Best Things To Do in Southampton, United Kingdom

  1. Eling Tide Mill

    4.3 (57 Votes)
    Eling Tide Mill
    A 900 year old mechanism still kept intact, The Eling Tide Mill is one of the only two remaining operating mills, the other one being in Suffolk. Running for at least 5 to 7 hours daily the mill has two independent waterwheels. While one is used for the production of flour the other one is used only for exhibitory purposes. An interesting place to visit for both adults and children and witness ...Read more
  2. Children's Pleasure Park

    Park, Entertainment

    A fun little place for children with over 20 rides located in the Children’s Pleasure Park located in Basset Sports centre. The rides are safe and fun for children and they include: Trampolines Roundabout Snake Slides Chair o’ Planes Aqua Blasta And many more. Other than this there is a picnic area and even a refreshments sections. They also manage birthday parties and other event...Read more
  3. The Hobbit Pub

    4.5 (12 Votes)
    The Hobbit Pub

    Pubs, Entertainment, Nightlife, Nightclub

    A fun pub located in Bevois valley The Hobbit Pub brings alive the world of J.R.R Tolkien’s famous novel’ The Hobbit’ and ‘The Lord of The Rings’. In here drinks are named after the characters that appear in the book. They also have their own brand of cocktails which they serve along superb food. They have their merchandise shop from where you can buy souvenirs and...Read more
  4. The Talking Heads

    4.4 (16 Votes)
    The Talking Heads

    Food And Drinks, Nightlife

    When it comes to nightlife The Talking Heads is considered as the musical mecca of Hampshire. Although a small set up it is known for awesome gigs. The place serves brilliant food and drinks in cheap prices with a beautiful ambience. It is only after 2012 the pub started featuring music bands and since its inception the place has become even livelier.
  5. Medieval Merchant's House  Image
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    As the name suggests the house was built by a merchant named John Fortin in 1290. Since then it has been used for various purposes over the years. Sometimes as a store room, sometimes as a parlour and even as brothel during the WWI. The house underwent great damage during the Blitz bombing. It was later rebuilt in the same way as it looked before. Today it’s scheduled tourist attraction a...Read more
  6. Ymca Family Park And Campsite

    Park, Cafe

    The YMCA Family Park near Fairthorne Manor is a wonderful place for camping. Equipped with shower and toilet facilities the site has space for about 60 pitches. It also includes Café’s and shops for essential camping supplies. Pitch BBQ and campfire site. Children’s activities and sports equipment. Give yourself a chance to sing songs and tell stories around the campfire, e...Read more
  7. Palmerston Park

    Park, Entertainment

    The most visited park in the city since its close proximity to Above Bar Street which is quite a populous street. Adorned with a lot of trees and flowers, the park also has a seven feet statue of former Prime Minister the 3rd Viscount Palmerston ; hence the name. It was erected in June 2nd 1869. A nice, calm, green and serene park perfect for a leisurely stroll.
  8. John Hansard Gallery

    4.4 (12 Votes)
    John Hansard Gallery

    Art And Culture, Art Gallery, Educational Site, Exhibition

    John Hansard Gallery is located inside the campus of University of Southampton. One of Southampton’s leading contemporary art galleries, the John Hansard Gallery is one of a kind. Their motto is to make the contemporary art available to the world through various outreach methods. They range from research, publications, exhibitions, off-site projects and other educational outreach programm...Read more
  9. High Street

    Walking Area, Streets

    Located in the Old Town the high Street was and still is one of the prime shopping centres of Southampton. Once populated with merchants selling their goods, today the street is adorned with cafes, restaurants, furniture shops, clothes shops, accessory shops and much more. A fine place to spend shopping or even be it a leisurely stroll.
  10. Bedford Place

    Walking Area, Streets

    Bedford Place is a beautiful street in the heart of Southampton that still resembles an Old era. Although the street is adorned with numerous shops, café, restaurants and small independent businesses it is quite notably known for the Vintage Family Festival that happens on June 22nd. The street party is organized and managed by local traders and merchants. The entire street looks like as...Read more
  11. Southampton Airport Image
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    Southampton Airport is an international airport located in Eastleigh, Hampshire, England, about 4 miles (6.4 km) north-northwest of Southampton. It is owned and operated by AGS Airports which also owns and operates Aberdeen and Glasgow Airports. The airport is situated on the former site of RAF Eastleigh.The airport is a base for Flybe, Eastern Airways and Blue Islands. It also serves as a dive...Read more
  12. The Titanic Museum Southampton Image
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    The Titanic Museum Southampton was founded in 2012 by the late John Joslyn, a Titanic enthusiast and collector. The museum was created to commemorate the centenary of the sinking of the Titanic and to provide a permanent home for the artifacts and memorabilia associated with the ship. The museum is located in the heart of Southampton, the city from which the Titanic departed on its fateful voya...Read more
  13. Tropi-Quaria Image
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    The zoo Tropi-Quaria, located in Southampton, United Kingdom, was started in 1984 by a local businessman named John Mace. Mace had a passion for exotic animals and wanted to create a place where people could learn about and interact with them.The zoo was originally called "Tropical World" and was located in a small building in the city center. It quickly gained popularity and expanded to includ...Read more
  14. Weston Library, Southampton, United Kingdom Image
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    The Weston Library, also known as the Southampton Central Library, was established in 1861. It was originally located in the old town hall building on Above Bar Street in Southampton, United Kingdom. The library was established to provide free access to books and resources for the local community.In 1928, the library moved to its current location on Civic Centre Road, where it was renamed the C...Read more
  15. The R J Mitchell Memorial Museum Image
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    The R J Mitchell Memorial Museum was established in 1996 to commemorate the life and work of Reginald Joseph Mitchell CBE, the designer of the Spitfire aircraft. The museum was founded by the late Dr. Peter J. Jacobs, a local historian and aviation enthusiast, who wanted to ensure that the legacy of Mitchell and the Spitfire was remembered and celebrated. The museum is located in the former Sou...Read more