Encompassing a 30-mile radius, Cumbria's Lake District boasts an extraordinary number of lakes and remarkable natural scenery. It's a popular destination for water sports and hiking (here you'll find some of the highest peaks in England). Continue >
The areas in and around Keswick and Ambleside, both vibrant tourist centers, make a great base for exploration. A day trip itinerary might include a jaunt to Carlisle, the capital of Cumbria, to see its Norman castle. Bring good walking shoes: The 70-mile Cumbrian Way, a trail that travels through the region's most beautiful zones, runs from Carlisle to Ulverton (passing through Keswick and Coniston).