A trip to England’s capital and largest “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty” makes for a best of both worlds trip.

London

Maison François — French Brasserie in St. James with great steak frites and a pastry cart

Parker London — Bakery & Cafe in Battersea featuring a delicious and fresh raspberry cream pastry

Fortitude Bakehouse — A tasty bakery in Camden with a larger assortment of baked goods

Kensington — An upscale, clean neighborhood with beautiful houses; great for a walk

The Roseate House — A lovely boutique hotel in Central London just a short walk from Hyde Park

Cotswolds

Bourton-on-the-Hill — A smaller, idyllic town right near the heart of England Way, a footpath that stretches across the Cotswolds (Airbnb recommendation)

Chipping Campden — Cute town with shops and a local wine and food store for quick eats and drinks

Stow-on-the-Wold — Quaint town with a fairytale-like church door that served as inspiration for the Lord of the Rings

Bourton-on-the-Water — Another one of the region’s lovely towns known for low bridges and stone houses

Bourton House Garden — Overwhelmingly beautiful garden (right near the recommended Airbnb)

Combined Trip Google Map