Things to Do in Southampton

⭐ 4.8

Beaches & Coastline

Calshot Beach

This shingle beach on Hampshire's coast offers wheelchair-friendly access and welcomes families who want to bring their own picnic for a fun day by the water.

⭐ 4.7

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Go Ape Southampton

Challenge your family to an adventure through the treetops at this exciting high ropes course in Itchen Valley Country Park, complete with thrilling zip wire finish. Perfect for active kids seeking aerial excitement.

⭐ 4.7

Arcades & Gaming

High Score Arcades Southampton

Step into a nostalgic world of classic and modern arcade games at this Southampton gaming hotspot, where families can enjoy pushchair-friendly spaces and baby changing facilities.

⭐ 4.7

Museums & Galleries

Solent Sky Museum

Explore Southampton's remarkable flying heritage through vintage aircraft displays and learn about the local seaplane industry that once thrived along this coastal city's waterfront.

⭐ 4.6

Cinema & Theatre

Showcase Cinema de Lux Southampton

Catch the latest blockbusters on one of ten screens at this modern multiplex in Westquay South, offering cinema snacks, accessible facilities and convenient parking for memorable family movie outings.

⭐ 4.6

Parks & Play Areas

Southampton Common

This expansive green space offers adventure playgrounds and wildlife spotting opportunities for active families, with parking, toilets and refreshments available onsite for a full day out.

⭐ 4.5

Parks & Play Areas

Itchen Valley Country Park

This award-winning 440-acre country park offers scenic walking trails, woodland habitats and meadows to discover, with a restaurant, parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout.

⭐ 4.5

Farm Parks

Manor Farm and Country Park

Step back in time to discover heritage buildings and working equipment, then wander through beautiful woodland trails at this accessible Southampton country park with farmyard animals and picnic areas.

⭐ 4.5

Zoos & Animal Parks

New Forest Wildlife Park

Follow scenic woodland paths to observe native British wildlife thriving in natural forest habitats at this family-friendly park near Southampton, complete with restaurant and picnic areas.

⭐ 4.4

Museums & Galleries

SeaCity Museum

Explore Southampton's deep connection to the Titanic disaster through compelling exhibits and heartfelt testimonies from residents whose lives were forever changed by the 1912 maritime tragedy.

⭐ 4.3

Skiing & Snowboarding

Alpine Snowsports Centre Southampton

Experience the thrill of winter sports year-round at this Southampton dry ski slope, offering coaching for all abilities from age 4, plus an onsite restaurant and wheelchair access.

⭐ 4.3

Indoor Soft Play

Monkey Bizness Southampton

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue features climbing frames and activities for children, plus an onsite restaurant and baby changing rooms. Free parking and accessible facilities make it ideal for families.

⭐ 4.2

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Southampton

Strike up family fun at Westquay South with bowling lanes, arcade entertainment and delicious dining all under one roof, plus full accessibility and onsite parking for a hassle-free day out.

⭐ 4.2

Indoor Soft Play

Jungle Jeans

Kids aged 0-12 can climb and explore exciting play equipment while grown-ups enjoy refreshments at the café. Parking available, with snacks and meals served onsite.

⭐ 4.2

Indoor Soft Play

Play Shack

Let little ones burn off energy at this Hedge End soft play venue featuring climbing frames and slides, plus an onsite café serving Costa coffee and snacks for parents.

⭐ 4.2

Adventure & Activity Centres

The Outdoor Sports Centre

Active families can enjoy climbing walls, multi-sport pitches and more at this well-equipped Southampton venue with onsite dining, parking and wheelchair access.

⭐ 4.1

Indoor Soft Play

Jumpin Jax Soft Play and Party

Southampton's energetic indoor activity centre delivers endless fun for youngsters with exciting play zones, refreshments on-site, and baby changing rooms for little ones.

⭐ 4.1

Beaches & Coastline

Solent Breezes Beach

This Hampshire shingle shore offers a welcoming spot for young children to paddle and play, with wheelchair access and space to enjoy your own packed lunch by the water.

⭐ 3.7

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Applemore PlayZone

A family-friendly leisure venue in Dibden offering facilities that include onsite parking, toilets and baby changing rooms, plus the option to bring your own picnic for a fun day out.

⭐ 3.7

Bowling Alleys

Tenpin Southampton

Strike up fun at this lively entertainment venue offering bowling lanes, arcade games and laser tag action, plus an onsite restaurant to refuel hungry families between activities.

⭐ 3.6

Swimming & Leisure Centres

The Quays Swimming and Diving Centre

Southampton's premier aquatic facility boasts outstanding diving boards alongside welcoming family swim sessions, all within fully accessible, pushchair-friendly premises complete with refreshments.

⭐ 3.4

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Flip Out Southampton

Bounce into action at this dynamic trampoline venue featuring exciting zones for all ages, plus an onsite café and special sessions for tiny jumpers under five.

⭐ 1.5

Live Events & Concerts

Hive Family Festival

An inclusive family-friendly festival at Fairthorne Manor featuring full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, with baby changing facilities available for visitors with young children.

🎟️Boat Tours & Cruises

Historic Southampton Guided Walks ⭐ 5.0

Boat Tours & Cruises

Historic Southampton Guided Walks

Explore Southampton's fascinating heritage on foot with expert-led walking tours departing from the iconic Bargate Monument, perfect for families wanting to discover the city's rich maritime history together.