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Attractions in Southampton
Titanic Trail Southampton will always be associated with the ill-fated liner RMS Titanic which set sail from these waters in 1912. The tourist board have devised a walk with an accompanying book around the various memorial and related points of interest of this tragic story. Phone: +44 (0)23 8083 3333
Solent Sky Aviation Museum The Southampton Hall of Aviation (Solent Sky) depicts the history of aviation in the Solent area with a collection of authentic aircraft. Address: Albert Road South Phone: +44 (0)23 8063 5830
Southampton Maritime Museum The museum is housed in Southampton's oldest building, the medieval Wool House. The collection features large model ships as well as a large number of items relating to the Titanic disaster. Address: Town Quay Road Phone: +44 (0)23 8022 3941
Museum Of Archaeology This excellent museum is home to one of the most outstanding collections in England. The museum displays artifacts from prehistoric, Roman, Saxon and medieval Southampton. Address: God's House Tower, Town Quay Phone: +44 (0)23 8063 5904
Southampton City Art Gallery The city gallery that's home to some of the worlds most famous painters and sculpture's. Those on display include Turner, Monet, Renoir, Degas and Rodin all sharing gallery space with contemporary British art travelling exhibitions. Address: Civic Centre, Commercial Road Phone: +44 (0)23 8083 2277
Open Top Bus Tour A fascinating, one hour tour of Southampton. This is the only way members of the public can gain access to the secure docks and includes visits to RMS Titanic's berth and some of the historic buildings that have made Southampton famous. Phone: +44 (0)23 8061 8233
Day Trip To The Isle Of Wight A short journey from Southampton's Town Quay to this popular holiday island. There are a host of attractions once there. The scenery boasts of contrasts with open down land, woods and forests, wide sandy beaches and chalk cliffs. Phone: +44 (0)87 0444 8898
Bike The Tracks Of New Forest A 12 minute river crossing from Southampton brings you to the picturesque harbour town of Hythe from where your choice of bike can be collected. You are then free to explore the New Forest with its beautiful scenery, historic castles and famous sea views. Phone: +44 (0)23 8084 0765
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