Tired of the same old tourist traps? UK Hidden Gems is your ultimate guide to the most breathtaking, lesser-known places across the UK; from secret beaches and hidden waterfalls to magical forests and quirky staycations.
- Explore 1,600+ Hidden Gems
Zoom in on the interactive map to uncover handpicked hidden spots across the UK. See images, quick descriptions, and open directions straight into Apple/Google Maps with one tap.
- Eat Like a Local
Find over 3,200 cafes, pubs, and restaurants near each gem; from cozy post-hike pubs to hidden fine dining spots.
- Find Parking, Fast
Over 9,000 parking locations, including overnight and daytime options plus their parking fee (if there is one!). No more circling the block.
- Stay Somewhere Unique
Sleep in style close to hidden gems with 1,600+ staycations; think treehouses, shepherd huts, cabins, and cottages in the heart of nature.
- Save Time With Our Itineraries:
We have created 10+ ready-to-use 5 day itineraries expertly designed for National Parks, coastlines, countryside escapes and more.
- Search & Discover
Looking for something specific? Search by town, landmark, or even category (like waterfalls, castles, or secluded beaches).
- What’s Near Me?
Find hidden gems right around the corner; complete with distance from your current location.
- Plan Your Adventure
Save your must-see spots to your personal Bucket List and tick them off as you go. Each visit gets recorded with the date so you can track your journeys.
- Earn Explorer Badges
Get rewarded for your curiosity! Earn Bronze to Platinum badges as you visit more gems and explore different categories.
- Be the First to Know
Subscribers get early access to 20 new gems every month, before they go live to our 3.5+ million social media followers.
- Accessible Adventures
Look for child-friendly and disabled-friendly tags on selected gems. (Always double-check accessibility based on your needs.)
- Start Free – Explore 100 Hidden Gems Today
Try our 100 free gems before unlocking full access. Whether you want to escape the crowds or discover a waterfall all to yourself, UK Hidden Gems helps you explore the UK like never before.
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I like the app and have paid for a subscriptions (not sure how long I’ll keep it but is good for inspo). The main thing missing is the ability to put your bucket list on a map. I want to plan trips so it would be good to see where the items I’ve saved are so I can choose trip locations accordingly. Some more detail on the items would also be very useful. You have a disability badge on some of your listings but there are some listings that I know to be accessible from my own experience that you have not marked. Additionally, it would be really good to see an accessibility score rather than just a yes or no. Not all disabled people are wheelchair users. Some of us may be fine to walk on uneven surfaces but are limited on how far/steep we can travel. It would be good to know at a glance if a gem was at the end of a hike or a five minute walk away from a car park.
Nice idea, but overpriced
richthescientist
I like the idea and presentation of the app having seen clips on Instagram. But I can’t understand the £30 a year subscription valuation at all. There are no extra details about each place (where to park, tips, walks, history etc), pretty much just a photo and a link for Apple Maps. For reference that is more than the cost of the feature packed OS Maps app. I deleted the app after an hour. Personally I would only consider subscribing if there was a large amount more detail on each location, or if the price was about £10 per year.
Developer Response
Hello Rich, thank you for your feedback. It's worth noting there is also a monthly subscription (£3.99, cheaper than a Costa Coffee!) which users can view the map. Thank you for your suggestions too as we are always looking to improve and make it better.
it didn’t live up to the expectations set by the advertising.
DEVIN_LTD
I came across the ads online and decided to give the app a try. I downloaded it and even paid for the subscription, but to be honest, it didn’t live up to the expectations set by the advertising.There aren’t enough places listed, especially in the Midlands, and most locations only have a single image, which isn’t very helpful. It feels like the app is still missing a lot of the “gems” it promises.In comparison, I’ve found Atlas Obscura (a free app) to offer a much wider range of interesting places to explore.Sadly, I’ve had to cancel my subscription for now. I hope future updates bring more content and improvements—there’s potential here, but it needs more work.
Subscription
Yxtduvid
Seems like a great app and very convenient to have it in one place but you can only access 100 walks unless you subscribe. I understand 3.99 a month isn’t extortionate but it just seems unnecessary. I deleted the app as soon as I realised we only have 100 walks. Reading the reviews, many people say the same. I wonder if there is a way for you guys to get around this subscription as I feel there would be many more frequent users, if so.
Save Time With Our Itineraries:
We have created 10+ ready-to-use 5 day itineraries expertly designed for National Parks, coastlines, countryside escapes and more.
Version 4.0
The developer, UK Hidden Gems Limited, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
Location
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Accessibility
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Information
Provider
UK Hidden Gems Limited
Size
99.2 MB
Category
Travel
Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.4 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 16.4 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 13.3 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
