Southampton

Southampton is a vibrant city, situated on the south coast of England, halfway between Portsmouth and Bournemouth. A major port, university city, and incredible hub for the yachting world, Southampton is full of history, but at the same time, a modern, lively place.

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Offering fantastic shopping opportunities, varied nightlife, lots of leisure facilities, plenty of history to explore, and events such as the Southampton Boat Show, all in a charming waterfront setting, Southampton has much to offer visitors.

Outside Southampton, a short drive will bring you to the New Forest, and from the port you can take ferries to the Isle of White, and further afield. The natural harbour in Southampton boasts double tides, making it an excellent docking point for large ships, and Southampton is the home port for many well-known cruise liners, such as the QE2, Oriana, Aurora and Arcadia. Visit the city’s Maritime Museum for a full account of the city’s maritime heritage.

Southampton has been a settlement since Roman and Saxon times. The Roman Ruins can be seen in a suburb called Bitterne Manor. Full of history, as you walk around the town centre you’ll see Bargate, built by the Normans, as was St. Michael’s church, the oldest church in the city. Close to St. Michael’s, you’ll find a fine example of a 16th Century Tudor house, now a museum, complete with banqueting hall and traditional Tudor garden.

Southampton is an exciting city with much for the visitor to explore and discover. With fantastic shopping and wonderful sports and leisure facilities, truly international cuisine in the city’s multitude of restaurants, and theatres and clubs to choose between after nightfall, Southampton is a brilliant holiday or short break destination.

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