Hull, UK

Kingston upon Hull, commonly known as Hull, is a port city in East Yorkshire, England, home to roughly 260,000 residents where the River Hull joins the Humber Estuary. Founded in the late 12th century by monks of Meaux Abbey and chartered in 1299 by King Edward I, the city has a long maritime and fishing heritage. The Old Town retains cobblestone lanes, historic pubs, and the 18th-century Wilberforce House, birthplace of abolitionist William Wilberforce. Positioned along the waterfront, The Deep aquarium houses over 5,000 marine creatures in a distinctive submarium structure designed by Sir Terry Farrell. Visitors stroll around the Marina, cross the Scale Lane pedestrian swing bridge, and explore free municipal museum collections.