The UK has many beautiful towns and cities worth seeing, whether you are looking for a weekend in the countryside or to relax on a beach.
New research has found the three most popular places to enjoy "hidden gem attractions" across the country.
The winning three spots to visit were Coventry, Belfast and Edinburgh, according to research by Bounce.
This looked at the percentage of attractions classed as "hidden gems" on Tripadvisor.
Edinburgh made it on to the list
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Rank | City | Total Attractions | Hidden Gems | Hidden Gems Percentage |
1 | Coventry | 193 | 19 | 9.84% |
2 | Belfast | 734 | 45 | 6.13% |
3 | Edinburgh | 1,838 | 98 | 5.33% |
4 | Stoke-on-Trent | 267 | 14 | 5.24% |
5 | Southampton | 385 | 20 | 5.19% |
6 | Birmingham | 943 | 47 | 4.98% |
7 | Middlesbrough | 106 | 5 | 4.72% |
8 | London | 9,187 | 431 | 4.69% |
9 | Nottingham | 583 | 27 | 4.63% |
10 | Newcastle upon Tyne | 664 | 30 | 4.52% |
London has the most hidden gems but it has a substantially higher number of attractions in total, meaning the percentage is low.
Coventry was in the number one position and it is a city full of history and things to do and see. The research stated: "Coventry has the highest percentage of attractions in UK cities, at 9.84 per cent.
"Coventry is home to 193 attractions, 19 of which are classed as hidden gems on TripAdvisor. The highest-rated hidden gem attraction in Coventry is the Coventry Music Museum.
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"The Coventry Music Museum celebrates music from Coventry and Warwickshire in all its forms, going back to the Roman occupation. The most famous bands from Coventry include The Specials and The Selecter."
Visit Coventry added: "Get ready to be charmed by our amazing city centre, and its leafy surrounding Warwickshire countryside.
"Explore our city and uncover a place of bold innovation, lively culture and powerful history. From stunning architecture and creativity to fascinating stories of days gone by, there are opportunities for adventure at every turn, with must-visit attractions and sensational experiences aplenty."
