Attractions, Things To Do & Days Out in Hampshire

A perfect mix of old and new, Hampshire is home to the ancient capital of England, the historic New Forest and vibrant cities.

If you’re looking for exciting attractions, things to do and days out, Hampshire is great for couples. Once the inspiration for literary greats such as Jane Austen and Arthur Conan Doyle, Hampshire offers visitors stunning countryside and quaint towns, alongside vibrant cities and unspoilt shorelines.  

Here is a selection of attractions and things to do, perfect for days out in Hampshire.

Portsmouth

Imgae of the historic ship HMS Victory

There’s so much on offer when you are in Portsmouth, Hampshire - shopping at Gunwharf Quays, the iconic Spinnaker Tower, HMS Warrior 1860 and the other ships in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard  - and of course the sea.

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Winchester

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The ancient capital of England, Winchester is famed for its links with King Arthur's legendary Round Table. This unspoilt cathedral city offers great shopping for visitors as well as unique history.

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RN Submarine Museum

At the Royal Navy Submarine Museum let former submariners walk you through where they would work, eat and sleep onboard HMS Alliance. Peer into the only surviving X-craft to have seen action during WW2 and climb inside the Royal Navy's first submarine Holland 1.

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Watercress Line

Take a romantic steam journey with the Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’, running through some of Hampshire’s most beautiful countryside between Alresford and Alton stations.

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New Forest

Image of some ponies in the New Forest

Arguable one of the most famous areas of the South East, the New Forest National Park is home to beautiful towns, stunning gardens, great attractions and of course the New Forest ponies.

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West Quay

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Southampton is one of the top shopping destinations in Hampshire thanks to West Quay Shopping Centre. Boasting over 90 shops over three levels, West Quay is a haven for shopaholics.

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