England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, as a group, is known as the United Kingdom. These countries are all intimately affiliated but are unique and separate, offering a diverse collection of attractions for the tourist.

Castles and palaces seem to dominate this installment of the top 60 tourist attractions in the United Kingdom.

25. Durham Castle & Cathedral — The Norman castle in this northern England town is now part of the local college. The cathedral, also done in Norman architecture, is close to the castle and the ensemble is particularly noteworthy.

24.  Royal Pavilion, Brighton, England — This fanciful palace, in the resort city of Brighton, is accented with Chinese, Islamic, and Indian (Mughal) furnishings and architectural touches.

Royal Pavilion

23. Warwick Castle, Warwick, England — The epitome of a formidable defensive castle, Warwick is now operated as a tourist site and has been granted “Scheduled Ancient Monument” status.

Warwick Castle

22. Tower Bridge, London, England — One of London’s most beloved and well-known landmarks, the Tower Bridge is extremely young as major tourist attractions go. It was built in the late Nineteenth Century; however, its unusual design and interesting style has contributed to its popularity.

Tower Bridge

21. Windsor Castle — The major residence of the Royal Family outside of London is an extensive estate and is the largest occupied castle in Europe.