City Rankings

Cities in United Kingdom

Browse 33 cities in United Kingdom ranked by Wanderlust.

  1. Cambridge, United Kingdom#1
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Historic university city blending iconic Gothic architecture with riverside charm.

  2. Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom#2
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

    Newcastle upon Tyne: a bold, welcoming Geordie city where Roman heritage meets world-class nightlife and contemporary arts.

  3. Bournemouth, United Kingdom#3
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Bournemouth, United Kingdom

    Vibrant beach-side town and cultural hub with music and art festivals, surfing, and coastal walks.

  4. York, United Kingdom#4
    United Kingdom · Europe

    York, United Kingdom

    A perfectly preserved medieval walled city where 2,000 years of Viking, Roman, and English history unfold on every cobbled street.

  5. Liverpool, United Kingdom#5
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Liverpool, United Kingdom

    Liverpool: a UNESCO City of Music where Beatles heritage, world-class museums, and a legendary waterfront collide.

  6. Bristol, United Kingdom#6
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Bristol, United Kingdom

    Bristol: Southwest England's creative powerhouse where Brunel's legacy meets Banksy's streets.

  7. Luton, United Kingdom#7
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Luton, United Kingdom

  8. Bath, United Kingdom#8
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Bath, United Kingdom

    England's Georgian jewel — Roman heritage, thermal spas, and honey-stone crescents in one UNESCO-listed city.

  9. Exeter, United Kingdom#9
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Exeter, United Kingdom

    Devon's ancient cathedral city where 2,000 years of history meets a buzzing independent arts and food scene.

  10. Reading, United Kingdom#10
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Reading, United Kingdom

    A vibrant Berkshire town mixing historic abbey ruins, modern shopping at the Oracle, and world-renowned festivals.

  11. Leeds, United Kingdom#11
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Leeds, United Kingdom

  12. Coventry, United Kingdom#12
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Coventry, United Kingdom

    Where medieval heritage meets modern culture — the heart of England awaits.

  13. Huddersfield, United Kingdom#13
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Huddersfield, United Kingdom

  14. Portsmouth, United Kingdom#14
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Portsmouth, United Kingdom

    England's only island city — where Royal Navy heritage, a vibrant waterfront, and seaside charm collide.

  15. Hull, United Kingdom#15
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Hull, United Kingdom

    Yorkshire's maritime gem — a gritty, creative port city ranked 2nd best in the UK to visit by Time Out 2024.

  16. Oxford, United Kingdom#16
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Oxford, United Kingdom

  17. Glasgow, United Kingdom#17
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Glasgow, United Kingdom

    Scotland's cultural powerhouse with striking Victorian architecture, world-class museums, and vibrant street art scene.

  18. Manchester, United Kingdom#18
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Manchester, United Kingdom

    Where football, music, and industrial grit fuel one of the UK's most vibrant and culturally rich cities.

  19. London, United Kingdom#19
    United Kingdom · Europe

    London, United Kingdom

    A world-class capital blending royal heritage with cutting-edge culture and endless opportunities for exploration.

  20. Norwich, United Kingdom#20
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Norwich, United Kingdom

  21. Brighton, United Kingdom#21
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Brighton, United Kingdom

  22. Nottingham, United Kingdom#22
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Nottingham, United Kingdom

    Robin Hood's legendary city — medieval caves, Victorian lace, and a buzzing modern arts scene.

  23. Cardiff, United Kingdom#23
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Cardiff, United Kingdom

  24. Northampton, United Kingdom#24
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Northampton, United Kingdom

  25. Shrewsbury, United Kingdom#25
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

  26. Sheffield, United Kingdom#26
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Sheffield, United Kingdom

  27. Aberdeen, United Kingdom#27
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Aberdeen, United Kingdom

  28. Belfast, United Kingdom#28
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Belfast, United Kingdom

  29. Leicester, United Kingdom#29
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Leicester, United Kingdom

    Vivacious city with colorful festivals, medieval landmarks, modern museums and art galleries.

  30. Birmingham, United Kingdom#30
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Birmingham, United Kingdom

    England's energetic second city blending industrial heritage with modern creativity and diverse culture.

  31. Southampton, United Kingdom#31
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Southampton, United Kingdom

    Historic maritime port city with medieval walls, Titanic connections, and modern cruise industry.

  32. Cheltenham, United Kingdom#32
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Cheltenham, United Kingdom

    The UK's most complete Regency town and cultural capital of the Cotswolds, famous for festivals and elegant architecture.

  33. Edinburgh, United Kingdom#33
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Scotland's historic capital where medieval charm meets modern elegance on cobbled streets.