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    Alison Tan
    Alison Tan
    Last updated 21 Mar 2024
    Underrated towns in the UK

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    Must have essentials before travelling to The United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Unveil Your Main Character Moments in These Towns 📷✨

    Take a trip to these five cities in The United Kingdom and uncover the main character in you! Each city tells a different story, invokes nostalgia, and paints the perfect scene of well-known English movies. You will be reliving the lives of The Beatles, William Shakespeare, and live your Harry Potter, and British period dramas dream. 🤩

    1. Liverpool

    United Kingdom - Liverpool
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    Home to the famous band, The Beatles, and the football club, Liverpool, there is no doubt that this city screams history, art and pop culture at a fair length! Bask in the lives and wander the streets to learn about The Beatles through record shops, bars and neighbourhoods.
    Of course there is more to the lives of the famous rock band to explore! Liverpool is also known for its most visited port Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, maritime stories and architectural buildings.
    Liverpool port
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    While you're there, take time to explore other attractions near the port such as art galleries and museums (if it's something you fancy) — Merryside Maritime Museum, The International Slavery Museum, and take in the stunning view of the city by heading up the complex’s giant ferris wheel as the finale to your visit.
    Liverpool
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    The city is also blessed with Victorian architectures straight out of a British period drama movie. Dress your best and capture those magical cinematography moments where you're the main character!

    Top places to visit in Liverpool for that Victorian vibes

    1. Liverpool Cathedral
    2. St. George's Quarter
    3. Walker Art Gallery
    4. Museum of Liverpool

    Getting around Liverpool

    2. Edinburgh

    Edinburgh
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    Edinburgh boasts beautiful sceneries, streets, and landmarks that leaves a mark when you leave the place. If you are visiting the United Kingdom and would love to explore a city to spend most of your days in, Edinburgh is the best pick on your map! 📍

    Your mini Edinburgh itinerary 🧳

    Day 1

    1. Edinburgh Castle
    2. Princes Street Gardens
    3. Writers Museum
    4. Victoria Street
    5. National Museum of Scotland
    Edinburgh - Princes Street Gardens
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    Picture perfect memories may be the best word yet to describe these places in Edinburgh. The places listed above for your day one trip in Edinburgh are must visits if you are only there for a day! These places are closely located next to each other. It only takes a three to ten minutes walk between these attractions, so you wouldn't have to worry about travelling far to visit them all in a day. 🗺️
    Your day one in Edinburgh is made for indulging in the city areas but with a sense of medieval vibe. Set aside some time and capture your moments because you wouldn't know when you will be back to this beautiful city. ✨

    Day 2

    1. Grassmarket
    2. Dean Village
    3. Royal Botanic Garden
    4. Granton Harbour
    Edinburgh - Dean Village
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    If you're planning to stay in Edinburgh for more than a day, we have listed a few places of nature-filled attractions above to enchant your exploration in Edinburgh. Places that heal and soothe the soul, a little further from the city centre but not too secluded to enjoy both comfort and countryside peace.🌿

    Day 3

    1. Scott Monument
    2. Calton Hill
    3. Holyrood Palace
    4. Arthur's Seat
    Edinburgh - Calton Hill
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    Continue your third day in Edinburgh with sky high views overlooking the city and marvel at British architecture that feels like you're in a Hogwarts scene🧙🏻‍♂️! Calton Hill and Arthur's Seat gives you panoramic views of the city to take in the beauty of Edinburgh from up above. ⛰️

    Getting around Edinburgh

    3. Oxford

    Edinburgh - Oxfordshire
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    You've probably heard of Oxford University sometime in your life. It's no doubt that Oxford is known for its century-old buildings that span across time and left an impact in our hearts. As a filming location for Harry Potter, and Alice In Wonderland, the legendary Christ Church University (one of Oxford University's largest colleges) is a major nostalgia for fans of those fantasy films.

    Top places to visit in Oxford

    1. Radcliffe Camera
    2. The Botanic Garden
    3. University Church of St Mary the Virgin
    4. Oxford Castle & Prison

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    4. Bath

    United Kingdom - Bath
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    The city of Bath is quintessentially English. It's the city that draws you in with its history, architecture, and picturesque views. A perfect combination of pre-historic times. And yes, it was named after its Roman-built baths. 🧼 From exploring the Roman baths, to taking a dip at the mineral-rich waters of the rooftop pool at Thermae Bath Spa, you wouldn't want to miss this intriguing city!

    Top places to visit in Bath

    1. The Roman Baths
    2. Thermae Bath Spa
    3. Bath Abbey
    4. Pulteney Bridge
    5. The Royal Crescent

    Getting around Bath

    5. Stratford-upon-Avon

    A small house surrounded by greenery
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    Nestled away from the bustling streets, Stratford-upon-Avon, boasts the scene of a medieval market town. It will remind you of Beauty and the Beast, where Belle strolls through the market, book in her hand. Perhaps that can be an idea for your outfit to capture your main character moment! This city is also known as the birthplace of William Shakespeare. He was born and raised in this town, and it's also his final resting place.

    Top places to visit in Stratford-upon-Avon

    1. Shakespeare's Birthplace
    2. Anne Hathaway's Cottage
    3. The Swan Theatre
    4. Shakespeare's New Place

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