Guidebook for Southampton
Food Scene
Turtle Bay Southampton
1 Guildhall SquareLove the food. The service is good too.
Beautiful old public house built in 1755. Super food, staff and a lovely atmosphere.
48 locals recommend
The Wykeham Arms
75 Kingsgate StBeautiful old public house built in 1755. Super food, staff and a lovely atmosphere.
Less than 10 min walk, very popular, especially on a Friday or Saturday night. Clubs, Bars, cafes and restaurants which cater for most tastes. Small supermarket and many other small independent shops.
14 locals recommend
Bedford Place
Bedford PlaceLess than 10 min walk, very popular, especially on a Friday or Saturday night. Clubs, Bars, cafes and restaurants which cater for most tastes. Small supermarket and many other small independent shops.
If you are looking for a full English Breakfast this is the place to go according to the Trip Advisor. Apparently it can get very busy at weekends with queues outside so might be worth booking.
6 locals recommend
Halladays Tea Rooms
6 Bedford PlIf you are looking for a full English Breakfast this is the place to go according to the Trip Advisor. Apparently it can get very busy at weekends with queues outside so might be worth booking.
Lakaz Maman
22 Bedford PlDelicious food. Excellent staff
Drinks & Nightlife
Mango Thai Tapas Bar & Restaurant – Portswood
27 Portswood RdLovely food and service.
Parks & Nature
I enjoy walking around the common, having a picnic or BBq in the summer, taking the granddaughter to the park and paddling pool, often ending up going for a drink/food at the Cowherds
52 locals recommend
Southampton Common
The AvenueI enjoy walking around the common, having a picnic or BBq in the summer, taking the granddaughter to the park and paddling pool, often ending up going for a drink/food at the Cowherds
Everything Else
Mayflower Theatre
22-26 Commercial RdWest End shows to pantomimes in this lovely old Theatre.
My second home!! A lovely way to spend a day. John Lewis, M and S, Victoria's Secret, Schuh, Office etc etc and Restaurants.
61 locals recommend
West Quay Shopping Centre
My second home!! A lovely way to spend a day. John Lewis, M and S, Victoria's Secret, Schuh, Office etc etc and Restaurants.
Beautiful, quaint and historical city. So much to see, the Cathedral is well worth visit. The Christmas market and outdoor skate rink is pretty special. Lovely small independent shops and cafes.
237 locals recommend
Winchester
Beautiful, quaint and historical city. So much to see, the Cathedral is well worth visit. The Christmas market and outdoor skate rink is pretty special. Lovely small independent shops and cafes.
Unique. Approx an hour away Beautiful beaches, independent shops, cafes and restaurants galore. Many places to go and things to do. The Royal Pavilion and the Pier are just 2 places I would recommend.
339 locals recommend
Brighton
Unique. Approx an hour away Beautiful beaches, independent shops, cafes and restaurants galore. Many places to go and things to do. The Royal Pavilion and the Pier are just 2 places I would recommend.
A place with many fond memories holidaying there as a child. A car can be taken across on the ferry, if on foot, you can catch a bus or train to your destination or have a round the island coach trip.
55 locals recommend
Isle of Wight
A place with many fond memories holidaying there as a child. A car can be taken across on the ferry, if on foot, you can catch a bus or train to your destination or have a round the island coach trip.
Entertainment & Activities
The home of Peppa Pig. The kids love it. Rides for all ages. Food pricey, so suggest taking your own.
360 locals recommend
Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
The home of Peppa Pig. The kids love it. Rides for all ages. Food pricey, so suggest taking your own.
Sightseeing
A great day out. The monorail is a hit with the kids. Not overly expensive either.
Beaulieu has a lovely little village too.
7 locals recommend
National Motor Museum station
A great day out. The monorail is a hit with the kids. Not overly expensive either.
Beaulieu has a lovely little village too.
Arts & Culture
Reasonable entrance price. Lots of interesting exhibits and a range of aircraft.
17 locals recommend
Solent Sky Museum
Albert Road SouthReasonable entrance price. Lots of interesting exhibits and a range of aircraft.
SeaCity Museum
Havelock RoadWell worth a visit