England's 10 Best Visitor Attractions

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8. St Ives

COVER.METALNATION.ORG St. Ives, the only port in southwest England's Cornwall, may be a former fishing town. In 2010 and 2011, this charming seaside resort was named the Best UK Seaside Town. A comfortable pair of walking shoes is essential to navigate the hilly, narrow cobblestone streets lined with quaint boutiques and art galleries.

7. Bath

COVER.METALNATION.ORG When the Romans founded Bath in 60 AD, they built baths here because of the hot springs. Spas were very popular in the Georgian era. Its water is famous, but its architecture is also excellent. Bath offers live theatre and fine dining today. It's a good base for visiting Stonehenge in southwest England.

6. Cambridge

COVER.METALNATION.ORG A top university is located in Cambridge, a historic city north of London. There are almost 123,000 students in the city. Some think the university's Mathematical Bridge is better than Venice's, or boat rides on the River Cam.

5. Jurassic Coast

COVER.METALNATION.ORG Bournemouth to Exmouth comprise the Jurassic Coast. A 185 million-year-old collision caused continents to drift apart. The best place to find fossils is Charmouth. The beaches and charming towns along the way are ideal for fossil hunters. You should take care when walking near cliffs.

4. Oxford

COVER.METALNATION.ORG Saxon England used Oxford for oxen crossings. In the English-speaking world, Oxford University dates back to the 12th century. Oxfordshire's county seat is a college chapel and cathedral combined. International students make Oxford ethnically diverse.

3. York

COVER.METALNATION.ORG The River Foss meets the River Ouse in York. There are plenty of exciting sights along the city's cobblestone streets. York Minster is a city landmark. Artwork fills this commanding stone cathedral. With a great view of the city, Clifford's Tower, which was rebuilt by Henry III in the 13th century, was built by William the Conqueror.

2. Stonehenge & Avebury

COVER.METALNATION.ORG In Wiltshire, Stonehenge is a popular prehistoric monument. Man brought gigantic stones from Wales and the Marlborough Downs about 2500BC. Stonehenge was completed in 1600BC. It is best to visit Stonehenge with Avebury to the north, which has an even larger stone circle and fewer restrictions.

1. London

COVER.METALNATION.ORG England's capital, and the UK's capital, deserves no less than superlatives. Buckingham Palace's Changing of the Guard is one of its highlights. From Knightsbridge to Carnaby Street, London has plenty to offer, including red double-decker buses and the subway, where "mind the gap" is a constant reminder.

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