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Christmas 2024: the best festive days out to book

6 Halloween events to scare yourself silly at

The best things to do this autumn

The season of falling leaves, pumpkin patches, Halloween and crisp autumnal walks is upon us! Here’s what you can get stuck into this autumn at some of megabus’ most popular travel destinations!

5 of the best summer events in 2024

Looking for some dates for your calendar this summer? You’re in luck, because 2024 is packed with festivals, gigs, carnivals and special events at cities across the UK. We’ve listed our top five to get you started, but there are plenty more – and you can save money when you get to them with megabus. Book your seat, get the group chat excited, and get yourself to one of these.

10 unmissable museums to visit in the UK

With more than 2000 museums to pick from in the UK, it’s fair to say we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to places to visit. So, to celebrate International Museum Day, we’ve picked out ten of our favourites in cities up and down the country. You could be scoping out the National Football Museum in Manchester, scaring yourself silly at The London Bridge Experience, or learning the art of the selfie at the National Museum Cardiff. On a budget? Pick one that’s free to enter and get there with megabus. Hello, cheap and cultured day out.

7 spring events to plan a daytrip for

It’s official: spring has sprung in the UK, which means we can finally wave goodbye to winter. And what better way to see in the new season than with a cheeky springtime day out? The milder weather and longer days mean outdoor attractions are suddenly a lot more enjoyable, so we’ve picked out some of our favourite spring events up and down the country. From woodland walks to music festivals, you can get to every one of these with megabus – and save on travel costs in the process.

5 places to take your mum for Mother’s Day

Looking for day-out ideas for Mother’s Day? We’ve picked out five UK cities to take your mum to on Mothering Sunday and beyond, including some things to do while you’re there. From walking tours that give you a chance for a catch-up, to shopping sprees you’ll both love, there’s lots going on up and down the country. Plus, you can get to all of these cities with megabus, which means you’ll spend less money getting there – and have more to spend on treating your mum.

The best Christmas markets to visit this year

Fancy a festive shopping spree? We’ve rounded up our favourite Christmas markets in must-visit UK cities, so you can stock up on tree decorations, tick off your Christmas shopping list or just come for the mulled wine and photo ops. From Plymouth to Edinburgh, we’ve picked out markets up and down the country – and you can get to all of them with megabus. That means more money left in your pocket for another mince pie or mulled wine. ‘Tis the season to be jolly, after all…

5 top light trails and displays to see this winter

Nothing says Christmas like wrapping up in your warmest winter woollies and wandering round a festive light trail – preferably with a mulled wine or a mince pie in hand. And as the winter nights draw in, cities around the country are gearing up to host some incredible illuminations, from fairy-lit garden trails to 3D light shows. We’ve picked out five of the best light trails and displays around the UK where you’ll get a properly festive experience and an incredible city to explore at the same time. Plus, you can save some cash by getting there with megabus, which means you’ve got more to spend on Christmas shopping while you’re there.

Where to get coffee with a view on Cappuccino Day

If you’re partial to a steaming cup of frothy coffee, you’ve probably already got National Cappuccino Day on your calendar. This annual event on 8 November celebrates everyone’s favourite espresso-based drink, and it’s the perfect excuse to get yourself down to your favourite coffee shop for a creamy caffeine hit. To make the most of the day, we’ve scoured the UK’s cities to pick out the best coffee shops where you can savour a hot drink with an incredible view. Plus, if you book yourself a cheap megabus ticket to get there, you can splurge the money you saved on a slice of cake – or a cheeky second cappuccino.

8 uni cities for students to explore on a budget

Heading off to uni? Whether you’re a fresher, you’re going back for another year, or you’re visiting friends who’ve started their studies somewhere new, there’s so much for students to see and do in the UK’s university cities. And the best news? Exploring them doesn’t mean blowing your student budget. We’ve picked out our favourite student-friendly things to do in eight university cities, and you can save on the cost of travel by getting to each one with megabus. Plus, we’ll give you 10% off with a TOTUM card as well as airtime rewards – which basically means you can earn cashback from megabus journeys to get money off your phone bill. So, which city first?

Top underrated things to do in 7 UK cities

We’ve all heard of the famous sights in cities like London, Bristol and Cardiff. But there are plenty of lesser-known gems that might just become your new favourite things to do. From hidey-hole theatres to hidden-gem food markets and blink-and-you’ll-miss-it bars, we’ve picked out our favourite underrated attractions in seven of our favourite UK cities. Take a look and see if you can decide where to go first…

6 Top fish and chip shops in the UK

Craving a crispy battered cod and a portion of vinegar-soaked chips? You are now. This classic dish has been a staple since the first fish and chip shop opened in England back in the 1800s, and we’ve been queuing round the block for it ever since. Whether you dunk your chips in curry sauce or smother them in gravy, or you’re partial to a saveloy or two, there are lots of top-rated chippies across the county where you can get your fill. To celebrate National Fish and Chips Day, we’ve pulled together a list of some of the very best fish and chip shops in the UK to get you started. Get in line at your favourite place, grab one of those funny little wooden forks, and get stuck into the ultimate Friday-night dinner…

7 UK cities you should visit this spring

Spring has officially sprung, which means longer days, lighter evenings, and better weather is just around the corner. It also means lots of the UK’s top cities are ripe for exploring – with outdoor attractions reopening after the winter, and special events lined up for this season. To wave goodbye to winter in style, we’ve rounded up the top UK cities to visit in spring, and the events you won’t want to miss there. Get to each of them by coach with megabus and you’ve got yourself a spring road trip, without any of the driving or parking hassles.

Top 5 photo backdrops in UK cities

Looking for the best photo backdrops in the UK? The landmarks you can’t miss, or the must-visit selfie locations? We’ve whittled down our top five photo backdrops in cities up and down the country, from London to Edinburgh – so you can head straight for these camera-ready locations when you’re on your travels. We’ve included guidebook favourites as well as some lesser-known gems, and you can get to every city by coach with megabus. Just don’t forget to tag us in your photos when you get there…

The top 5 UK cities for pizza lovers

Need an excuse to order takeaway this week? Enter National Pizza Day – the annual event you never knew you needed. Celebrated on 9 February every year, National Pizza Day is a chance to indulge in the famous Italian dish that’s become a firm favourite around the world. And to help you find the most mouthwatering margherita and the tastiest tricolore, we’ve picked out our top five UK cities for pizza lovers. Head to any of these with megabus and you’re in for a triangle-shaped treat…

Top 10 romantic things to do for Valentine’s Day

Looking for something romantic to do with your other half this Valentine’s Day? Whether you’ve got a new love interest or you’re long-term partners, there’s all sorts going on around the UK to celebrate the day of love this February. From pop-up cinema screenings in London to candlelit concerts in Glasgow, these events are well worth booking in advance for. Plus, you can get to all of them by coach with megabus – so what you save on transport, you can spend on V-Day treats instead.

Where to eat the best roast dinners in the UK

Did you know there’s a national Roast Dinner Day in the UK? That’s right – a whole day dedicated to the nation’s favourite Sunday dish, as if we needed a reason to celebrate it. And whether you’re a fan of a classic roast chicken with stuffing, a veggie option with all the trimmings, or a roast beef with a giant Yorkshire pud, we’ve scoured the UK’s restaurant scene to locate the best places to dine. Pay a visit to one of these and be prepared for a hearty roast to remember – elasticated waistbands are a must.

5 Reasons to Ditch the Car for the Coach

Have you thought about taking a coach for your next trip, instead of the car? We might be biased, but we can think of loads of reasons why coach travel beats car travel hands-down. For one thing, just one coach full of people can keep up to 50 cars off the roads. That’s a vast improvement when it comes to traffic congestion – and that’s just the start.

3 unmissable Harry Potter locations to visit in the UK

31 July means one thing and one thing only to Potterheads: Harry Potter’s birthday. JK Rowling’s very own boy wizard, Harry James Potter, was born to James and Lily Potter on Thursday 31 July 1980. Do the maths and that means The Chosen One turns 43 on the 31 July, 2023. If you needed an excuse to visit one of the UK’s many Harry Potter-inspired locations, the main character’s birthday is definitely it. There are absolutely loads of places to pick from up and down the country, so we’ve picked out our top three to get you started. You can get to each one with megabus, so start planning your Harry Potter-themed trip now.

Try These World Chocolate Day-Inspired UK Daytrips

Let’s face it. We don’t need much of an excuse to indulge in our love of chocolate, but World Chocolate Day would be a pretty good one if we did. This worldwide celebration of all things cacao takes place on 7 July, and is a great reason to book a daytrip to one of the UK’s best cities for chocoholics. Take a look at our round-up of the best chocolate shops, cafés, and chocolatey haunts to get a taste of what’s to come, then get your megabus tickets booked and invite your fellow chocolate-loving friends.

6 Christmas shopping experiences not to miss

How’s your Christmas shopping going? Whether you’re one of those people who completed it months ago and you’re smugly browsing for little extras, or you’re a leave-it-til-the-last-minute festive shopper with a whole list still to buy, we’re here for you. We’ve scoured the UK’s top cities to find the best Christmas shopping experiences up and down the country, so you can make a day of it – wherever you decide to head. And if you get there with megabus, you won’t have to fight for parking in the Christmas rush…

5 perfect date ideas in Bristol

Planning a date in Bristol? Then you’ve come to the right place. This waterside city is one of our most popular destinations for good reason, and it’s packed with places to head off on a date with a difference. So, whether you need inspiration for a first date location in Bristol, or you’re just looking for some quirky date night ideas to add to your list, read on for romance…

5 reasons travel is great for mental health

There are so many reasons why travelling is a good idea, but did you know it’s also great for your mental health? Planning a trip, going somewhere different and trying new experiences all help to build mental resilience and reduce stress. So if you’re deliberating whether or not to book a getaway, have a look at all the ways that travel could have a positive impact on your emotional health.

How to spend 3 hours in these 7 incredible UK cities

Visiting one of the UK’s best cities but not stopping for long? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re just in town for a quick pit-stop between destinations, or you’ve found yourself with three hours to kill between events, we’ve rounded up the essential things to tick off while you’re there – all in a three-hour window.

Afternoon tea: 7 UK cities for the best cream tea

We don’t need much persuading to tuck into juicy scones, finger sandwiches and lashings of tea on any day of the year. But when it’s National Cream Tea Day, it would be incredibly rude not to. So, we’ve cherry-picked 7 of the best locations across the UK to sit down to a proper cream tea or afternoon tea. From traditional tea rooms in Plymouth and York, to cream tea aboard a ferry in Bristol or a bus in Edinburgh, we’ve done the hard work for you – so all you need to do is book your coach tickets.

Start your holiday right by getting to the airport with megabus

Finally found the time to book a relaxing holiday? Perfect. We think your journey to the airport should be relaxing too. If you’re going with your mates then you should definitely sit together on the way to the airport. See how megabus can keep your airport travel simple and stress free.

Top 4 hidden gems to visit this year in the UK

March. A time where the majority of New Year resolutions have officially been abandoned. However, if one of yours was to get out and travel more, we’ve picked 4 destinations taking you across the country to inspire you. Oh, and they’re all budget-friendly… naturally.

The 5 best free days out in London

Want to explore London for free? There are so many free London museums, art galleries and Royal Parks to discover, that we’ve whittled them down to the five best budget days out in London so you can discover the city without breaking the bank. Plus, if you book a cheap megabus ticket to get you there, you’ll save even more money…

Top 5 UK destinations to make your friends jealous on Instagram

Fancy filling your Instagram feed with envy-inducing images, #nofilter needed? Of course you do. And that’s why we’ve cherry-picked 5 of the best places in the UK to take an epic photo and make those friends in your phone green with envy. Naturally, you can get to all of them with megabus…

Shopping in London – the 5 best places to go

It’s fair to say the capital’s shopping scene is world famous. But if you’re new to London, it can be hard to know where to start. Here’s a handy guide to five of London’s main shopping areas. From traditional markets and high street shops, to designer-name stores, these are the places you won’t want to miss on your London shopping trip.

The best Royal Parks to visit in London

London may be home to the highest number of people per square metre in the UK, but visit one of its Royal Parks and you wouldn’t know it. These vast green spaces are a breath of fresh air in a capital city that never stops, so it’s no wonder they’re one of the top things to do here. London has eight Royal Parks in total, and they’re all maintained to the same picture-perfect standard. Whether you’re planning a romantic break, or a family picnic, we’ve picked out four of the best parks to visit. They’re all easy to get to from London Victoria Coach Station, which is where your megabus coach will drop you in London.

Edinburgh for free: 7 top activities recommended by locals

Looking for the best things to do for free in Edinburgh? Luckily there are plenty of attractions in Scotland’s capital city that don’t cost a penny – perfect if you’ve got limited time and a limited budget. We asked the locals to recommend their favourite things to do for free in Edinburgh, and here’s what they said. So, pack your bags, jump on our coach to Scotland, and get ready to see the best bits of Auld Reekie without breaking the bank.

5 brilliantly weird things to do in London with friends

Whether you’ve been to London and seen all the famous sights already, or you’re new to the city but don’t enjoy typical tourist stuff, we’ve got some quirky ideas for your next visit to the capital. Take a look at these if you’re planning a day out with a difference…

London for free: how to see the capital without spending a penny

Let’s face it – London can be an expensive city. But if you’re on a budget, that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the capital’s top attractions. In fact, some of the best sights in London won’t cost you a penny. From watching all the pomp and circumstance unfold at Buckingham Palace, to embracing your inner Harry Potter via the Hogwarts Express, there’s loads to do in the Big Smoke that won’t break the bank.

London walking tours: the best routes to follow

Want to get to know London with a limited amount of time and a limited amount of cash? Then take a look at some of the capital’s best walking tours for a fast-track history lesson you won’t forget. Whether you’re in London for a weekend break, or just have some time to kill between meetings, you can get to know the city at street level without having to rely on public transport. An expert guide will get you from A to B and fill your head with historical facts and figures in the process. And, the cost of a ticket won’t break the bank, so it’s a win-win kind of day out. Here are some of our favourite walking tours in London, from Harry Potter and Shakespeare-themed walks, to a tour of the Houses of Parliament. Just don’t forget to pack some comfy footwear.

4 iconic London structures and how to see inside them

Hold up a postcard of the London skyline to pretty much anyone – whether they’ve visited the UK capital or not – and we’ll bet they recognise it. It’s one of those iconic images that’s known the world over, and it’s all down to the incredible structures that make it unique.In central London, ancient cathedrals rub shoulders with cutting-edge skyscrapers. Victorian landmarks – like Tower Bridge – stand proudly alongside super-sleek contemporary buildings, like The Shard. And it’s a constantly-changing picture, with more super-structures appearing on the skyline every year. What many people don’t know, though, is that lots of these remarkable buildings are open to the public. It means that, rather than simply admiring them from afar, you can get to know them from the inside. We’ve picked out four of the most famous structures in the central London area, plus how to get there, how to book, and how to save money on tickets. Take your pick, or visit them all.