Must see and do in York, UK: How to spend 2 days with kids

When people plan a trip to the UK, they usually talk about London or Edinburgh. But one city from our UK road trip completely surprised us, York.

Founded by the Romans, later ruled by Vikings, and still wrapped in medieval walls, York feels like stepping straight into a history book. It’s compact, incredibly walkable, and packed with just enough quirky experiences to keep kids entertained the entire time.

We only spent two days here, but it quickly became one of our favorite stops in England. If you’re visiting York with kids, here’s exactly how I’d spend 48 hours.

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Essential tips for visiting the UK for the first time

We spent two and a half weeks in the UK this summer, driving from London to the Isle of Skye and exploring cities, villages, castles, and the countryside in between. This was our first time visiting the U.K. as a family, and it quickly became one of our favorite destinations in Europe.

If you’re planning your trip across the pond, here are my tips for visiting the U.K. for the first time, covering everything from new entry rules and mobile data to driving, weather, and family-friendly transport hacks.

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