There are so many great things that happen in the great city of Southampton. It is home to one of the best universities in the world offering quality education and producing mighty scholars every graduation. On the other hand, this great city in England is also home to one of the best football clubs in the premier league. Did you also know Southampton is a great tourist destination?
The town is served by Southampton airport located about 6.5km away. It ushers both local and international tourists in the peak season and provides cheap car hire services at the airport. To make it easy to get your car hire faster, try and make your bookings online and you can pay before or after you get your car. Booking online speeds up the processing and receiving of your car.
Things to do in Southampton
Southampton has grown over the years and has preserved some of its past which is today’s tourist attractions. Additionally, there are other sceneries within the city which have been catapulted by modernity.
- The Holyrood church - this is one of the oldest churches in England, forming part of the five that served the area back in the 13 century. During an attack in 1940, the church was destroyed by the blast of an enemy bomb. Today the ruins stand still stand dignified for any interested tourist to sightsee.
- New Forest Wildlife Park - there is so much to see in this park. Besides the refreshing nature walk in the morning or evening, there are so many species of animals to see among them foxes, deer, owls, wild cats or otters. This will be a great place to spend with your family members.
- The City Gallery - to locate this gallery, you will drive to the civic center in your car hire and join the commercial road. Inside the gallery you will be met by art pieces that cover the last 6 centuries in England. The museum houses over 3500 art works by some of the famous artists from history.
- Mayflower Theatre – this theatre is right at the city center and hosts several theatrical shows every evening to an audience of over 2000. Driving to the theater in your car hire one evening won’t be a bad idea. This is one of the places to enjoy classic English musicals and comedy.
Besides a great football team and quality educational facilities, Southampton is known for the above attractions. Make sure you have a car hire to create faster and flexible movement to these places.
