# 16 Family days out in Southampton (2026)

> 16 family days out in Southampton, best reviewed first — including Southampton Common. Ratings, locations and details.

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16 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 1 September 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All attractions and things to do in Southampton](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions)

[Families 17](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/family-friendly) [Dog-friendly 8](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/dog-friendly)

[Southampton Southampton Common ★ 4.6 (6,121) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/southampton-common) [Southampton Showcase Cinema de Lux Southampton ★ 4.6 (4,914) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/showcase-cinema-de-lux-southampton) [Southampton New Forest Wildlife Park ★ 4.5 (4,291) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/new-forest-wildlife-park) [Southampton SeaCity Museum ★ 4.4 (4,374) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/seacity-museum) [Southampton Solent Sky Museum ★ 4.7 (1,765) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/solent-sky-museum) [Southampton Itchen Valley Country Park ★ 4.5 (2,360) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/itchen-valley-country-park) [Southampton Manor Farm and Country Park ★ 4.5 (1,761) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/manor-farm-and-country-park) [Southampton Tudor House and Garden ★ 4.5 (1,548) Step back in time at this fascinating historic home on Bugle Street, where period rooms and a beautiful recreated garden bring centuries of family life vividly to life.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/tudor-house-and-garden) [Southampton Boulder Shack Climbing Gym ★ 4.8 (957) Scale indoor climbing walls at this family-friendly gym with onsite parking, restaurant and picnic areas. Fully accessible with baby-changing facilities and wheelchair-friendly routes for all abilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/boulder-shack-climbing-gym) [Southampton High Score Arcades Southampton ★ 4.7 (638) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/high-score-arcades-southampton) [Southampton Monkey Bizness Southampton ★ 4.3 (1,019) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/monkey-bizness-southampton) [Southampton Solent Breezes Beach ★ 4.1 (683) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/solent-breezes-beach) [Southampton Jungle Jeans ★ 4.2 (571) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/jungle-jeans) [Southampton Jumpin Jax Soft Play and Party ★ 4.1 (464) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/jumpin-jax-soft-play-and-party) [Southampton Calshot Beach ★ 4.8 (12) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/calshot-beach) [Southampton Historic Southampton Guided Walks ★ 5.0 (6) 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.](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/attractions/historic-southampton-guided-walks)

## Quick answers

How many family days out are there in Southampton?+

We list 16 in Southampton. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family days out in Southampton are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Southampton Common (4.6/5, 6,121 reviews), Showcase Cinema de Lux Southampton (4.6/5, 4,914 reviews) and New Forest Wildlife Park (4.5/5, 4,291 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.