United Kingdom

The modern-era Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland consists of four constituent countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The United Kingdom has played a very important role throughout the history of Europe and the world, and also one of the most visited countries in Europe. Castles, palaces, churches and other buildings constructed in different periods of history stand still and attract millions of visitors annually. Among the most visited are Stonehenge, the Roman Baths and Georgian City of Bath, Canterbury Cathedral, the Cotswolds, Warwick Castle, and Stirling Castle. The number of tourists is in particular high during bank holidays and the summer months.

With fascinating and seemingly endless history on offer, the United Kingdom has a lot to offer visitors. There are of course even more reasons to visit the United Kingdom, including visiting Europe’s most visited city, London, which has its own allure. A visit to the United Kingdom during the summer months can be characterized by epic coastlines, adventure activities, and day hikes. The United Kingdom is formed of different countries which provide their own charming ingredients. England is known for its elegance and impressive palaces, the most famous one being Buckingham Palace. In Scotland, visitors can find incredible landscapes with tumbling isles and lofty lochs, and impressive forts near what once were battlefields. On the other hand, Northern Ireland offers an interesting balance between modern cities and wild landscapes.

• International tourist arrivals: 36.3 million visitors/year in 2020