiful walks. In addition to the cliffs, the 280-hectare site includes sublime valleys with winding rivers and paths through meadows along the coast. As well as exploring on foot, there are many other activities on offer: cycling, kayaking, volunteering with a ranger... and even an evening of stargazing. Find out more at the Visitor Centre!

The cathedral, built in 1333, is the largest and most beautiful in England. It is a set of lawns and old buildings. Even today, the enclosure is closed every evening and the residents each have their keys.

The Cuillin Mountains are among the most breathtaking and unmistakable in the country. Their spectacular ascent is often a consecration but requires rigorous preparation, excellent orientation and considerable effort. There is no real path to climb there, so that some passages are almost like climbing. However, some routes are easier to climb if you have the will and a good map.

It is up there, in this Scottish Wild West, that you find the soul of the Highlands. You won't necessarily have time to do the whole itinerary, but choose at least one section to capture the infinite grandeur of this small country. You are free to shorten them, cross them or modify them. Some are much longer than others and will probably require to be cut in two days. In any case, a good map will be the key to your success.

From Kyle of Lochalsh to Loch Torridon: the first stop is Plockton, an idyllic little village where pretty houses are lined up facing a bewitching and wooded bay. It announces the beginning of Loch Carron, which the road follows until the village of Lochcarron, a long open street on the banks, where beautiful photos can be taken. The road then climbs on the heights, to reach Ardarroch and plunge into the heart of the Appelcross peninsula, as beautiful as wild. At Tornapress, you can cut off towards Shieldaig and cross sublime and deserted stretches of wide open spaces, surrounded by peaks, or continue towards Applecross via the Bealach na Ba pass. The scenery will be all the more magnificent as you climb. Don't hesitate to turn around and look back as you gain altitude over Loch Kishorn in the foreground and Loch Carron in the background. You will then enter an absolutely fairy-tale-like place with the threat of a canyon, while the road winds its way to a breathtaking view of the Cuillin of Skye. It then descends to the coast, along high moorland covered plateaus. The rest of the route to Torridon follows the charming coastline, which has only the island of Raasay and the Trotternish Peninsula as neighbors.

Loch Torridon to Gairloch: Loch Torridon (split between Loch Torridon and Upper Loch Torridon) is definitely one of the most beautiful and amazing in the country. But the powerful Glen Torridon which follows reminds us that we are in the Highlands, with its imposing walls of black mountains, as beautiful as dramatic. The road forks at Kinlochewe to follow the admirable Loch Maree, which is full of charm and strangely shaped landforms. The area is a nature reserve and you will find the Beinn Eighe Visitor Centre just before the loch (www.nnr.scot), then a parking lot on its shores with self-service documentation on possible walks in the area. The path then continues quietly to Gairloch.

From Gairloch to Lochinver : the section towards Poolewe is quite typical of the west coast but it is on the heights of Loch Ewe that the show is perfectly dazzling. The panorama on this small sea and Ewe Island is unforgettable, especially at sunset. The Guinard Bay to follow is also very romantic and the Little Loch Broom has impressive waterfalls at the Ardessie Waterfalls. The road then leaves the coastline and announces a return to the heart of the Hilghlands, once again entering deep glens . Before turning onto the A835 for Loch Broom and Ullapool, you may want to stop at the Falls of Measach. You then have two options for getting to Lochinver: the coast and the land. The coastal route turns at Drumrunie and follows two lochs, passing close to Stac Pollaidh (613 meters), a curious mountain with a Wild West feel. It then zigzags to its destination between water and rock. The path across the land remains on the main road, the A835/37. It is just as sumptuous and has the advantage of gaining more altitude, between the plains and the northern behemoths, such as Suilven (731 m), Quinag (808 m) and Cul Mor (849 m), in the distant shadow of the colossal Ben More Assynt (998 m). Just before turning onto Loch Assynt, it crosses the very photogenic ruins of Ardvreck Castle. If you are short of time, you don't have to make the detour to Lochinver and you can go north without passing by the coast.

From Lochinver to Durness: you can either retrace your steps to catch up with the A894 or follow the coastline along the B869. If you choose the latter, you can eventually pass by the Point of Stoer and hike to its impressive stack, the Old Man of Stoer. You will catch up with the main road shortly before Unapool and Eas a' Chual Aluinn, the highest waterfall in Britain (200 m) is not far from here, but requires a long and tough 10 km round trip walk from Loch na Gainmich. You will then walk along the beautiful waterfront dotted with lochans (small lochs), via the small bay of Scourie and Laxford Bridge. The final stretch between Rhioconich and Durness is delightful with its vast meadows bordered by mountains to the east. In this area, if you have some time, don't miss the enchanting Sandwood Bay, which is often on the list of the most beautiful beaches in the UK. You'll need to take the B801 west to Blairmore, where a small parking lot and toilets mark the start of the path. It's a 13 kilometers walk there and back, to reach a breathtakingly beautiful beach, whose white sands are encircled by cliffs and watched over by a majestic stack to the south (www.johnmuirtrust.org).

One of the three Cistercian abbeys of the country and which has inspired many artists. William Wordsworth wrote in Lines Composed A Few Miles above Tintern Abbey: "Five years have passed; five summers as long / Only five endless winters! And again I hear / These waters that roll from the springs of the mountains / With a soft earthly murmur. - Again / I can admire these high escarpments / Which in this wild and almost deserted place give birth / The idea of greater solitude, and unite / The landscape to the peace of heaven. - The Day / It came for me to calm down again."

The abbey was built in 1131 by the Cistercian order and was, until 1536, the place of retreat for monks. The site, surrounded by wooded valleys and on the other by the river, proved to be favourable to their desire to return to the monastic precepts of Saint Benedict, isolating themselves to reject all forms of material temptation and seek spiritual peace.

Today, we drive under majestic arches in the open air, in a superb natural setting, to the delight of the eyes. Tintern is one of the few abbeys to have been preserved during the war led by Edward II. Today, the abbey still has the 72-metre-long Gothic church, the ruins of the domestic quarters and the novice hall. The abbots were often buried in the church, some tombstones still remain. Although in ruins, Tintern remains the best preserved medieval abbey in the country and is worth a visit.

The National Museum of the Roman Legion is located inside the remains of the fortress, built in 75 AD and which protected the region for more than 200 years. Caerleon was then known as "Isca". We discover the history of the powerful Roman Empire through reconstructions and the exhibition of objects resulting from archaeological excavations, bringing together weapons and domestic objects. An interesting and free visit!

Famous for its university choir, considered one of the best in the world. The college was founded in 1511 by Margaret Beaufort, mother of Henry VII. The chapel housing the renowned choir was built in 1863. St John's is also proud to have produced 9 Nobel Prize winners, as well as six prime ministers, three archbishops, two princes... Quite an impressive list. Among them, the poet William Wordsworth and the mathematician Paul Dirac, one of the fathers of quantum mechanics. His Bridge of Sighs across the River Cam is also noteworthy.

Torr Head: from Cushendun, follow the Scenic Coastal Road towards Ballycastle. The route is quite narrow, so caution is required. In fine weather, it's an enchantment for your eyes. It seems that we are alone at the end of the world and we see, on the whole, Scotland, the Mull of Kintyre and the island of Islay. Once you arrive at Torr Head, you have to park the car and walk a few minutes to the headland and its post of ruined coast guards, where the viewpoint on the cliffs, the countryside and the coastline is absolutely magnificent.

Fair Head: more to the northwest and following Fairhead Road, we arrive at the parking lot before these stunning cliffs. You will have to follow a trail about a few hundred meters on foot to reach its impressive rocks, which plunge into the sea from their 180 m. The views on the horizon are breathtaking. Here too, we need to be careful on the road. To have an idea of the vastness of Fair Head, you can also admire the panorama from Ballycastle.

Tollymore is one of Ireland's largest forest parks, crossed by the Shimna River. It was the first state forest in the country and offers beautiful walks on the northern slopes of the. It is particularly nice to enter the Bryansford Gate, impressive door with its granite turrets and Gothic style architecture dating back to 1786. The whole site covers 630 ha and, like many other places in Northern Ireland, it has grown to posterity thanks to the game Game of Thrones, which turned some scenes into it.

No doubt one of the world's top football venues. Here the Red Devils are more than stars, they are true gods. The stadium, called "Theatre of Dreams", houses a museum that recounts the history of this club whose extraordinary results were the result of the Queen's ennobled, Sir Alex Ferguson. Guided tours are also organized.

City fans refusing to enter Old Trafford can still visit the Etihad Stadium across the city (www.mancity.com).

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The origins of this architectural treasure lie in a Roman fort built over 2,000 years ago. The Romans had erected fortifications to make Cardiff a naval base and trading post. In the ^11th century, the Normans used the Roman walls as foundations to build their own fortress. And finally, after several changes of ownership, in the ^18th century Cardiff Castle became the property of Wales' best-known family, the Bute family. At the end of the ^19th century, the third Marquess of Bute, reputed to be the richest man in Europe at the time, reinvented Cardiff Castle with the help of architect William Burges (1827-1881). The combination of these two men, a young polyglot with a passion for the natural sciences and an extravagant architect with a love of the Middle Ages, led to the creation of a castle unlike any other in the area. The style is marked by medieval characteristics, with an abundance of gold, raspberry and duck blue, a mix of genres and inscriptions in Greek, Hebrew and Latin. The nursery, whose tiled walls illustrate thirty children's stories, from Robin Hood to Sleeping Beauty, is a marvel. Each room has a different style; from the patio, a pale copy of Pompeii, to the winter salon, the only constant is the repetition of images and paintings of parrots, Burges' favorite animal. Discover these wonders on a guided tour, which we strongly recommend you take.

Built in 1119, this medieval castle stands in the beautiful Kent countryside. Once a stronghold, Leeds Castle has since been transformed into a royal residence, with the surrounding wall demolished. The tour includes the moat, now populated by white swans, and a yew labyrinth. The building is considered one of the most beautiful in the world, and houses the only known dog collar museum. You can also watch the celestial ballet of falconry birds of prey. It's a magical setting.

As its original name suggests, the Millennium Dome was created to celebrate the turn of the millennium, and was inaugurated on January¹, 2000. Built on the line of the Greenwich meridian, this immense dome - the largest in the world - lends a futuristic allure to the landscape. In 2005, the Millennium Dome became The O2 and underwent a veritable renaissance. It is now a vast complex comprising a shopping mall outlet, cinema, restaurants and a concert hall hosting the world's greatest artists.

Hampton Court Palace was the favorite residence of the famous King Henry VIII. Along with St. James' Palace, it is the only of Henry VIII's castles to have survived the passage of time. The royal family lived there until the ^18th century. The gardens, with their labyrinth and tennis court built in 1626, are well worth a visit. The Labyrinth is one of the oldest vegetated labyrinths in Europe. Don't miss " The Chocolate Kitchens ", recently opened to the public! They were used for the meticulous preparation of this luxurious food at the time.

At the top of the cliffs lie the ruins of this legendary castle, traditionally believed to be the birthplace of King Arthur. The present structure was built later, in the ^13th century, and the site chosen for its construction is exceptional. To reach it, you have to climb steep, uneven steps. The spectacular views will reward your efforts, and both the panorama and the setting are magnificent, with the jagged coastline all around and the sea as far as the eye can see. An exhibition on site tells the story of the site. A pleasant visit.

This garden stretches between the Stour River and the Westgate Towers. The walk is pleasant.

Built at the very beginning of the 18th century in 1701, during the reign of Queen Anne, the Mompesson House boasts magnificent ceilings and an absolutely sumptuous oak staircase. There is a strange, nostalgic atmosphere in the house that contrasts with the hustle and bustle of Cathedral Close. It was for this reason, among others, that it was selected as the location for the film Reasons and Feelings, based on the novel by Jane Austen. A visit not to be missed for lovers of beautiful homes!

From the first train to the Eurostar, the whole world of rail travel is detailed in this national museum. You can get up close to more than 300 vehicles, including the world's fastest steam engine, Harry Potter's Hogwarts Express, but also royal luxury carriages and the first locomotives of the Industrial Revolution. In all, three centuries of history and a compilation of a million rail-related objects, such as photos, artworks, posters and decorations. Some of the industrial heritage of Liverpool and Manchester.

St Ives has beautiful sandy beaches. Porthmeor Beach, 700 m long, just opposite the Tate Gallery is the favorite of surfers.

Symbol of Glastonbury, this great hill was a place of retreat for the monks, before becoming a chapel, destroyed by an earthquake in 1275. Rebuilt later, the ruins of the Chapel of St Michael can still be seen here. Today it is only a tower, but a mystical atmosphere surrounds it. The Arthurian legends linked to the site are numerous and some see the entrance to Avalon, the burial place of King Arthur. You have to climb it to grasp the magnificence of the place and the flat landscapes that surround it. Beautiful pictures from the top

This gigantic cathedral is one of the most beautiful in the world and is the undisputed icon of the whole city and indeed of Yorkshire. In 1220, the Archbishop of York decided to replace the Norman building that stood there with a jewel of Gothic architecture capable of rivaling Canterbury, the superb neighbour to the south. The challenge was met! This colossus can even tease Notre Dame, and its medieval stained glass windows (West Window) are considered the most brilliant in Britain. But it's the whole thing that is so beautiful, and it's a delight from the inside as well as the outside. During your visit, don't miss the statues of the King's Screen and the organ which is leaning against it. The circular Chapter House is also absolutely enchanting. For a small additional fee, you can reach the top of the Minster from the central tower. The views over the city and the Yorkshire countryside are breathtaking. As are the very narrow and steep stairs leading up to it... However, beware of peak hours and busy days, when the building is quickly taken over by groups of tourists. If you don't have enough time, at least take a tour outside.

Undercroft. When the Minster threatened to collapse in the 1970s, salvage attempts revealed some 2,000-year-old rubble.Descend into the bowels of the earth to view the remains of an ancient Roman fort, original early foundations and finds around a Saxon cemetery

Saint Augustine's Abbey was built in 1140 and, by 1542, the building had expanded to form the new cathedral. A fine example of Gothic architecture, it boasts a sumptuous and imposing chapter house, the meeting place of the monks. The nave was destroyed in the ^16th century, then rebuilt in the ^19th century according to its original medieval plan. It forms a large, uniform hall with the choir and aisles, which are the same height. A must-see in Bristol. The gardens surrounding the church are equally beautiful.

This is the first time since 1925 that the Scottish capital has redone its single malt. The distillery is housed in a beautiful historic building, some 180 years old, a few steps from Holyrood Park and Old Town. You will discover how whisky and gin are made and will be able to follow different guided tours, according to your wishes: immersion in the distillery, visit and tasting of whisky or gin, masterclass on whisky. Explore also the shop and its selection of rare and vintage whiskies, the "Holyrood Prestige Collection"!

Right next door to the Palace of Westminster, Banqueting House is a resilient presence within Whitehall, remaining the only part of the building not destroyed by the tragic fire of 1698. The fire, started by a maid inadvertently leaving her washing to dry far too close to the fireplace, engulfed much of this magnificent palace. Banqueting House, an authentic architectural treasure, was built by Inigo Jones between 1619 and 1622, one of England's leading classical architects. A testament to the classical style, and more specifically the Palladian style, close to the Italian Renaissance, Banqueting House embodies an aesthetic which, at the time, was totally revolutionary in England.

Comprising a single hall spread over two levels, Banqueting House was long the epicenter of grandiose festivities. In 1635, Charles ^I commissioned Rubens to paint a fresco on the ceiling in memory of his father. But once the work was finished, he feared that the smoke would damage the painting, and the feasts were held elsewhere. It was this same Charles ^I who was beheaded in front of the Palace of Whitehall on January 30, 1639, bearing the brunt of the first English revolution. Rubens' work is the painter's only in situ painting. It features three main scenes: the union of the crowns, the apotheosis of James ^I and his reign. Between 1890 and 1964, the building served as an army chapel and museum. Today, it is occasionally used for receptions.

Just outside the city walls of Derry is the Guildhall, a red brick building in the Gothic Revival style. Originally built in 1890, the building was rebuilt after a fire in 1908. It now houses the City Council Chamber and the offices of the Mayor of Derry. However, it is still worthwhile to enter the building, especially to have a look at the beautiful old stained glass windows, telling episodes of Derry's eventful history, and an exhibition on the Plantation in Ulster.

This open-air museum is a must-see attraction during a visit to the region in the summer. In a large natural park, the life and houses of the future emigrants to North America during the 18th and 19th centuries are reconstructed identically (with the materials of the time, of course). Along a marked route (which can take between two and three hours), you visit the blacksmith and the blacksmith, the milkmaid and her garden, the letter carrier and the post office, the printer in his store, the grocer and the grocery store, the banker in his bank... and all sorts of cottages inhabited by real people (actors in period costumes are waiting for you) who live in the skin of the inhabitants of yesteryear. The houses are not crammed together, and this is what makes the attraction so charming: discovering at the bend of a path, a field, a garden or a grove the farm or the cottage to be visited. We almost feel embarrassed to enter the courtyard where the chickens are pecking, or the well-ordered bedroom lit by a candle, as if it were a private home and not a museum! To finish, a whole street is reconstituted with the port of embarkation of the emigrants with the boat they are going to take (to visit also, with the passenger holds, striking!). In short, you will have understood, it is a playful and interactive visit. The ideal kind of museum for a family visit.

The Murlough Nature Reserve offers many hikes and is a paradise for all birdwatchers. It is a rare and 6,000-year-old dune area with superb views of the Mourne Mountains. There are many wildflowers and several species of butterflies.

This is the neighborhood around Matthew Street. A Mecca of the Beatles, visitors come to find one of the places of their beginnings. Indeed, this was where the group was born at the Cavern Club where it occurred 292 times between 1961 and 1963. It is also here that producer Brian Einstein lives the Beatles for the first time. The original club was demolished, but it has been rebuilt since then.

After their concerts, the four stars would usually take a drink at the "The Grape" pub. Next to the Cave Club, a "wall of celebrities" also bears the names of the other famous groups that have gone there. Another presents gold discs, each one of which is a singer or a Liverpool group that reached first place in the English hit. On Matthew Street you will also find a statue of John Lennon and the Matthew Street Gallery, specialized in the art that came to the singer (drawings) and photographs of the Beatles. It's obviously on Matthew Street that most of the festivities were held during the week of the Beatles in August.

The oval balloon buffs will be right at home here. The stadium of anthology was inaugurated in 1925, when the national team won its first grand slam. It is an integral part of Scotland's heritage and occupies a special place in the imagination of fans around the world. Between 1942 and 1944, it was even requisitioned to serve as a Royal Air Force depot. Although it can now accommodate more than 67,000 spectators, it had a much larger capacity, which had to make way for certain security arrangements. Yet it holds the world record for attendance at a rugby match, with an attendance of 104,000 at a Scotland-Wales match in 1975. U2, James Brown and David Bowie have each filled it, but it is when the players flanked by a thistle on their hearts enter the pitch that the stadium vibrates in unison, singing the famous 'Flower of Scotland'. The visit lasts 1h30 and plunges into the bowels of the enclosure, from the changing rooms to the players' tunnel, including the royal box, the press areas and the TV studios...

You'll visit areas that are usually inaccessible and you'll be told many stories about the history of rugby, Scottish exploits, stadium sights, but also about the sport and the preparation of international matches. Visits can be privatized and adapted on request. Reservations are required as visits are limited in place or may be cancelled depending on current events.

Created in 1898, it is the smallest distillery of Speyside. It reopened in the presence of Prince Charles in 1998, after 15 years of closure. It draws its spring water from the hills behind Forres. You will discover that it is not only the taste that is concerned by whisky, but that its production appeals to the touch, the sight and the ear. The standard visit lasts 1 hour and ends with a 10-year-old dram. There are different options for visits and tastings according to your desires and your knowledge of whisky.

With its poetic, evocative name, Land's End is Cornwall's other famous headland, along with Lizard Point. This is not the most southerly, but the most westerly point in the whole country, offering a wider, more jagged panorama. Spectacular views of the surrounding cliffs, facing the open Atlantic. It's a pity that the site is so overdeveloped for tourism, with several buildings including a small, typically English amusement complex. The best thing to do is simply to park in the (paying) parking lot and head straight for the coast, avoiding all the unnatural attractions, especially in the off-season when the area is not very busy. A famous (very) long-distance hiking route starts here, linking Land's End to John's O' Groats, the last village in north-west Scotland. Nicknamed the "End to End", it covers more than 1,400 km and attracts mainly cyclists, but also a few hikers ready to cross the length of Great Britain... Arm yourself with binoculars, and you'll be able to spot gannets diving right before your eyes. Land's End is one of the most dangerous places for boats to pass through, with its jutting rocks. In all, more than 37 shipwrecks have occurred here. Explanatory panels explain the dangers of these tumultuous, rocky waters. Take your time, watch the waves and enjoy the fresh air.

This tourist agency offers a wide range of tours and activities linked to the international hit series Game of Thrones: archery, bike tours, King Robert's banquet, meeting the Direwolves (the Stark wolves), tour of Tollymore & Winterfell. The possibilities are endless and will delight Jon Snow aficionados. Their most successful offer is certainly the boat tour on Strangford Lough (in County Down), discovering the most impressive castles in Westeros. A serious address.

The Trotternish Peninsula is a postcard setting, a picture of the epinal of Scotland as you dream of it. Its reliefs look like the Wild West and erosion has created a spectacle of another world, populated by high rocky plateaus and natural monoliths. It lies to the north of the island, accessible by road, on the A87 and A855, which go around it. Several spots are to be discovered:

The north-west: Fairy Glen is a nice stopover to start your escapade on Trotternish. Follow the "Sheader & Balnaknock" road from the A87 at the southern entrance to Uig, where you will drive 2.5 km through a green valley that bears its name. Further north, Duntulm Castle is situated on the site of the same name. This ruined castle was built in the 14th century and became the seat of the MacDonald of Sleat in the 17th century. Not much remains of it, but it is still very photogenic. A little further up, Rubha Hunish Point is the northern end of the island. A path leads there between Duntulm and Kilmaluag. On the A855, at a phone booth, follow Shulista and park in the small car park. The path starts a little further to the left, just past the cattle gate. It is about 7 km round trip. The closer you get to the coast, the more impressive the view of the cliffs and the Outer Hebrides.

The Quiraing: these magnificent rocky plateaus overlooking Staffin Bay are the result of a landslide of volcanic origin. The Earth has done an extraordinary job there. The best way to enjoy it is to take the signposted Staffin via the Quiraing road from the A855 at the north exit of Uig and climb the peninsula's heights until you reach a small car park where the view is stunning. From here there are several hiking trails along the ridge lines along the Trotternish Ridge.

Kilt Rock: 2.5km south of Staffin on the A855, there is a car park on the coast at a loch. This is the vantage point of Kilt Rock, where the Mealt Falls, a superb waterfall, cascades down from the cliffs into the sea. In the summer, the place is overrun but the spectacle is definitely worth a stop.

The Old Man of Storr: this is the most famous old man in Skye! This 55 m long natural monolith stands proudly at 137 m above sea level. It is the undisputed icon of the island. It can be reached from a car park 11.5 km north of Portree and 16 km south of Staffin on the A855. Count about 4 km for the round trip, via a rather simple and visible route.