Southampton Weekends and breaks
Southampton is best known for its busy port, but nowadays it offers fabulous weekend breaks too. Whether you're new or a super experienced sailor, Southampton will offer the perfect experience. With the city packed full of restaurants, bars and homely pubs, you can be sure that you won't go hungry!
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Why Have A Weekend In Southampton?
From the pomp and ceremony of the maritime heritage, to towering world-class visitor attractions, museums and galleries, unique shopping destinations, great places to eat and miles of beautiful waterfront, Southampton offers something for absolutely everyone. Enjoy an irresistible mix of heritage, specialist shopping for the hen weekend, lively arts, great restaurants and bars and a programme of year round events. If you're planning a weekend, you must make sure to pay a visit to Ocean Village!
Key Events
May: Common People Festival
May: Southampton Sailing Week
June: Southampton Beer Festival
July: Lets Rock Southampton
Travel
Daily Bus Ticket: £3.50
Daily Parking Price: £20
Uber Is Available
Walkable In Heels
Did You Know
The RMS Titanic departed from Southampton
The Spitfire's maiden voyage was from Southampton
Southampton was the first UK town to try fish fingers.
Jane Austen lived in Southampton for approx. 2 years
Best Place For A Beverage
Average Pint: £3.30
The Dolphin Pub
The Hobbit
The Rockstone
Southampton is one of our most popular destinations in the UK, and it's no wonder why! In the past 17+ years, we've seen thousands of people venture into the harbour town and come out the other end with nothing but smiles, a minuscule sun tan and a few sore heads...