Places to visit in Southampton

THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Southampton, Hampshire (2025)

Places to Visit in Southampton

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Top Attractions in Southampton

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Aviation heritage center with interactive displays, including a walk-through of historic flying boats and cockpit tours, highlighting local history and aviation's evolution.
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Interactive maritime museum in a historic courthouse, featuring immersive Titanic exhibits, personal crew stories, and hands-on activities like ship steering and Morse code learning.
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Historic house museum showcasing 800 years of heritage with interactive exhibits, audio tours, and well-maintained gardens. Features engaging displays, including an atmospheric Great Hall.
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Charming theatre in a lively district with brilliant performances and beautiful decor. Enjoy engaging shows with good views and acoustics, set amidst historic ambience.
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Scenic ferry ride featuring comfortable lounges and catering options, ideal for foot passengers. Includes a pet area and provides a convenient connection to a charming island destination.
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Heritage steamship cruise with panoramic views of airshows, including the Red Arrows. Features access to the engine room and historical insights.
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Modern shopping destination featuring an array of retail outlets and eateries, complemented by ample parking. Diverse shopping choices meet various needs in a bustling environment.
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Family-friendly venue known for vibrant sports events and live concerts, with a buzzing atmosphere and commendable views. Highlights include local favorite dishes and an accessible location.
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Industrial history museum centered on brick making, showcasing hands-on activities, a train ride, and a collection of bricks from across the country.
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Historical walk through well-preserved medieval walls and Tudor buildings, with charming old High Street nearby for dining and shopping. Guided tours provide deeper historical insight.
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What travellers are saying

  • Sarah
    Southampton, UK5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I recently took my two boys here, and it was such a brilliant trip down memory lane! We used to visit here all the time when they were younger, and I was pleasantly surprised by how much we all enjoyed it again, even now that they’re not so little anymore. The exhibits are still as engaging as I remember, with plenty to spark curiosity in all of us. It was wonderful to see how the museum has evolved while still holding on to that fun, educational charm. Highly recommend it for anyone, no matter their age! A perfect day out.
    Written 14 February 2025
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  • Sven Ö
    Västerås, Sweden512 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I'm not a Titanic buff, but i found the museum very interesting when it explained very much about the Titanic. The other parts of the museum I didn't spend as much time in, but the Titanic story itself is well worth a visit. That doesn't mean the rest of the museum isn't worth it, but I didn't have more time.
    Written 4 January 2025
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  • Ellen B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We came across the tutor house while exploring and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the experience!!! Very informative!!
    Written 2 February 2025
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  • eddiecott1959
    Chandler’s Ford, UK174 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jack and the bean stalk absolutely brilliant ,what a great performance by them all again laughs an thrills right from the start a great night out again already booked next year a big well done to all involved
    Written 4 January 2025
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  • Wiltshirewall
    Highworth, UK338 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Firstly, Red Funnel Ferries are our preferred method of travelling to the Isle of Wight. My wife has mobility issues, meaning that we have to request authority to stay with our vehicle throughout the crossing. It also means that we need to use the disabled facilities at both Southampton and East Cowes terminals, which are very clean and well maintained. All the customer service staff we dealt with pre-travel were excellent and the staff we encountered on both crossings were also very good. My only gripe, although no doubt made for safety reasons, is that staying with our vehicle does not offer us the same views as open to able bodied passengers.
    Written 17 November 2024
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  • James P
    55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I was there as part of the sea cadets and it was a very interesting experience to go and see the places a typical passenger would be unable to view. We did not sail however I believe it would be pleasant sailing onboard.
    Written 15 November 2024
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  • Millie
    World65 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    West Quay shopping mall is great for all owing to the variety of shops (both designer and highstreet ranging from Zara to Flannels). With two floors of shops and a third floor allocated to a variety of restaurants (inclduing Pizza Express and Nandos), West Quay is a good location for a day out shopping.
    There is lifts, stairs and escalators inside the mall allowing everyone ro access all the amenities.
    The toilets, located on the third and ground floor, are clean and accesible.
    Regarding parking, there is a multi-story that takes you straight into the shopping centre via stairs, escalator and lifts. There is also a flatbed car park which is only a 30 second walk away from the mall's entrance.
    However, the parking is VERY expensive.
    Notably, there is also a street full of shops inlcuding Primark and Urban Outfitters upon exiting the mall at ground level.
    There is also a cinema and an arcade. What is more, IKEA is only a five minute (if that) walk away and the mall overlooks Southampton port.
    Overall, I would reccomend this shopping cnetre owing to its accessibility and range of shops and restaurants.
    Written 20 January 2025
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  • Billy C
    5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very fun day out for the kids! 4 of us did the donuts- staff were good fun and great with the kids… bit of hill climbing to get back at the top which was tiring but you just go up if you wanna go down! Slope is a bit tired and tatty in places but definitely kept the kids smiling, well priced also.

    Parking is a nightmare however- updates are needed on online maps, really eats into your day if you get your parking wrong
    Written 3 February 2025
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  • JollySailor46
    Colombo, Sri Lanka105 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Went to the Newcastle game. first time back since the Dell days and was treated to the Saints Bar lounge. Super efficient hospitality staff, excellent seats and a fine view of the game, our host (Mark Dennis) was great he lifted the audience with his passion and commitment to the cause in a desperate season (that's 6 home losses in a row).
    One downside, the food is rubbish, suggest visitors bring their own doggy bag or a packet of biscuits, get that right Saints and you will have an unbeatable entertainment package.
    Written 27 January 2025
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  • Thomas W
    Southampton, UK7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was really good with cute little pigs and also a play barn for kids!
    And I wish I was there Cute Experience
    Written 9 October 2023
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  • HereBeMonsters
    Southampton, UK124 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    First time ever doing an escape room-type thing, I've never thought I'd enjoy them, but this was really good fun. Not really an "escape" room, but a series of clues you have to decipher to discover who has been sabotaging the Brickworks.
    A really good host who stayed in period character the whole time, a well constructed series of clues that were fun for kids (aged 7 & 10) as well as adults, with some nice surprises along the way. Would definitely recommend.
    Written 5 November 2024
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  • tammyBaltimore_Md
    Baltimore, MD4,381 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting end of town, rich in history, rich in history for sure, can walk along or on top at different areas, easy walkable from cruise port. Definitely worth a look & explore around it.
    Written 8 December 2023
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