Are you planning a girly weekend away? In this guide, we have the best UK hotspots for a girly weekend, so you don’t have to spend hours researching where to go - read on for some of the best cities to enjoy time away with the girls and what you can do there.
Manchester When you think of Manchester, you might think of Oasis and the Britpop era, rowdy boys on night’s out and all of that jazz - but the truth is, it’s a great place to go with the girls. There are so many incredible Manchester Apartments that can be the backdrop to your trip, and all kinds of amazing things happen in Manchester. You can’t beat the shopping; the Trafford Centre is great, but even shopping in the heart of Manchester is amazing. Then you have things like FriendsFest - definitely worth a visit if you and your besties loved the program when it was on!
LondonLondon is the capital of the UK, and although it can get a little crowded, it’s a great choice for a girly weekend. Here, you can enjoy art exhibitions with your friends, enjoying things like the Picasso and the Giacometti exhibition at the Tate Modern. There are plenty of great places for brunch, such as the Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings. Fumoir at Claridges is just perfect for cocktails afterwards.
If you have the time and the budget, you could even treat yourself to a show and a spot of shopping, which London is known for! image
Edinburgh Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Scotland, and there’s a whole host of things that you can do. First, try breakfast at Hendersons Holyrood if you want to enjoy a delicious Scottish meal to get your day off to the best start.
If you’re looking to do some exploring, don’t miss Arthur’s seat. The Royal Mile Self-Guided Walking Tour is also a good idea. Lunch at the Witchery, by the Castle is one of the best spots if you find yourself near there, and for a little spookiness, you could try the Graveyard Tour of Edinburgh.
All of that aside, it’s a fantastic place for cocktails and relaxing too. Don’t feel obliged to walk your entire trip!
Bath, SomersetBath is just beautiful and is definitely up there with one of the most fantastic places to visit on a girls weekend. It’s super pretty, with amazing hotels, the Roman Baths, and plenty of Insta-worthy photo opportunities. Visit the Thermae Bath Spa at sunset to look out over the rolling Mendip Hills from the rooftop hot pools. Bliss! Which of these places are you going to visit with your friends for a girly weekend? Each one is amazing for different reasons, so make a group chat and see what they say. You don’t need a special reason to visit, although they are amazing for birthdays and hen parties too. Leave any of your own ideas below.
Thanks for reading!