Sightseeing breaks

Explore our sightseeing breaks

Looking for a sightseeing holiday? Whether it’s Buckingham Palace or Stonehenge, you can stay in the perfect place.

Whether you have passion for the great outdoors or cultural sights, stay in the heart of it all and soak up the national treasures that England and Wales have to offer.

Stay in a YHA hostel. Our historic and unique properties are perfectly positioned in the best locations for a social holiday, where you will meet great people and come back comfy accommodation, practical facilities, and tasty food. We'll always make sure you have an exhilarating adventure.

View some of our popular sightseeing blog posts

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Explore the area

Looking for inspiration on where to explore for your next sightseeing break? You can download maps and route guides for walks from many of our hostels — picking your difficulty level from easy to more challenging. All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel. What could be more convenient!

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