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7-day london classic.

Kent - Garden of England - 7 Days

Best of Devon & Cornwall, West of England - 8 Days

London & England Explorer - 8 Days

London & paris - 9 days, england, ireland, wales & scotland - 10 days.

England & Scotland - 10 Days

England, France, Germany, Italy & More - 14 Days

England, Ireland, Wales & Scotland - 15 Days

European Discovery - 16 Days

Britain & Ireland Grandeur - 23 Days

European Supreme with 3 Day Cruise - 30 Days

Our guide to England vacation packages in 2024. We’ve made a list of over 20 package tours to England, and some also include visits to Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Choose from large or small group experiences, with a huge selection of tour lengths and itineraries to suit every interest. From our classic England packages to themed trips for special events taking place in 2024, check out our complete guide below.

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TV & Movie Themed Packages >>>

Self-Drive & Private Packages >>>

Guide to Planning your Trip to England >>>

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Vacation Packages to England

Our pick of vacation packages that mainly visit England, starting and ending in London. Some of the trips have the option of travelling with a smaller group of no more than 24 guests.

8 Days Devon & Cornwall >>>

13 Days Devon & Cornwall** >>>

8 Days – London Explorer >>>

9 Days England Package >>>

5 Days Gems of Britain** >>>

**Small Group Tour option

Best of Devon & Cornwall – 8 Days

Trip Size: Large Group

Price: from $1,950 USD per person

Package Includes: Accommodation, some meals, transport

This is a very popular England vacation package that takes you to two of the iconic regions – Devon and Cornwall. These are the lands where the legends of King Arthur came alive, most notably at Tintagel Castle. It’s where the pilgrims set sail on the Mayflower in Plymouth. And it’s where Capability Brown created one of his most famous English gardens at Longleat. You’ll see beautiful countryside in Dartmoor National Park, wonderful sea views from the coastline and visit stately homes as well as Windsor Castle. Plus in Cornwall, you’ll visit and see amazing views from St. Michael’s Mount!

More Details: Devon & Cornwall >>>

Country Roads Wales, Devon & Cornwall – 13 Days

Trip Size: Choice of Large or Small Group

Price: from $5,150 USD per person

This is a similar itinerary to the 8-day vacation package above, but this time extended and with a different feel to the trip. Travel down country roads as you meander your way through the glorious English countryside. See the university city of Oxford and explore the quintessential Cotswolds villages. You’ll also visit Wales, with an overnight stay in Cardiff.

London Explorer – 8 Days

Trip type: Large Group

Price: from $2,150 USD per person

Our 8-day package tour takes you to the best of London! See the Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace and get a sense of royal life at Windsor Castle. Soak up English culture at Borough Food Market, enjoy a cruise along the River Thames and explore Westminster Abbey where King Charles was crowned. Plus, there will be a trip to Windsor Castle to see where Harry and Meghan tied the knot, as well as the world-famous stone circle at Stonehenge.

More Details: London Explorer >>>

Real England Package – 9 Days

Price: from $1,800 USD per person

Includes: Accommodation, some meals, transport

This 9-day trip starts in London and travels north into Northern England. It combines old-world cities like York, with the stunning countryside of the UNESCO Lake District. You’ll get to see the home of the Beatles in Liverpool, regency era Bath and the most mysterious stone circle in the world at Stonehenge. You will also spend a day in Edinburgh which is the Scottish capital and briefly see Cardiff which is the Welsh capital.

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Gems of Britain – 5 Days

Price: from $1,595 USD per person

With this fast-paced 5 day trip you’ll discover some fantastic places in England, as well as seeing a bit of Scotland and Wales. You’ll see the historic northern city of Chester that was built by the Romans and marvel at the beauty of the Lake District National Park. Visitors will also explore Shakespeare’s birth town of Stratford-upon-Avon along with admiring the Scottish and Welsh capitals. It’s a great introductory trip to England if you are looking for a short vacation package.

More Details: Gems of Britain >>>

England & Scotland Vacation Packages

Here are our picks of vacation packages that combine both England and Scotland, as well as a bit of Wales. All packages start and end in London.

10 Days Britain Package >>>

14 Days Britain Package >>>

11 Days Britain Package** >>>

13 Days Britain Package** >>>

** Available as a small group tour

Amazing Britain Package – 10 Days

Price: from $2,475 USD per person

Our amazing Britain package starts in London as you’ll travel into Northern England. Highlights of the England part of the trip include visiting the birthplace of William Shakespeare in the town of Stratford-upon-Avon. You’ll explore the three great cities of York, Liverpool and Bristol, each with its own distinct feel and charm. Plus, discover exquisite towns including Durham and Bath. In Scotland, you’ll stay 2 nights in Edinburgh, 1 night in Glasgow and venture into the Scottish Highlands.

More Details: Amazing Britain >>>

Best of Britain Package – 14 Days

Price: from $3,650 USD per person

Our 14-day package has a lot in common with the 10-day package above but is extended with more fantastic locations! Departing and returning from London you’ll visit Northern England and head into Scotland. You’ll also visit the southwest of England. See Plymouth where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World, with millions of American families tracing their family heritage back to these voyages. You’ll also explore the legends of King Arthur with a visit to mystical Glastonbury. In Scotland, you will also head to the Isle of Skye, an island with one of the most spectacular pieces of scenery in the world!

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Best of Britain Package – 11 Days

Price: from $2,825 USD per person

This trip will venture from London into Northern England, stopping at classic highlights including Stratford-upon-Avon and the Viking town of York. 3 days are spent in Scotland, with stops in the two big cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as time in the magnificent Scottish countryside. On your way back down south, you’ll drive through the Lake District and Wales. The trip also heads into South West England, stopping at Plymouth where the Pilgrim Father’s set sail to America.

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Elegance of Britain Package – 13 Days

Trip Size: Large or Small Group

Price: from $4,370 USD per person

Departure Point: London or Edinburgh

Our 13-day package spends most of the time in England, with two nights in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh. We’ll explore the Lake District, a UNESCO region that was home to many English writers and poets including Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth. We’ll stay 2 nights in the Viking city of York and use it as a base to explore the cathedral city and the nearby town of Lincoln. Highlights include a visit to the Brontë Parsonage Museum where the Brontë sisters – Charlotte, Emily and Anne lived. As we head down south, we’ll stop at Blenheim Palace, England’s version of the Palace of Versailles that was the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Plus there will be visits to Stonehenge, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and more!

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England & Ireland Vacation Packages

Our picks of packages combining trips to England and Ireland.

10 Days Britain & Ireland >>>

15 Days England & Ireland >>>

20 Days Britain & Ireland** >>>

24 Days UK & Ireland Package** >>>

**Small group tour option

Britain & Ireland Highlights – 10 Days

Price: from $2,675 USD per person

Our whistlestop package tour combines a bit of England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Ireland. Perfect if you are short on time but want to see a lot of places. You’ll head from London into Northern England to York and the Lake District. See Glasgow and Edinburgh before taking a ferry into Northern Ireland. See Belfast and Dublin and enjoy the delights of the Irish countryside. A ferry crossing takes you into Wales, where you’ll pass by Cardiff and return to London stopping at Stonehenge and Bath along the way.

More details: Britain & Ireland 10 Days >>>

England & Ireland Package – 15 Days

Price: from $3,795 USD per person

With 15 days there’s a little bit more time to explore England and Ireland in depth. On this package tour, you’ll spend 9 days in England, 2 days in Scotland and 4 days in Ireland. That’s a great way to get a feel for the beautiful landscapes and customs of this part of the world, as well as a taste of English, Scottish and Irish cultures, which are all quite different and unique. The trip also includes two short ferry rides between Britain and Ireland.

More Details: England & Ireland 15 Days >>>

Romantic Britain & Ireland – 20 Days

Trip Size: Small or Large Group

Price: from $6,950 USD per person

Our 20 day mega trip to Britain and Ireland is a wonderful way to explore the region. In England, you’ll visit towns including Plymouth, Oxford, Bath and York. In Scotland you’ll head to Loch Ness, venture onto the Isle of Skye and see the home of golf at St Andrews. Spend a day exploring the Northern Ireland capital city of Belfast before heading down south into Ireland. Here you’ll explore lots of spectacular countryside, as well as see the Irish capital of Dublin. There is even time spent in Wales and Cardiff. This trip has something for everyone – UNESCO World Heritage Sites, big cities, quaint villages and spectacular countryside.

More Details: Britain & Ireland 20 Days >>>

UK & Ireland Package – 24 Days

Price: from $7,195 USD per person

Spend 3.5 weeks exploring England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Ireland in depth. This is quite possibly the trip of a lifetime, with the choice of a small or large group. It’s hard to sum this one up in just a short paragraph, but it’s probably the most in-depth vacation package we offer. It’s also the only tour that heads into the UNESCO Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland which was a Game of Thrones filming location, as well as visiting UNESCO Conwy Castle in North Wales.

More Details: 24 Day Package >>>

Vacation Packages for Special Events 2024

There are lots of special events taking place in England during 2024, and we’ve listed below some of the specialist vacation packages that coincide with these events. We also have garden packages that include the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Many of these are once-in-a-lifetime events that are not to be missed!

3 Day Platinum Jubilee Weekend Package >>>

4 Day Edinburgh Military Tattoo Package >>>

15 Days English Gardens & Chelsea Flower Show >>>

Edinburgh Military Tattoo Package – 4 Days

Price: from £319 per person

Departure Dates: August 

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of the most important events in Scotland, with military bands and performers descending onto the Scottish capital from around the world. There will be Highland Dancers, military pipes and drums, flybys of military jets, fireworks and more! The package also includes a visit to Loch Lomond in the Scottish Highlands.

More Details: Edinburgh Tattoo Package 2024 >>>

English Gardens & Chelsea Flower Show – 15 days

Price: From $5,559 per person

Our 15-day package takes you around the fabulous gardens of England. Starting in London you’ll spend a day at the Chelsea Flower Show, perhaps the biggest horticultural event in the world with spectacular displays from international exhibitors. It takes place in May for just 6 days every year, so this is a rare treat for flower lovers! Following your visit, you will then tour England visiting some of the finest gardens and country estates in the world! This includes The Lost Garden of Heligan, Wisley Gardens, Bodnant Garden, Blenheim Palace and more! Regions of England that are visited on this package include Cornwall, the Lake District, the Cotswolds and North Wales. The trip also includes a visit to Bampton, which was the real-life village used in the filming of the Downton Abbey TV Series.

More Details: Chelsea Garden Package >>>

Interested in more English garden packages? Check out our dedicated page for English Garden Package Tours .

Movie & TV Themed Packages

There are loads of blockbuster movies and TV shows that have been filmed and produced in the UK. American audiences have been wowed by series including Downton Abbey, Outlander and Game of Thrones. Here are some shorter and longer vacation packages dedicated to these shows!

5 Days Downton Abbey Mini-Package >>>

4 Days Game of Thrones Mini-Package >>>

13 Days Outlander Package >>>

Downton Abbey Vacation Package – 5 Days

Price: from £675 per person

Our Downton Abbey package visits the real-life locations used in the making of the hit TV series. You’ll visit Highclere Castle, the iconic country estate that will be instantly recognizable to fans of the show! Explore the majestic rooms and lavish gardens. The package will then visit a selection of manor houses and country estates that were typical of the Downton Abbey period of history. This includes Loseley Park, Hatchalnds Park, as well as a visit to the Bombay Sapphire Distillery, makers of the iconic drink!

More Details: Downton Abbey Package >>>

Game of Thrones Mini-Package – 4 Days

Price: from £499 per person

Game of Thrones fans will love this 4-day package that visits the filming locations in Northern Ireland! It includes flights from London to Belfast and free time to explore the city. You’ll visit the recently opened Game of Thrones Studio Tour where you’ll go behind the scenes to see how the TV series was brought to life. The next day, you’ll drive to the Giant’s Causeway and into the Northern Irish countryside to see locations used to portray the free city of Braavos, the Stormlands, the cost of Dorne and the background for Kingsroad.

More Details: Game of Thrones Package >>>

Outlander Inspired Package – 13 Days

Price: from $3,825 per person

Our 13-day Outlander inspired package takes you along the Highland trail to explore some of the most spectacular locations in the region. You’ll start the trip in Edinburgh and end in Glasgow, travelling through the Highlands in between. You’ll see Outlander filming locations for the village of Cranesmuir, Mrs Baird’s B&B, ‘L’Hopital des Anges’, as well as landscapes that were used as backdrops for some of the most important scenes in the show. You’ll visit the Orkney Island and the Isle of Skye, pass through Glencoe, Inverness, St. Andrews and much more!

More Details: Outlander Package >>>

Self-Drive & Private Vacation Packages

Self-Drive Packages

Looking to go solo? We can put together a once-in-a-lifetime self-drive package that can include inspirational driving roads in England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland. We can arrange for car hire and can plan an itinerary according to your interests. Feel free to get in touch for more information.

Private Packages

Looking to travel in a group of 9 or more? A private vacation package can work out as a really cost-effective way of travelling. Take a look at our private tour pages for some inspiration. We can arrange private versions of the tour package listed above. Or we can tailor make a trip according to your interests with an expert guide. We can even arrange family heritage tours to trace the roots of your ancestors. Feel free to get in touch with us to find out more information.

Guide to Planning a Trip

There are so many different vacation packages to choose from when visiting England, let’s break it down and give you a few important things to consider!

Where to Visit? England, Scotland, Britain, UK, United Kingdom….

This can get confusing so let’s start out by getting a few things straight!

England is part of what is officially called The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland . That’s a very long name to keep using! So to make things a little easier, we’ll just call it the UK.

The UK is made up of 4 regions – England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland . And across the border from Northern Ireland lies the country of Ireland (which is totally independent from the UK.)

So the first question to ask when looking for an England vacation package. Are you looking just to visit England? Or do you also want to visit other parts of the United Kingdom as well?

There are a few ways to plan an England Vacation Package. You could visit:

100% England Packages (we’ve got plenty of amazing things to see here!)

England with Scotland Packages: Combine a trip and go to Scotland as well!

England, Scotland & Ireland Packages : The big trip! These vacation packages sometimes also include Northern Ireland as well. For this size of trip, we recommend packages that are at least 2 weeks long!

And what about Wales? Many of the vacation packages also include 1 or 2 days in Wales

So in this article, we’ll divide up our vacation packages into 4 – ‘100% England Packages’, ‘England & Scotland Packages’, ‘England & Ireland Packages’ & finally ‘Special Packages’

What are our special vacation packages ? Well… these are packages that are based around a specific theme or event. In 2024, we have the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May and the Edinburgh Military Tattoo Parade in July.

Plus we’ve got some amazing vacation packages for Downton Abbey fans, Game of Thrones fans, Outlander fans, as well as some awesome walking trips, railway trips and even adventure trips!

That’s a lot of England vacation packages to sift through! So please use the contents at the top of the page to navigate directly to what interests you.

We hope you find this guide useful. Please contact the Tourist England team if you have any questions!

How much would a trip to England cost?

This really depends on the length of your vacation package and the size of the group. Prices can range anywhere from $1,800 per person for an 8 day trip in a large group to over $5,000 for a 14-day small-group tour of England.

How many days do you need in England?

We would say that at least 7 days is a good amount of time to explore many of the highlights of England and get a feel for the country. Of course, you could easily spend many more days exploring the best of England, Scotland and Ireland with our amazing vacation packages from London !

How Can I spend 10 days in the UK?

We have many package tours that are 10 days in duration. Typically these trips depart from London and you can expect to spend 7-8 days in England, with 2-3 days in Scotland. With these kinds of holidays, you will normally travel in a loop, travelling north from London along the east side of England, heading into Scotland and then returning to London via the west side of England, with a little bit of Wales as well. Regions you’ll visit include Yorkshire, the Lake District, Scotland and London.

Do these vacation packages include financing options?

Many of the packages offer financing options, allowing you to spread out the cost of the trip over multiple payments. Many of the tours also require a low-value deposit in order to secure your place on the tour.

Do all-inclusive vacations get cheaper closer to date?

Normally booking well in advance is a good way to get a great price on vacation deals, since travel companies like people to book early. Vacation packages will only get cheaper closer to the travel date if the travel company is struggling to fill up the tour.

Is there a package to London and Paris?

We have a 9-day London and Paris vacation package that’s perfect for you! Spend a few days in London before hopping over the English channel and spend some time exploring the French capital.

Do you have mini-vacation packages to England?

Yes, we also have a selection of multi-day tours from London that last 2-5 days, as well as Scotland minibreaks from Edinburgh . These are great options if you are looking to visit a lot of sights but are pressed for time.

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Best of Britain

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Tour start Windsor

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01 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2024

Edinburgh Castle

Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens, and even the odd pirate or two, in this medieval-era royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, alive with many exciting tales.

Roman Baths & Pump Room

Stop at one of the oldest spas in the world, with hot springs, built during the Roman Empire.

Tower of London

See this former royal fortress, prison, palace, and current home of the Crown Jewels.

Cardiff Castle

Visit one of the most iconic of the 600 castles that dot Wales' landscape.

Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Travelers on our August 8-22 departures can watch kilt-clad corps perform with drums and pipes in military precision.

Windsor Castle

Visit the Queen's magnificent home, the longest-occupied palace in all of Europe.

Marvel at the massive stone circle crafted by prehistoric people.

Blenheim Palace

Visit the gilded State Rooms with their priceless collections of portraits, tapestries and furniture, and an exhibition devoted to the palace's most famous son, Winston Churchill.

Day 1 Windsor Castle, Walking Tour & Welcome Drink

Day 2 blenheim palace & cotswolds drive, day 3 york walking tour, york minster & bamburgh castle, day 4 edinburgh city tour, edinburgh castle & scottish evening*, day 5 lake district & liverpool, day 6 ludlow, tintern abbey & cardiff castle, day 7 cardiff panoramic tour, roman baths & stonehenge, day 8 london tour, tower of london & independent sightseeing, day 9 independent london sightseeing, day 10 tour ends in london, where you’ll stay.

Castle Hotel Windsor Windsor, England

The Castle Hotel, Windsor – MGallery Hotel Collection is a 4 star luxury hotel-based in the heart...

Delta Hotels by Marriott York York, England

The York Marriott Hotel is within a 20-25 minute walking distance of York city centre and its many...

The Murrayfield Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland

The Murrayfield Hotel is an inviting retreat nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, offering a...

Malmaison Liverpool Liverpool, UK

Malmaison Liverpool is a boutique city center hotel with 130 rooms. It’s in a chic, waterfront...

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Cardiff, Wales

Enjoy your stay in one of our modern, air-conditioned rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi. You can also...

100 Queen's Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton London, England

A stylish city spot, a fashionable location where history meets modernity: 100 Queen's Gate was...

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• Full daily breakfast and many meals*
• An evening of Scottish entertainment
• Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
• Welcome drinks with your group
• Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
• All entrance fees to attractions
• Comprehensive travel itinerary

*Breakfast is not included on Day 1

Our welcome gift to you

• A travel backpack
• Travel adapter
• Rain poncho
• Luggage strap and tags
• Documents wallet

From our travelers

We had a wonderful tour. All the accommodations were first class. The very first day we saw a mile long line at Windsor Castle, but our tickets were already taken care of and we went straight in with no waiting. That was the way it was at all sights on the trip. We visited the important sights and did not have to worry about booking, driving, parking, where to stay or where to eat.

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Castle Hotel Windsor, Windsor

The Castle Hotel, Windsor – MGallery Hotel Collection is a 4 star luxury hotel-based in the heart of Windsor town centre sitting magnificently opposite the Windsor Castle and Windsor Guildhall. Boasting unrivalled views of the 'Changing of the Guards' procession which marches past the doorstep of the hotel along Windsor’s picturesque main street.  A beautiful range of boutique accommodation is available at Castle Hotel ranging from charming single rooms to spacious luxury suites with spectacular views over Windsor and it’s many landmarks. Each room follows the flowing Georgian elegance of the hotel which have been beautifully decorated with a refined take on contemporary design. Complimentary accessories including White Company Noir toiletries, fluffy bathrobes, and for upgraded rooms, personal Nespresso machines are provided so that guests can truly relax during their stay. Whether it’s a boutique break, romantic getaway, wedding, or business trip, rooms are certain to delight and impress.

Castle Hotel, Windsor - MGallery Hotel Collection

• 24-hour Front Desk
• Coffee Shop
• Disabled Facilities
• Dry Cleaning
• Laundry Facilities
• Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
• 24-hour Room Service
• Air Conditioned
• Cable/Satellite Television
• Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
• Complimentary Bottled Water
• Daily Maid Service
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Delta Hotels by Marriott York, York

The York Marriott Hotel is within a 20-25 minute walking distance of York city centre and its many attractions including the National Railway Museum & York Minster. Our Leisure Club features a heated pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath, gymnasium & private tennis court. The Cast Iron Bar & Grill serves a varied menu and offers a wide choice of refreshments whilst offering unrivaled views of York Racecourse from its sun terrace.  

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The Murrayfield Hotel, Edinburgh

The Murrayfield Hotel is an inviting retreat nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, offering a charming blend of comfort, convenience, and Scottish hospitality. With its prime location near Murrayfield Stadium, this boutique hotel provides cozy and beautifully appointed rooms, a delightful on-site restaurant with a fusion of Scottish flavors, and easy access to Edinburgh's iconic landmarks. The dedicated staff is committed to ensuring your stay is exceptional, embodying the genuine warmth of Scottish hospitality. 

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Malmaison Liverpool, Liverpool

Malmaison Liverpool is a boutique city center hotel with 130 rooms. It’s in a chic, waterfront location, perfectly situated to enjoy the best of the city. There’s a state-of-the-art gym and a sleek restaurant and a bar offering stylish cocktails.

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Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff

Enjoy your stay in one of our modern, air-conditioned rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi. You can also dine and drink in style in our contemporary restaurant and bar which boast panoramic views of the city.

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

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100 Queen's Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton, London

A stylish city spot, a fashionable location where history meets modernity: 100 Queen's Gate was the former home of Victorian aristocrat William Alexander, which has been stunningly transformed into a luxury hotel. The property embraces the building's heritage and pays homage to the curious with no two rooms being the same. Boasting a prime location in the prestigious Kensington area, DoubleTree by Hilton London – Kensington sits on the doorstep of the iconic Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and Victoria & Albert Museum. The hotel’s traditional regency-style façade compliments its contemporary interior, reflecting the elegant Kensington style. Enjoy easy access to Harrods, the designer boutiques of Knightsbridge and Portobello Market. Kensington Palace, Hyde Park and the Royal Albert Hall are just a short stroll away.

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Fiona was great! This was my fourth CIE tour and it exceeded my expectations. Can't wait for Portugal/Spain with CIE next year!

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Best of britain - 10 days/9 nights-i adored the tour, but wished we had more time in the countryside.

our guides were well versed and we packed too much in such a short period.

Best of Britain - 10 Days/9 Nights- So many adventures, tons of memories and lots to see and experience!

Fun people, interesting places, fond memories…all that and a Sunday Roast at a pub!!

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Best of britain - 10 days/9 nights-far exceeded our expectations.

The beauty of Britain, hospitality if the people, delightful things to do and see.

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Packing in a mix of scenery, history, and one-of-a-kind urban experiences, our England tours delight on monumental levels… in London where history and tradition can be found at every turn… at the walled city of York… as you dine in a manor house in the poetic Lake District… and in the walled cities of yore in modern Wales.

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Welcome to England

Royal gems, historic jewels, and enchanted lakeside vistas; a place where the past is a constant reminder of the present provides many opportunities to feel the living history of this storied island...

Meet carolyn robb, former chef to the royal family, on select departures – exclusive dinner presentation by carolyn robb, former executive chef to the royal family.

Carolyn Robb – co-founder of The Royal Touch and formerly Executive Chef to TRH Prince Charles and Princess Diana, gives a special farewell dinner presentation in London on select small group departures of "England, Scotland & Wales." Ms. Robb presents anecdotes from her time as Personal Chef to the royal household of TRH Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Prince William and Prince Harry, and introduces a farewell dinner menu featuring a favorite dish of the Royal Family. Available on select departures; ask at booking.

Dinner and a show in the West End

It's your choice of restaurant and a show in london's west end.

London's fabled West End theatre district has been the city's hub of theatrical entertainment since early in the 19th century. Often referred to as "Theatreland" today, the district comprises some 40 theatres set in or near the heart of London's West End, in such streets as the Strand, Shaftesbury Avenue and Drury Lane. During your stay in London, you'll enjoy a memorable evening in the West End with both dinner and a show at a restaurant and theatre of your choice.

Private capsule on the London Eye

Soaring over london aboard the london eye.

Your family will feel as though they are part of the London skyline when they get a bird's-eye view of the city while soaring high above it in Tauck's private observation capsule. Centuries of history are put into perspective as you gaze down from your unique perspective 450 feet above the Thames River... truly the world's most exciting observation wheel!

Private tour and lunch at Alnwick Castle

Through the centuries with an early-entry private tour and medieval lunch at alnwick castle.

11th-century Alnwick Castle is home to the Duke of Northumberland and his family... but it's such a quintessential medieval castle that it's often used as a film location – "Becket," "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves," "Elizabeth" – and played an illustrious role as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the first two "Harry Potter" films. On TV, it showcased its rich World War I-era heritage as "Brancaster Castle" in "Downton Abbey's" 2014 Christmas special. On your early-entry private tour, you'll explore with interpreters who share inside stories of its dramatic history and famous residents – including 14th-century Sir Henry Percy, the "Hotspur" immortalized in Shakespeare's "Henry IV, Part 1" – and enjoy a glass of mead and a medieval lunch.

The one... the only... The Savoy

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England tours discovery guide

Start with Big Ben and Buckingham Palace—then get ready to go beyond. Amble through quirky Cotswalds villages, wind down the rugged Jurassic Coast, and follow the tangy trail of malt vinegar and sizzling oil to a chip shop. England is a world apart that’s still close to home.

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What to know before you go

England boasts 57 million residents—and yes, almost everyone loves their daily cuppa. (More than 165 million cups of tea are brewed there daily!)

London’s iconic cityscape may need little introduction, but did you know that underneath its bustling streets, there are several hidden rivers and the remains of a first-century Roman amphitheater?

The English are known for politeness and etiquette, as well as their stiff upper lip—made famous by their World War II motto of “Keep Calm and Carry On.”

Historic landmarks, literary connections, storybook villages, and cultural diversity. Plus, a shared language makes getting around and mingling with locals easier.

Highlights of Southern England

Follow the undulating plains and cobbled lanes of London, Bath, and Oxford. End your trip with a one-of-a-kind experience: A night on the grounds of Ashridge House, the storied estate that was once a royal residence of King Henry VIII and Princess Elizabeth I.

London: The City Experience

Get acquainted with London at your own pace, with time to stop and smell the flowers at Kensington Gardens and find your favorite curry spot. In between, join local guides for hand-selected experiences that peek behind the (royal) curtain.

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It may be just across the pond, but England is proof that you don’t have to travel far to experience a whole new world. Check out our England Travel Guide for essential packing tips, must-visit landmarks, and best times to go.

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Follow Jane Austen’s path in Bath

Visiting the Jane Austen Centre doesn’t require much Persuasion . Explore the ornate Georgian townhouse and learn about Regency-era customs on our Highlights of Southern England tour.

Ruminate on the ruins of Stonehenge

Historians and scientists still ponder the purpose of the mysterious ring of 25-ton stones. Stand in the shadow of this UNESCO-recognized site and propose your own theories on our London: The City Experience tour.

Stroll the grounds of Windsor Castle

The British royal family’s preferred retreat for the past 900 years is the world’s largest and longest-inhabited castle. Get an inside look at its regal treasures on our Highlights of England, Scotland & Ireland tour.

Swoon over Sir Walter Scott’s poetry

Let the wild romance of the Scottish Borders region sweep you off your feet. Join literature lovers for a quest to Abbotsford House, the home of the Ivanhoe author, on our Highlights of England, Scotland & Ireland tour.

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Travel tips for England trips

• To enter England, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry. 
• We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps. 
• There’s no visa requirement for U.S. or Canadian citizens. 
• If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements. 
• You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to  goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements  
• England operates on 230–240 volts and uses a Type G plug with three large, flat pins. 
• We recommend packing a universal plug adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or any device without one built in. 

England’s currency is the pound sterling. If you choose to continue your travels to the Republic of Ireland, you will be using the euro.  

As a relatively small country, you can see a lot of England in just a few days. We recommend you spend at least 5 to 7 days on your trip to England so you can have time to explore its many historical sites, charming villages, and natural beauty.

Some of the unique experiences you can have on your tours to England include:

• Spend a night at the elegant Ashridge House.  If you’re seeking the royal treatment, you won’t find yourself at a loss for places to visit in England, but this historic home of King Henry VIII and Princess Elizabeth I ranks among our favorites. When you join us on our new  Highlights of Southern England: London, Bath & Oxford tour , you’ll spend a day exploring the regal Ashridge House and its sprawling, immaculate gardens.
• Visit a free museum.  London is known for having some of the  best free museums  in the world. Use a free afternoon to explore the antiquities in the British Museum or peruse the artwork at the Tate Modern. London has more than 190 museums to choose from, and while many of them are free, some may feature special exhibitions that charge admission.
• Take a scenic drive through the Cotswolds.  The English countryside features painterly scenes that are loved by artists and frequently immortalized on canvas and film.
• Glide through London’s skyline. The London Eye rises 450 feet above the River Thames—the world’s fourth-tallest observation wheel. Settle into an enclosed gondola for a 30-minute ride and view the city below. (In clear weather, the panorama stretches for 25 miles.)

Despite being farther north than much of North America, England has a temperate climate—which means tours of England are enjoyable most any time of year. But when is the best time to visit England? Spring and fall offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds at the most popular sites, making the off-season a perfect time to visit England. Winter, too, offers plenty of charm—despite the cold temps—with Christmas markets happening in London and around the country.

No matter what time of year you plan your trip to England, expect some rain—but don’t let it keep you from enjoying this beautiful destination! Just have your Wellies with you (that’s British for “rainboots”).

There are plenty of places to see in England, and because the country is relatively small it’s easy to do in one trip. On our escorted tours of England, you can choose to live like a local for a week on a London City Stay or see it all on a Grand Tour of Great Britain —or something in-between.

Here are just a few of the destinations you can explore on our tours of England:

• Westminster Abbey in London
• Liverpool, the home of the Beatles
• The historic city of York
• Bath, a UNESCO-listed city

But this is just the start! Our tours go to many of the best places to visit in England. One of our expert Tour Consultants can help you choose the escorted tour of England that’s perfect for you.

Traditional British cuisine has ancient roots—meat and game pies, vegetable stews, and hearty breads were on tables all the way back to the Middle Ages! Influences from former British colonies can also be found in local dishes; authentic Indian, African, and Asian food is especially popular in cities like London. But, no matter where you visit in England, you’ll find a local pub where you can stop for a pint and enjoy an iconic English dish like fish and chips.

On all of our England tour packages, you’ll enjoy meals that are authentic to the region and have free time to try new dishes on your own, too! Ask your Tour Director for recommendations—they’re experts who can guide you to the best of England’s culinary scene.

When packing for any of our tours of England, remember to be prepared for many different types of weather! At any time of year, expect occasional rain showers. Boots, an umbrella, and a rain jacket are good to have handy in every season. Layers are also always a good idea, as evenings in England tend to be cooler—even in summer—and the Brits tend to open a window rather than turn on the A/C, too.

Once you’ve reserved one of our England vacation packages, you’ll receive a detailed packing list for your specific trip. Plus, you can download the Go Ahead Tour Companion app so you’ll have everything you need to prepare right in your pocket.

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"The hotel that I stayed in was great. I enjoyed exploring and listening to the knowledge." Andrew, traveled in July 2023

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"Hotel location was fabulous and hotel food was great, but the hotel is in desperate need of updating and maintenance." Kathy, traveled in August 2022

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"Really enjoyed the tour and all the history of the areas we visited. As a visitor from Australia there is so much to learn." Helen, traveled in July 2019

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"Every location that we visited was amazing. The tour was Spectacular and exceeded all expectations." Vanessa, traveled in May 2024

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"The hotel was wonderful, the food and the staff was top-notch. Climbing Scafell Pile was certainly a highlight." CLAIRE, traveled in May 2023

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This Tour was excellent and I would recommend it to anyone and our Guide and Driver John was extremely informative regarding the History of the area.

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Taylor Swift Eras tour: London setlist and everything you need to know

F orget the Euros, Glastonbury or Wimbledon. The hottest tickets in Britain this summer are for one show only: Taylor Swift’s Eras tour , which has finished its run in Edinburgh, Liverpool and Cardiff and is now in the midst of covering London in a sea of sequins, friendship bracelets and excitable Swifties.

What time do gates open? 

• Secret songs

How long is the concert?

Of course, actually getting tickets for the biggest tour in a generation – my colleague, Neil McCormick , wrote in his recent definitive review that the Eras tour is “worthy of six stars” and more akin to a religious ritual than a pop concert – is only half of the battle. You might have beaten the Ticketmaster queue and planned an outfit, but are you ready for a three-hour extravaganza packed with secret clues and rituals?

Eras tour UK dates

Swift is playing nine more dates in the UK and Ireland: the London run continues over today and tomorrow; then, the 34-year-old will be performing the following dates: 

• June 28-30: Dublin, Aviva Stadium
• August 15-20: London, Wembley Stadium

Here’s your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about the UK leg of the Eras tour – past, present and future – from timings, support acts and the 46-strong setlist to potential secret songs and special guests.

Fans with early entry should be able to enter Wembley from 4pm, with general ticket holders permitted from 4.30pm. 

Swift’s main performance will begin between 7pm and 7.20pm (with the primary support act, Paramore, taking to the stage around 6pm, and the earlier opener expected around 4.30-5pm).

Which songs are on the setlist?

In order, the full setlist is as follows: 

From Lover:

• Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince
• Cruel Summer
• You Need to Calm Down

From Fearless:

• You Belong With Me
• We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
• I Knew You Were Trouble
• All Too Well (10 minute version)

From Speak Now:

From Reputation:

• …Ready For It?
• Don’t Blame Me
• Look What You Made Me Do

From Folklore/Evermore:

• Champagne Problems
• Illicit Affairs
• My Tears Ricochet
• Blank Space
• Shake It Off
• Wildest Dreams

From The Tortured Poets Department:

• But Daddy I Love Him
• So High School
• Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?
• The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived
• I Can Do It With A Broken Heart

From Midnights:

• Lavender Haze
• Midnight Rain
• Vigilante Shit

The majority of the Eras setlist hasn’t changed since Swift kicked off the tour in Arizona last March – it still opens with Lover and ends with Midnights, spanning 46 songs and 10 albums (her poor Debut still doesn’t get a look in). But the arrival of The Tortured Poets Department back in April resulted in a predictable switch-up, with certain songs taken off the setlist (The Archer, Long Live, The 1, The Last Great American Dynasty, ’Tis the Damn Season and Tolerate It) to make room for seven from the new album. 

Fans disappointed at the changes can always hold out hope that one will appear as a secret song during the acoustic set – which immediately follows The Tortured Poets Department’s section.

The secret songs played so far – and what could be next

The secret song (or acoustic) section of the show is easily the most anticipated by fans. Every night is different – although Swift has abandoned her rule from the US leg that secret songs can only be played once, unless a mistake was made – with Swift having 11 albums of material to choose from. 

Swift has swapped performing two full secret songs for ‘mashups’ including, usually, two or three tracks. Here is the full list of secret songs from each UK show so far, and which could be next.

Edinburgh night one:

• Would’ve Could’ve, Should’ve/I Know Places
• ‘Tis the Damn Season/Daylight

Edinburgh night two:

• The Bolter/Getaway Car
• All of the Girls You’ve Loved Before/Crazier

Edinburgh night three:

• It’s Nice to Have a Friend/Dorothea
• Haunted/Exile

Liverpool night one:

• I Can See You/Mine
• Cornelia Street/Maroon

Liverpool night two: 

• This Is What You Came For/Gold Rush
• The Great War/You’re Losing Me

Liverpool night three:

• Carolina/No Body, No Crime
• The Manuscript/Red

Cardiff: 

• I Forgot That You Existed/This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things
• I Hate It Here/The Lakes

London night one:

• Hits Different/Death By A Thousand Cuts

The Black Dog/Come Back Be Here/Maroon

Our predictions:

London: Novices will immediately suggest London Boy, from Lover, as the perfect choice – and of course it is, but it’s still highly unlikely that Swift will opt to sing an ode to her ex-boyfriend (Joe Alwyn) in his home city. The Black Dog and Come Back Be Here, both songs about London, were perfect choices for Wembley night one, but could future dates at the capital spell bigger surprises? A shock appearance from Florence Welch (who sang on Florida!!!), perhaps, or the National’s Aaron Dessner, already in the UK for a summer of festivals?

Taylor Swift’s set lasts for three hours and 15 minutes: up there with career-spanning performances from Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and The Cure. 

The main show begins with the appearance of a ticking clock on stage, which counts down from a total of two minutes while songs from Lady Gaga (Applause) and Lesley Gore (You Don’t Own Me) play in the background. 

Once the countdown reaches zero, dancers brandishing ginormous, pastel-hued flags walk out on stage to a backing track listing her various albums (the crowd’s biggest scream being reserved for when it says “My name is Taylor, and I was born in 1989!”). Then, the fabric flags fall to the floor, lifts and reveals Swift beneath, in the centre, ready to be hoisted up on a rising stage block to sing a short version of opener Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince (from Lover) before going straight into her biggest streaming hit, Cruel Summer.

Swift takes no substantial breaks during the three-hour plus set – aside from various outfit or stage changes in between Eras – but there are fleeting moments you can rest, including after the Speak Now section (which is a mere single song, Enchanted) which has a slightly longer interval before Swift begins to perform songs from Red. Don’t forget, either, to put on the special wristband you’re handed on entry – it flashes different colours throughout the set and can often signal surprise songs or special moments.

Prepare your friendship bracelets

Whether you’re a bona fide Swiftie or the parent or guardian of one, I guarantee you will have heard of friendship bracelets. Inspired by a lyric from Midnights’ You’re On Your Own, Kid (“So make the friendship bracelets / Take the moment and taste it”), Swift’s fans wear armfuls of homemade, largely plastic bracelets featuring beads that spell out song names or inside jokes. 

Then, once at the show, the fans “trade” bracelets with each other to make new friends. The internet is full of tutorials on how to make them, but if your show is drawing closer and you’re yet to make any, Amazon Prime is your best bet.

What to pack?

Despite what Gen Zs on TikTok may suggest, the Eras tour is just a concert. Thus, it doesn’t necessitate buying fancy new cameras, iPhones, earplugs or battery packs – but you would be wise to pack a jumper (it gets cold – and the ones for sale on the official merchandise will set you back around £60); those friendship bracelets, as well, of course, as your ticket. 

The tour is completely sold-out for all dates, but it is worth keeping an eye on your emails as Ticketmaster are reportedly sending out last-minute purchase codes ahead of each date. 

What to wear?

Sequins, glitter, cowboy hats – anything goes, as long as you go for it. Find the link to our all-ages guide on what to wear to Swift’s Era’s tour below. 

What to wear to the Eras tour

Learn the fan lyrics 

If you’re lucky enough to have tickets to the Eras tour, learning 11 albums worth of songs – plus the Vault tracks from her ‘Taylor’s Version’ rerecords – might seem like an impossible task. Unluckily, it’s not just Swift’s 274 official singles (46 of which make up the setlist) that you need to know, because the crowd adds special lines to multiple songs. 

During Delicate, from Reputation, fans yell the chant “One, two, three, let’s go b—h!” after she sings “We can’t make any promises, now can we, babe?” Chart-topping revenge anthem Bad Blood, meanwhile, taken from 2014’s 1989, sees fans screech the end of the line “You forgive / You forget / But you never let it go”. Swift’s knowing winks during the songs indicate she knows exactly what the crowd is gearing up for.

Who are the support acts?

US pop-rock band Paramore are the primary support act for all UK Eras shows, and typically begin their 45-minute set at 6pm. Extra support acts have also been announced for the shows at Wembley Stadium: Griff (June 22) and Benson Boone (June 23). 

A guide to the Eras support acts

Standout moments so far – concert by concert

The Eras tour is a tightly-run ship revolving around immaculate choreography, a watertight setlist and a performer renowned for her professionalism, but that doesn’t mean every single night is the same. The weather can be temperamental, Swift could bring out a special guest, or you might just spot your favourite A-lister lurking within the crowd (or, more likely, the coveted VIP tent in front of the sound desk). And of course, there’s the secret song section, for which we’ve dedicated a separate section below this one.

Edinburgh: Night One

Fans present at the opening show in Edinburgh were quick to record the moment Swift had to take a break from performing Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve on acoustic guitar – as part of the secret songs set – because of a pesky hand-cramp. As Swift put it: “My hand has frozen in a weird way. This has never happened before!” 

Videos of her shivering on stage suggest the reliably-volatile Scottish weather was to blame. Another highlight came courtesy of her backing dancer Kam, recently in the news for his decision to buy a kilt (after worrying it was cultural appropriation), who contributes a city-specific line to We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together – Edinburgh’s first one being “Ya wee raj”. Think of it as Taylor does Trainspotting.

Edinburgh: Night Two

Proving that the secret song section is truly what gets the crowd (and internet) talking, Swift’s decision to perform Crazier, a track taken from 2009’s Hannah Montana: The Movie – that she has never played live before – had Swifties around the globe hyperventilating, not least because its inclusion suggested it will appear on the rerecording of her debut album.

Elsewhere, fans of Amazon Prime Video’s hit Outlander would have been wise to peer towards the VIP tent, where the show’s cast – including Sam Heughan – were busy dancing the night away.

Edinburgh: Night Three

Scottish singer Nina Nesbitt, who watched the third show from the VIP tent, shared a moving message on Instagram about her long-term love for Swift. The 29-year-old, who hails from West Lothian, wrote: “It was so special to hear the songs that made me want to pick up a guitar back in the place I’m from”. 

Swift’s influence was also keenly felt during her surprise performance of Exile, in which the crowd – all 73,000 of them – dutifully sang Bon Iver’s parts of the song; you can see her joy in videos from the performance in which she’s grinning, in disbelief, that this many people know her music this inside-out.

Liverpool: Night One

You’ll be surprised to learn that Liverpool’s biggest Swiftie is not, in fact, a random teenage girl singing along to Fearless in her bedroom. Jurgen Klopp, the former Reds manager, who has spoken of his love for Swift’s music before, showed up on the first night at Anfield (wearing pink heart-shaped sunglasses, no less) to show his support. Elsewhere, Swift performed I Can See You, a Vault track from Speak Now (Taylor’s Version), as the first secret song - fitting given it was filmed in the city last year. No appearance from Sir Paul McCartney - also an avid Swiftie - but there’s two nights left…

Swift used her 100th Eras Tour show to confirm that the tour will end this year, ending speculation that more dates would be added. “The celebration of the 100th show for me means this is the very first time I’ve acknowledged to myself and admitted that this tour is going to end in December. Like, that’s it,” she told the rain-sodden crowd at Anfield. “I think that this tour has really become my entire life,” she said during her intro to All Too Wel. “It’s taken over everything. I think I once had hobbies, but I don’t know what they were anymore.

“All I do when I’m not on stage is sit at home and try to think of clever acoustic song mash-ups and think about what you might want to hear.”

Liverpool: Night Two

Stood just a few heads back from where Swift was seated for the surprise songs set, nothing could have prepared me for the first track: This Is What You Came For, the 2016 hit originally performed by Calvin Harris and Rihanna – that Swift wrote. It will surely be on Reputation (Taylor’s Version); Harris, Swift’s superstar DJ ex-boyfriend, clearly couldn’t be bothered to deal with the social media attention, because he deleted his account on X after this performance. I’ve seen Swift on multiple tours, in wildly different stages of her career, but seeing her on Eras – so confident and self-assured – is a privilege. 

British rising star Griff, who will open for Swift on the second night at Wembley, was also present - warning that “if I don’t have a voice next week at Wembley it’s because I lost it at Eras a week early.” 

Liverpool: Night Three

A highlight of the Red set is always We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, when Swift’s dancer Kem tries out his best local slang. The third night in Scouseland saw him listen to the TikTok advice and yell “Jog on lad,” much to the delight of the crowd. The Red trend continued through to the surprise songs, when Swift performed the title track from that album – an ode to love, but for one night only, Liverpool FC. Or, of course, the Kansas City Chiefs.

A special mention goes to the Swifties who dedicated a selection of friendship bracelets to victims of the Hillsborough disaster.

Swift had obviously been doing her homework before heading to the Welsh capital’s Principality Stadium, as she uttered a number of Welsh phrases throughout the gig, from “Shwmae Cardiff” (Hello Cardiff) to “Croeso I daith Eras” (Welcome to the Eras tour) and “Un, dau, tri, pedwar” (1, 2, 3, 4). Fan favourite dancer Kam, meanwhile, went for “ych a fi!” (gross) during We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together. As the only indoor/closed-roof concert of the UK leg of Eras, meanwhile, some fans in Cardiff were left disappointed there was no firework display during Karma, the closing song.

London: Night One

The first night in the capital was always going to be starry, and Wembley certainly didn’t disappoint. Swift’s boyfriend, the NFL star Travis Kelce, showed up with his brother Jason, along with supermodel Cara Delevingne, fashion designer Stella McCartney, actresses Rosamund Pike and Nicola Coughlan and even Labour leader Keir Starmer (with his wife, Victoria). Meanwhile, the Prince of Wales opted to celebrate his 42nd birthday at the show , watching from a private box with his children. 

As always, the surprise songs segment proved a winner, as Swift launched into The Black Dog, for the first time ever, which was inspired by her past visits to an unassuming boozer in Vauxhall. Swift has always had a special relationship with London, having lived here for a time when she was dating British actor Joe Alwyn, meaning her first night at Wembley (she has played at the stadium before, as part of 2018’s Reputation tour) was always going to be special. Little wonder she called it “the most exhilarating city in the world”! She even got the weather to bend to her every whim, with the day’s rare sun giving way to rain during Midnight Rain.

Potential special guests

Swift has brought a number of famous guests on stage to sing with her throughout the Eras tour – typically artists with feature credits on her songs. The National’s Aaron Dessner, who produced much of her lockdown albums Folklore and Evermore, appeared in Santa Clara, California, to perform melodic break-up ballad Right Where You Left Me. The National are in Europe throughout the summer for their own gigs and festival performances – including a Sunday night headline slot on the Other Stage at Glastonbury – so he could make a surprise appearance again. 

Then there’s sister-indie trio HAIM, who are personal close friends with Swift and featured on No Body, No Crime. Pictures of them out for a meal in London with Swift (and other famous faces, including Kate Moss, Lena Dunham and Andrew Scott) suggest they could make an appearance.

Other potential secret guests range from Lana Del Rey (who sang on Snow on the Beach, and is in the UK in August for Reading and Leeds festivals), Ed Sheeran (Everything Has Changed), Jack Antonoff (Getaway Car and more) and Zayn Malik (I Don’t Wanna Live Forever).

The secrets to look out for – and what they all mean

Ask any Taylor Swift fan what the secret to her colossal success is, and you might be surprised by their answer. Her emotionally vulnerable lyrics and 11 chart-topping studio albums come into play, of course, but it’s her Easter eggs – the secret clues she hides in her songs – that have established her as an unprecedented force in the music industry. And she’s done the same with the Eras concert, filling it with clues, tips and tricks hidden behind certain stages, lyrics or costumes that throw light on her life, her passions and her songs. Here we interpret it all for you. 

The show opens with Lover – to mark Taylor’s creative rebirth …

Released in 2019, Swift’s seventh studio album was meant to get the full bells and whistles treatment: chart-topping singles (Me!, You Need to Calm Down, Lover and The Man) and a sold-out tour (“Lover Fest” was supposed to be a worldwide phenomenon, that included a show at London’s BST Hyde Park). Lover was also intended to mark a creative rebirth for Swift, whose popularity had waned following public spats with Kanye West and Kim Kardashian (that resulted in 2017’s Reputation). 

Instead, Covid arrived, the tour was cancelled, and some of the singles flopped (although the album did feature Cruel Summer, surprisingly now her biggest, most-streamed hit). Swift had multiple reasons to open the Eras tour with the Lover section, and track Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince. The album was her first record to be entirely hers – following her legal battle with former record label Big Red Machine, that has seen her rerecord much of her back catalogue – and it never got its glory days because of the pandemic, so she seems to be picking up where she left off. 

Some fans have even construed the choice to be aimed at former boyfriend Joe Alwyn, who she reportedly broke up with in March 2023 (the same month the Eras tour kicked off in the US), with Swift the all-American golden girl and he, the brooding British actor, the prince who wound up breaking her heart.

… Then the house burns down

For much of the Lover section, Swift performs on stage in front of a huge glass house with rooms nodding at previous music videos or Eras. As the titular track ends and she prepares to move into the Fearless era, the house bursts into fake flames and looks like it is burning down on stage. Could it symbolise the breakdown of her relationship with Alwyn, an end to her romantic side, or a potential hiatus post-Eras tour?

The Fearless dance

Nostalgia forms the heart of the Eras tour. Over two decades, Swift has released 11 studio albums packed with hits – from Love Story to We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together – and made billions of dollars from her music. The tour itself is a celebration of this (as Swift announces at the beginning: “We are about to go on a little adventure together”), as well as her old and new fans. The second part of the show is dedicated to 2008’s country gem Fearless – which won her first Grammy for Album of the Year – and features multiple nods to her younger years and earlier performances, including the jump and spin dance and heart sign she makes with her hands during the title song.

The meaningful outfits 

Colours are important in Taylor Swift’s World, because each album is colour-coded (gold for Fearless, purple for Speak Now, black for Reputation, etc). Those signifiers form the heart of many fans’ chosen outfits for the tour, but also Swift’s own style choices on stage. When she announced 1989 (Taylor’s Version) in Los Angeles on August 9, she swapped her usual outfits for blue variants (1989’s colour) throughout the show. The show’s newest Era, dedicated to 11th album The Tortured Poets Department, sees her wear a toned-down spin on a circus ringmaster outfit for I Can Do It With a Broken Heart (a knowing nod to her 2012 MTV Europe Music Awards outfit) – a song about powering through heartbreak to dazzle fans and critics – while the logo on the t-shirt she wears during 22 (from Red) changes depending on the show.

One particular outfit to keep an eye on is the black and red, snake-emblazoned sequin catsuit she wears during the Reputation era – because it’s the only outfit that hasn’t changed since the beginning of the tour. 

I Can Do It With a Broken Heart – and the Reputation glass boxes

ICDIWABH, mentioned above, is a defiant, gloriously poppy middle finger-up to anyone who thought Swift would buckle under the pressure of heartbreak and fame. “They said, “Babe, you gotta fake it ‘til you make it” and I did,” she sings. “Lights, camera, bitch smile, even when you wanna die”. The staging itself involves a motionless Swift, lying on the ground after performing The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived, being picked up by two grinning circus masters, who strip her dress and replace it with the ringmaster outfit. After flopping and falling around like a ragdoll, Swift suddenly jerks to life and bursts into song – a true professional, at whatever personal cost.

During the Reputation section, meanwhile, and in particular Look What You Made Me Do, Swift performs in front of a collection of glass boxes containing dancers dressed in similar costumes to ones worn throughout her career. The song itself, which was originally aimed at West and Kardashian, is Swift’s way of standing up for herself in front of an industry who expected her to be the meek, good-girl country star, instead of a powerful woman. Taken together, the imagery of both songs (ICDIWABH and LWYMMD) supports this – Swift seeing herself as someone who hasn’t been allowed to grow up, whose entire adolescence (and now, adulthood) was catered to pleasing the public.

Taken from her fourth studio album, 2012’s Red, 22 marked a musical switch for Swift from country to pure pop. During her performance of the song at the Eras tour, she storms down the long stage with her crew of backing dancers to reach one lucky fan at the other end, who is handed the black (personally signed) trilby she wears during the performance (and wore in the original video). 

Fans looking to secure the hat would be best to direct their attention to the Taylor Nation social media accounts – allegedly run by a combination of 13 Management, her mother Andrea and father Scott – who personally choose the recipient. One such lucky fan was the late basketball player’s Kobe Bryant’s young daughter, Bianka, who was handed the hat (and embraced) by Swift in Los Angeles.

The Folklore house

Between the pop-tastic anthems of Red and 1989, Swift brings down the tempo for the Folklore section (twinned with Evermore on the European leg). The album, which she wrote and released during the pandemic, was a critical darling; co-written with and produced by The National’s Aaron Dessner, it marked a switch from pop to a more indie, mature sound. During the set, she performs songs from Folklore and Evermore from atop a grassy woodland cabin (inspired by her 2021 Grammy performance) that is also home to the moss-covered piano where she sits and performs Champagne Problems.

So High School’s ode to Travis Kelce

When Swift began the Eras tour, she was newly single and heartbroken, tearing up on stage while performing for songs she had written in honour of former beau Joe Alwyn. Since then, she’s released The Tortured Poets Department, another break-up album widely interpreted to be about Matty Healy, the 1975 frontman who she dated afterwards. 

But her current boyfriend, the NFL star Travis Kelce, has no reason to fear, because he gets his love story during So High School. Swift only sings part of the song, which is about her falling head over heels for this teenage-kind of love (and includes the line “You know how to ball / I know Aristotle”), but the accompanying dance is the clearest nod to Kelce. She and her backing dancers sit atop makeshift bleachers and “swag surf” – a waving motion typically used at US sporting events, that she was seen doing during a Kansas City Chiefs game earlier this year.

The Bejeweled TikTok dance

It’s easy to attribute the unprecedented success of the Eras tour to the rise of TikTok. The day after the tour began in Arizona in March 2023, I had seen it in its entirety – from my bedroom in London – thanks to people live-streaming from the concert, or uploading multiple videos. Since then, of course, there has been the blockbuster concert film, but the video sharing platform offered the first opportunity for international fans (or those who couldn’t afford tickets) to see the show. 

TikTok even provided Swift with a free choreographer. New Jersey-based creator Mikael Arellano went viral in 2022 with his dance to Bejeweled, the ninth track from Midnights, where he shimmies and shakes his hands and body to the chorus. It racked up billions of views and sure enough, when the Eras tour opened, Swift and her dancers did the same dance. As a way of saying thank you, Arellano was even called up to accept the much-fêted 22 hat in May 2023.

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How the royal family, London Zoo are welcoming Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’

Taylor Swift started her first of eight “ Eras Tour ” shows in London on Friday night — and the British city is already ready for it.

The official X account for the royal family posted a video of the British Army performing a rendition of Swift’s “Shake It Off” during the June 21 Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace.

“Can’t stop, won’t stop groovin’,” the royal family said in a post on X with the video.

The London Zoo also commemorated Swift’s arrival in the city on Instagram with three throwback photos from when the singer visited the zoo in 2012.

“A different Era at London Zoo,” the London Zoo wrote in the caption. “She visited us in 2012, and now she’s back in London for the biggest tour of all time.”

The zoo added that Swifties with an “Eras Tour” ticket can get 25% off a walk-up day ticket to the zoo June 21-30, before inviting Swift back herself.

“Whenever you’d like to make your next visit @taylorswift & @taylornation, we’re ready for it,” the zoo said.

Swift, 34, previously visited the Sydney Zoo  two days in a row  while she performed her “Eras Tour” in Australia’s largest city. She was spotted one day with  boyfriend Travis Kelce  and talked about visiting with her opening act, Sabrina Carpenter, during an onstage duet.

“We’ve been 100% of our days off,” Swift said while sitting next to Carpenter, based on a video from the concert. “I’m really all about the red panda. I think you guys don’t understand how cool kangaroos are because you have so many. They are so cool, so strong. So bouncy.”

Swift is scheduled to play eight shows at London’s Wembley Stadium, which has a 90,000-person capacity, in June and August. She most recently wrapped up stops across the United Kingdom, including Cardiff, Liverpool and Edinburgh.

During her 100th “Eras Tour” performance in Liverpool, the singer confirmed the tour would end in December.

“This is the very first time I’ve ever acknowledged to myself and admitted that this tour is going to end in December,” she said.

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How to get tickets for Paul McCartney’s 2024 UK tour: presale, ticket prices and everything you need to know

Macca’s Got Back tour will come to the UK for several huge arena shows later this year

Paul McCartney’s last performance in the UK was his legendary set at Glastonbury 2022. Critics called it ‘ a masterclass from the greatest living cultural figure in this country’s history ’ and ‘ one of the most thrilling, uplifting, banger-filled, star-studded sets ’ that the festival had ever seen. 

If you missed out on seeing that show in person two years ago, now is your chance to make up for it. The Beatles icon has announced that he will finally be bringing his Got Back tour to the UK. 

Paul launched the tour in 2022 and has already taken it to cities across the US, Australia and South America, so we know a little bit about what to expect. Prepare to belt along to ‘Hey Jude’, ‘Live and Let Die’ and ‘Got to Get You into My Life’, alongside loads of other classics and some newer material.

Sound good? You bet it does? Here’s how you can get your hands on tickets for Got Back in the UK. 

When is Paul McCartney going on his UK tour 2024? 

Macca will be playing at Manchester ’s Co-op Live on Saturday December 14 and Sunday December 15 . Then he’ll be at the O2 Arena in London on Wednesday December 18 and Thursday December 19 . 

When do tickets go on sale?

Get it in you diaries – tickets go on general sale on Ticketmaster here  from 10am on Friday June 21. 

Is there a presale? 

You bet. Presale for all four shows went live today (Wednesday June 19) at 10am. Find Manchester presale here  or become a Co-op member to be first in line. And, if you’re an O2 Priority member, find London presale here .  

How much are Paul McCartney tickets?

In the presale, tickets ranged massively in price – with some first tier tickets at the Co-op Live going for £107 and seats at the back of the O2 Arena in London priced at around £125 (excluding booking fees – up to £146 including them). 

The presale was criticised by face-value ticketing site Twickets  for the number of supposed touts that snapped up tickets and are attempting to sell them at extortionate prices (well over £500). As always, beware of buying from resale sites. 

Can I go VIP?

If you have the cash to splash, absolutely. Fans who book a VIP ticket at the O2 will get to enjoy VIP entrance to the arena, access to the VIP lounge and seats in the venue's VIP blocks.  

As a VIP at Manchester’s Co-op Live, you’ll get a complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink, premium refreshments, top-quality food, an exclusive merchandise shop and dedicated toilets. For more info, head to the official hospitality partner, Seat Unique .

Where else is Paul McCartney touring as part of his Got Back tour?

Before he lands on home soil, Paul will be playing shows across South America in October, then Paris and Madrid at the beginning of December. His London shows will mark the end of the tour. 

What has been said about the tour? 

On announcing his UK string of shows, Paul said: ‘I’m excited to be ending my year and 2024 tour dates in the UK. It’s always such a special feeling to play shows on our home soil. It’s going to be an amazing end to the year. Let’s get set to party. I can’t wait to see you.’

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Over a year into Taylor Swift’s Eras tour , she has found ways to keep the show fresh and new for those who have been waiting since she opened in Phoenix, Arizona in March 2023 to see her. Since the tour began in the United States last year, Swift has released two rerecorded albums —  Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)  and  1989 (Taylor’s Version)  in addition to a brand-new double album,  The Tortured Poets Department. 

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Every show on the Eras Tour involves an acoustic set where Swift performs at least two songs custom to that night’s show. At first, she wouldn’t allow herself repeats unless she messed up the lyrics to a song, but now, she has done away with that rule and gotten more creative by combining songs in mashups and playing up to four in a segment. The first song or three take place on guitar, and then she shifts to piano for the second half before diving beneath the stage to resume the setlist – which has since contracted and expanded to include a  Tortured Poets Department  era and set .

Below you’ll find Taylor Swift’s surprise songs that she has played most recently in Europe as well as a record of all those she has played on the entire tour so far.

International Leg 2024

• February 6 — “Holy Ground” and “Dear Reader”
• February 7 — “Eyes Open” and “Electric Touch”
• February 8 — “Superman” and “The Outside”
• February 9 — “Come In With the Rain” and “You’re On Your Own Kid”
• February 16 in — “Red” and “You’re Losing Me”
• February 17 — Mashup of “Getaway Car”/”August”/”The Other Side of the Door” and “This Is Me Trying”
• February 18 — Mashup of “Come Back… Be Here”/”Daylight” and “Teardrops on My Guitar”February 23 in Sydney, Australia – “How You Get the Girl” and Mashup of “White Horse/Coney Island” with Sabrina Carpenter
• February 24 — “Should’ve Said No (Naur)” and Mashup of “New Year’s Day/Peace”
• February 25 — Mashup of “Is It Over Now/I Wish You Would” and Mashup of “Haunted/Exile”
• February 26 — Mashup of “Would’ve Could’ve Should’ve/Ivy” and Mashup of “Forever & Always/Maroon”
• March 2  — Mashup of “long story short/The Story of Us” and Mashup of “Clean/evermore”
• March 3 — Mashup of “Mine/Starlight” and Mashup of “I Don’t Wanna Live Forever/Dress”
• March 4 — Mashup of “Foolish One/Tell Me Why” and Mashup of “This Love/Call It What You Want”
• March 7 — Mashup of “Death by a Thousand Cuts/Babe” and Mashup of “Fifteen/You’re On Your Own Kid”
• March 8 — Mashup of “Sparks Fly/gold rush” and “False God/Slut!”
• March 9 — Mashup of “Tim McGraw/Cowboy Like Me” and “Mirrorball/Epiphany”

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April 19 –  The Tortured Poets Department  release day

*Resuming her European tour in 2024 involved an additional set for the record-breaking   The Tortured Poets Department  complete with 7 staple songs. Most — “Fortnight (feat. Post Malone),” “Down Bad,” “But Daddy I Love Him,” “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?” “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart,” “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” from the first half and “So High School” from the second half. 

• May 9 — “Paris” and “loml”
• May 10 — Mashup of “Is It Over Now/Out of the Woods” and “My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys”
• May 11 — “Hey Stephen” and “Maroon”
• May 12 — Mashup of “The Alchemy/Treacherous” and “Begin Again/Paris”
• May 17 — Mashup of “I Think He Knows/Gorgeous” and “Peter”
• May 18 — “Guilty as Sin” and Mashup of “Say Don’t Go/Welcome to New York/Clean”
• May 19 — Mashup of “Message in a Bottle/How You Get the Girl/New Romantics” and “How Did It End?”
• May 24 — Mashup of “Come Back…Be Here/The Way I Loved You/The Other Side of the Door” and Mashup of “Fresh Out the Slammer/High Infidelity”
• May 25 — Mashup of “Now That We Don’t Talk/The Tortured Poets Department” and Mashup of “You’re On Your Own Kid/Long Live”
• May 29 — Mashup of “Sparks Fly/I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)” and Mashup of “I Look in People’s Windows/Snow on the Beach”
• May 30 – Mashup of “Our Song/Jump Then Fall” and “King of My Heart”
• June 2 – Mashup of “The Prophecy/Long Story Short” and Mashup of “Fifteen/You’re On Your Own Kid”
• June 3 – Mashup of “Glitch/Everything Has Changed” and “Chloe or Sam or Sophia or Marcus”
• June 7 – Mashup of “Would’ve Could’ve Should’ve/I Know Places” and Mashup of “‘Tis the Damn Season/Daylight”
• June 8 – Mashup of “The Bolter/Getaway Car” and Mashup of “All of the Girls You’ve Loved Before/Crazier”
• June 9 – Mashup of “It’s Nice to Have a Friend/Dorothea” and Mashup of “Haunted/Exile”
• June 13 – Mashup of “I Can See You/Mine” and Mashup of “Cornelia Street/Maroon”
• June 14 – “This Is What You Came For” and Mashup of “The Great War/You’re Losing Me”
• June 15 – “Carolina/No Body No Crime” and “The Manuscript/Red”
• June 18 – “I Forgot That You Existed/This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things” and “I Hate It Here/The Lakes”
• June 21 – Mashup of “Hits Different/Death By a Thousand Cuts” and “The Black Dog/Come Back…Be Here/Maroon”

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• March 17 — Mirrorball” and “Tim McGraw”
• March 18— “State of Grace” and “This Is Me Trying”
• March 24 — “Our Song” and “Snow on the Beach” 
• March 25 — “Cowboy Like Me” with Marcus Mumford and “White Horse”
• March 31 — “Sad Beautiful Tragic” and “Ours”
• April 1 — “Death by a Thousand Cuts” and “Clean”
• April 2 — “Jump Then Fall” and “The Lucky One”
• April 13 — “Speak Now” and “Treacherous”
• April 14 — “The Great War” with Aaron Dessner and “You’re on Your Own, Kid”
• April 15— “Mad Woman” with Aaron Dessner and “Mean”
• April 21 — “Wonderland” and “You’re Not Sorry”
• April 22— “A Place in This World” and “Today Was a Fairytale” 
• April 23 — “Begin Again” and “Cold as You”
• April 28 — “The Other Side of the Door” and “Coney Island”
• April 29 — “High Infidelity” and “Gorgeous”
• April 30— “I Bet You Think About Me” and “How You Get the Girl”
• May 5 in — “Sparks Fly” +  Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) Album Announcement  and “Teardrops on My Guitar”
• May 6 — “Out of the Woods” and “Fifteen”
• May 7— “Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve” with Aaron Dessner and “Mine”
• May 12 — “Gold Rush” and “Come Back…Be Here”
• May 13 — “Forever & Always” and “This Love”
• May 14 — “Hey Stephen” and “The Best Day”
• May 19  — “Should’ve Said No” and “Better Man” 
• May 20 — “Question…?” and “Invisible” 
• May 21 — “I Think He Knows” and “Red”
• May 26 — “Getaway Car” with Jack Antonoff and “Maroon” 
• May 27 — “Holy Ground” and “False God”
• May 28 — “Welcome to New York” and “Clean”
• June 2 in “I Wish You Would” and “The Lakes”
• June 3 in — “You All Over Me” with Maren Morris and “I Don’t Wanna Live Forever”
• June 4 Chicago, Ill. — “Hits Different” and “The Moment I Knew”
• June 9 — “Haunted” and “I Almost Do”
• June 10 — “All You Had to Do Was Stay” and “Breathe”
• June 16 — “Mr. Perfectly Fine” and “The Last Time”
• June 17 — “Seven” with Aaron Dessner and “The Story of Us”
• June 23 — “Paper Rings” and “If This Was a Movie”
• June 24 — “Dear John” and “Daylight”
• June 30 — “I’m Only Me When I’m With You” and “Evermore”
• July 1— “Ivy” with Aaron Dessner, “I Miss You, I’m Sorry” with Gracie Abrams and “Call It What You Want”
• July 7 — “Never Grow Up” and “When Emma Falls in Love”
• July 8  — “Last Kiss” and “Dorothea”
• July 14 — “Picture to Burn” and “Timeless”
• July 15 — “Starlight” and “Back to December”
• July 22 in — “This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things” and “Everything Has Changed”
• July 23 — “Message in a Bottle” and “Tied Together With a Smile”
• July 28 — “Right Where You Left Me” and “Castles Crumbling”
• July 29 — “Stay Stay Stay” and “All of the Girls You Loved Before”
• August 3 – “I Can See You” and “Maroon”
• August 4 — “Our Song” and “You Are in Love”
• August 5 — “Death By a Thousand Cuts” and “You’re On Your Own Kid”
• August 7 —“Exile” and “Dress”
• August 8 —“I Know Places” and “King of My Heart”
• August 9 — “New Romantics”  + “1989 (Taylor’s Version)”Album Announcement  and “New Year’s Day”

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International Leg 2023

• August 24 — “I Forgot That You Existed” and “Sweet Nothing”
• August 25 — “Tell Me Why” and “Snow on the Beach”
• August 26 — “Cornelia Street” and “You’re on Your Own, Kid”
• August 27 —“Afterglow” and “Maroon”
• November 9 —“The Very First Night” and “Labyrinth”
• November 10 — Cancelled Due to Rain
• November 11 — “End Game” and Mash-Up of “Out of the Woods” & “Is It Over Now?”
• November 12 — “Better Than Revenge” and “Slut!”
• November 17 — “Stay Beautiful” and “Suburban Legends”
• November 19 — “Dancing. With Our Hands Tied” and “Bigger Than the Whole Sky”
• November 20 — “Me!” and “So It Goes”
• Nov. 24 — “Now That We Don’t Talk” and “Innocent”
• Nov. 25— “Safe and Sound” and “Untouchable” 
• Nov. 25 — “Say Don’t Go” and “It’s Time to Go”

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Songs That Haven’t Been Played Yet:

From Taylor Swift (her debut album):

• “Mary’s Song (Oh My My My)”
• “A Perfectly Good Heart”

Fearless (Taylor’s Version)

• “Change”
• “Superstar”
• “We Were Happy”
• “That’s When (feat. Keith Urban)”
• “Don’t You”
• “Bye Bye Baby”

Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)

• “Foolish One”

Red (Taylor’s Version)

• “Girl at Home”
• “Forever Winter”
• “Run (feat. Ed Sheeran)”

1989 (Taylor’s Version)   –  All songs have been played at least once [except for “Sweeter Than Fiction (Taylor’s Version)]

Reputation  – One of two rerecorded albums awaiting release.

• “I Did Something Bad”
• “London Boy”
• “Soon You’ll Get Better (feat. The Chicks)”
• “It’s Nice to Have a Friend”
• “Epiphany”
• “Hoax”
• “Happiness”
• “Long Story Short”
• “Closure”

The Tortured Poets Department

• “So Long London”
• “Florida!!!”
• “I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)”
• “Clara Bow”
• “The Black Dog”
• “imgonnagetyouback”
• The Albatross
• “I Hate It Here”
• “thanK you aIMee”
• “The Prophecy”
• “Cassandra”
• “Peter”
• “Robin”

Grab-bag (songs not attached to specific albums):

• “I Heart ?”
• “Ronan”
• “Only the Young”
• “Renegade”
• “The Alcott”
• “Gasoline”
• “Beautiful Eyes”
• “Beautiful Ghosts”
• “Sweeter Than Fiction”

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