My hometown. Not glamorous but it has its moments.
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Drink
The Hobbit Pub
Lords of the Rings themed pub, very cool.
The Joiners
Famous music venue.
Spots
Guildhall Square
Next level people watching spot. Peaceful flatground skateboarding all day long.
John Hansard Gallery
Free modern art gallery. Rotates exhibitions frequently and have seen some cool, very random things here.
Southampton City Art Gallery
Another free art gallery with a good library for study attached.
Mayflower Park
Nice park with view of the Solent and usually a massive cruise ship too.
Southampton Common
Genuinely impressive park for its size and central location.
Lords Wood
Good walks here.
New Forest
Nearby national park with wild horses.
Beatnik Emporium
Reasonably priced vintage clothing. Good variety and selection.
Ocean Village
Nice area to walk around.
Vinilo Record Store
Fancy record store.
Daytrips
New Forest
Wild horses!
Portsmouth
Not supposed to recommend but its actually not that bad :)
Winchester
A really charming city steeped in history. Cathedral green is amazing in summer.
Lepe
Good walking and some fresh air.
Bournemouth Beach
Closest proper beach. 40 minute train and a short walk from Southampton Central.