Tudor House and Garden

The magnificent Tudor house in St. Michael's Square was built in the late 15th century for a wealthy merchant family. Now a museum, it displays exhibits from the Victorian and Edwardian eras, as well as periodic exhibitions encompassing more than 900 years of local history. Visitors can use free audio guides while enjoying the reconstructed kitchens and numerous artifacts, including Georgian and Victorian jewelry, and archaeological finds from the medieval and Tudor periods. A shop and café are located on the premises, and regular events and learning opportunities are available for visitors to participate in (check the attraction's website for details).

Beaulieu & the National Motor Museum

An easy 14-mile journey southwest of Southampton through parts of the New Forest, the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu is one of the world's largest museums dedicated to the automobile. Its many exhibits include the official collection of original James Bond vehicles, as well as other famous movie cars, including the flying Ford Anglia from Harry Potter, as well as the homemade cars constructed for the Top Gear TV series Also of note is the fantastic Palace House and Gardens. Formerly the 13th-century Great Gatehouse of Beaulieu Abbey, it's a delight to explore for its immaculate spreading lawns and walkways overlooking the Beaulieu River. There's also the opportunity to ride the attraction's monorail and vintage buses.

Medieval City Walls

The third longest unbroken stretch of city wall in Britain are stemmed from the Western Esplanade, also the site of Wind Whistle Tower. Follow the walls south to the amazing Mayflower Park, which lies directly opposite the Mayflower Memorial to the Pilgrim Fathers, and the classic Wool House, an old 14th-century warehouse. There is a variety of fun guided walking tours of the old walls and medieval vaults as well. Or you could do an easy-to-follow self-guided tour, with maps available from the Tudor House shop.

SeaCity Museum

Want a sneak peak in the intense and rich marine time history of the British? Then plan a sunny day at the classic SeCity Museum. The Museum constitutes an interesting selection of some 3,500 works, including old masters and English artists from 1750 to present day time, as well as some stunning collections of ceramics. Food and shopping facilities are also available here. A perfect place to rejuvenate your spirits.

Titanic Trail

Haven't heard of the legendary Titanic? You've got to be living in a cave then! The iconic Titanic departed for New York from Southampton itself. To know the connections between the doomed ship and this beautiful city is by taking an informative Titanic trail. You will find maps, tours, and even museums- Titanic Engineers' Memorial in East Park and Titanic Musicians' Memorial, dedicated to the ship's musicians. The informative journey is fun as well as educational. Highly recommended if you are planning to spend some quality time with your family.

Solent Sky

Lying peacefully on Albert Road South in Royal Crescent is this beautiful place that marks itself as Southampton's hidden treasures. It is the home to a fantastic collection of models and photographs, as well as a number of magnificent flying machines, that speak loudly of Southampton's aviation heritage. This place is famous for its experimental and development work between 1908 and the late 1960s, the most famous being the iconic Spitfire. You will find remarkable showpieces of the museum- the giant Sandringham flying boat and even the Supermarine racing seaplane that won the Schneider Trophy in the early 1930s.

Stonehenge

This prehistoric landmark graces the terrain of Wilshire, lying at a distance of just 87.8 miles from London. The landmark is made up of large 13 feet high stones standing high; they're about 7 feet wide and weigh around 25 tons. It was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1986. The landmark is more than just a landmark. It is a British cultural icon. You ought to visit Stonehenge whenever you are in London. Don’t forget to take a few selfies and flaunt them in front of your friends.

Isle of Wight

The largest and second most populous island in England lies at a close proximity of just 20 miles from the heart of Southampton. Dinosaur remains, music shows, beach cuts, and never ending fun, this island is a paradise for the ones on a vacation. You ought to extend your trip and visit the beautiful Isle of Wight. It promises to make your jaw drop.

Portsmouth

About 20 miles away from the city of Southampton lies the incredible Portsmouth. It is known to be the home to the Royal navy. You will often see a fleet of ships parked around and hearty smiles from sailors. It consists of two thirds of the UK's surface fleet. The calm, composed place with its cheerful crowd will welcome you whole-heartedly. A must visit whenever you are in Southampton.

Winchester

Be it Civil War sites or Iron Age forts, the charming city of Winchester has a lot to offer to her visitors. The medieval city lies at the edge of England’s South Downs National Park and is rich in heritage and culture. The gothic environment and contemporary touch of the modern age mix perfectly over the city. A must visit if you want a break from the loud hubbub of the city life and want to escape in a serene atmosphere.

Salisbury

Situated at the confluence of Avon, Naddar, and Bourne, the beautiful city of Salisbury lies at a stretch of just 23.6 miles from Southampton. It is very popular for its famous Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The picturesque city has a tranquil and soothing air to it all the time. Do not forget to check out this place whenever in Southampton.

New Forest

From the time of William the Conqueror's 'new hunting forest', this place has been talked about every now and then. Especially popular among the locals, New Forest has a unique charm to itself. The municipality leaves you in awe because of its simplicity and visual delights it has to serve. It lies at a distance of just 12 miles from the heart of Southampton so you could consider making a short trip to this lovely place.