What to do and see in Southampton, England: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

November 21, 2021 Margarita Chappel

Southwest of London is Southampton (Soton to the locals), a metropolitan area centered around the port. However, tucked away on the side streets are ancient gems such as the Tudor House, Mottisfont Abbey, and "God's House," a museum located in a tower in the medieval wall. The ultra-modern Sea City Museum celebrates Southampton's seafaring past and the RMS Titanic. Looking for nightlife? Travelers can dance the hours away with bars, clubs, and live music, all accessible by public transportation.
Restaurants in Southampton

1. Seadogz Rib Charter Limited

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5.0 based on 636 reviews

Seadogz Rib Charter Limited

"The most exhilarating adventures on the Solent!"Skippered Rib Charter Hire in the Solent by Seadogz, including 60 or 90 Minute Extreme Rib Experiences, Treasure Hunts, Corporate Team Building Events, and Stag and Hen Parties. Single Tickets and group bookings available.

2. See Southampton

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See Southampton

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3. Steamship Shieldhall

110 Berth Southampton Docks, Southampton SO15 0HH England +44 844 357 2329 [email protected] http://www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk
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Steamship Shieldhall

The Steamship Shieldhall is the largest working steam ship in Britain. A member of the National Historic Fleet she serves as a sea going tribute to Britain's maritime heritage. As a passenger you too can experience the golden age of steam by booking on an excursion or visiting her in Southampton.

Reviewed By Nath74370 - Guildford, United Kingdom

The 2 of us enjoyed a fantastic time onboard the Shieldhall thanks to its amazing team of knowledgeable and friendly volunteers working in the engine room, on the bridge, at the shop/restaurant, on deck including a commentator on all landmarks we passed . They made a huge impression on my son who is a typical 'teen'. The vessel is very stable and I did not feel seasick, nor did I see the 3 hours pass by as we spent our time visiting the engine room as well as the bridge and every other part of the ship. We had a fab time! Suitable for e very age group.

4. Bring & Mix

36 Upper Bannister Street (the black door with the brass bell), Southampton SO15 2DG England +44 7724 097156 [email protected] http://www.bringandmix.com/
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Bring & Mix

Southampton's Most Unique Cocktails You Bring your favourite spirits. We Mix them. Let our talented mixologist stimulate your senses by creating cocktails for you and your friends, right at your table. Combining fresh fruit and vegetable juices, home-made syrups, herbs and spices, bitters, sodas, and fruits. To get a real feel for us watch our video on our website

Reviewed By Jo9178

What a fantastic experience. Without giving too much away you’ll arrive wondering where on earth you have come, and leave wishing you could stay longer! Take along your favourite spirits and the talented bar tenders make fantastic bespoke cocktails, catering for all tastes. There isn’t a Mojito or Sex on the beach in sight! The intimate Art Deco setting is the perfect venue, a live singer added to the ambience and all staff were really attentive. Special mention to Harley, our personal cocktail maker - thanks for 6 delicious cocktails (apart from the one with Barcardi ????) Would thoroughly recommend Bring and Mix for a fun evening out.

5. Hampshire Wine School

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Hampshire Wine School

A very warm welcome to Hampshire Wine School - an independent wine education company, not affiliated to any wine merchants or retailers. We run fun Wine, Champagne, Beer, Port, Gin & Tonic and Whisky Tastings and Wine & Food Pairing Courses in HAMPSHIRE (with venues in Southampton and Winchester) and NOW in DORSET (in Poole) for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more about it. We also run professional staff training, corporate evenings, team building days and fun private events, as well as hen parties and stag dos. GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE from only £25, with FREE p&p and NO EXPIRY DATE. The perfect present, beautifully presented!

6. Houdini's Escape Room Experience

19 Onslow Road, Southampton SO14 0JD England +44 23 8218 2601 [email protected] http://www.houdinisescape.co.uk
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Houdini's Escape Room Experience

Houdini’s Escape Room Experience, based in Southampton, Hampshire, is a real-life escape game experience based on the Japanese online game, ‘Takagism’. Players are locked inside a themed room, and need to work as a team to solve a series of puzzles, riddles and hints in order to escape within the 60-minute time limit.

Reviewed By davebE7620XT - Southampton, United Kingdom

A great nights entertainment, we had a great host and managed to escape on time so quite satisfying, free popcorn and drinks and sweets during the pre game film and we had a few laughs while doing the puzzles, would highly recommend this for a night out rather than rotting the brain with tv.

7. Britannia Chauffeurs

Marsh Lane, Southampton SO14 3EW England +44 330 058 5353 [email protected] http://www.britanniachauffeurs.com
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Britannia Chauffeurs

Our mission at Britannia Chauffeurs is simple; we aim to provide the UK with the best in luxury, chauffeur-driven transport nation wide. We cater for every occasion from luxury business travel to weddings and sightseeing tours – but always strive to make every single journey an unforgettable experience. Let us take away the pain of travelling and replace it with absolute comfort.

Reviewed By leornado22

Have just used the quality service provided by Britannia again. We've been using them frequently, myself and my clients have been really impressed by the service they deliver! Still highly recommend them and will be using them again and again. They are probably the best providers on the south coast from my experiences.

8. Exciting Escapes

100 Shirley High Street Shirley, Southampton SO16 4FB England +44 23 8036 1549 [email protected] http://www.excitingescapes.co.uk
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Exciting Escapes

Exciting Escapes are thrilled to bring the global phenomenon that is Escape Rooms to Southampton. Working together in a small group of 2-6 people, your challenge is to solve puzzles and mysteries together while the clock ticks down. Each room has a story that you play a part in, and each presents its own unique challenges for a truly entertaining experience. Will you accept the challenge?

Reviewed By pwigley24 - London, United Kingdom

This is an excellent escape room - love the Cold War theme and a good variety of challenges - and the "agents" were really helpful

9. Other World Escapes - Escape Room Southampton

22 East St First Floor, Southampton SO14 3HG England +44 23 9217 0600 [email protected] http://www.otherworldescapes.com/
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Other World Escapes - Escape Room Southampton

Here at Other World Escapes, we offer escape rooms and team building exercises to clients throughout Southampton and the surrounding areas. We have a real passion for what we do and we feel that this shows in every single one of the escape rooms that we offer from our base in Southampton. This is one of the main reasons why we firmly believe that we should be your first and only port of call for escape rooms, Mayan escape rooms and team building exercises, anywhere in the Southampton area. Other World Escapes make you a HERO in your own ADVENTURE; our Southampton-based escape rooms are fun, thrilling and interactive team-based adventures with YOU at the centre. To find out more on our Southampton escape rooms, get in touch with us today.

Reviewed By sandyr35

My partner and I had never participated in an escape room before and we were completely blown away. We tackled both the Mayan Temple and the Vermilion Society HQ. Wow. The whole experience was incredible and very well organized; the room aesthetic and design were top-notch (with a few really jaw-dropping moments!), the puzzles were wonderfully clever, challenging and (most importantly) fun! Would highly recommend to both escape room enthusiasts and newbies alike. The staff were lovely and welcoming, and really embodied the spirit of the room themes, which just adds to an already impressive adventure. We can’t wait until Other World Escapes opens in Portsmouth, because we loved both of the rooms that we experienced here. 10/10

10. Elusion Rooms

68 Commercial Road, Southampton SO15 1GD England +44 23 8057 2837 [email protected] http://www.elusionrooms.com
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Elusion Rooms

Elusion's Southampton game rooms offers the ultimate team challenge in which you and your companions will face mysteries, solve riddles and crack puzzles against a 60 minute countdown. In the Pandora Heist you will compete to steal the most valuable items from a professors home before the police arrive.

Reviewed By feathershade - Southampton, United Kingdom

Me and two friends did the 7 deadly sins horror escape room and it was an absolute blast. Really fun themes and the staff are lovely, special shoutout to Matt (our games host)- You were such a laugh and I hope you're our host when we come back to do the Pandora Heist room! We definitely didn't break any records with our time but it was a great night none the last. Best escape room in Southampton by far!

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