Set on the south coast of Hampshire, Southampton and the surrounding areas has a selection of holiday parks that cater for all, from families seeking adventure to couples that want a bit of peace and quiet. Caravan parks like Solent Breezes offer static caravans with sea views and on-site entertainment, while luxury lodge parks provide luxury retreats complete with hot tubs, private gardens and woodland walks. For those that want touring and motorhome options, there are sites that have year-round pitches with electric hookups, easy to get to from the M27 motorway and easy access to marinas for boating and watersports enthusiasts. Campsites in the nearby countryside have tent pitches within ancient woodlands or glamping pods for a touch of comfort in nature, ensuring a perfect base for exploring Southampton's maritime heritage and the region's stunning landscapes.

What You Can Do in Southampton and the Local Area?

Southampton is a really vibrant city, combining its past as a major cruise port with modern activities that appeal to all, making it an ideal hub for active holidays. Find out about the city's maritime history at the SeaCity Museum, where interactive exhibits educate about the Titanic's fateful departure. Football fans can catch a match and watch Southampton FC at St Mary's Stadium or visit an escape room and or one of the climbing centres, shoppers will love at the large Westquay Shopping Centre which has over 130 stores and great places to eat. Beyond the city, the surrounding Hampshire countryside is perfect for outdoor activities like cycling through Southampton Common's 326 acres of ponds and grasslands, kayaking along the River Itchen or hiking in the nearby South Downs National Park.

Find Places to Visit Near Southampton

Head west to the New Forest National Park for pony spotting walks in ancient woodlands or a visit the Beaulieu National Motor Museum, there is a monorail here and a great collection of vintage cars, ideal for petrol heads! To the east, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is home to HMS Victory and the Mary Rose, perfect if you enjoy naval history, the Isle of Wight is easy to get to with frequent ferries and you can visit Cowes for a spot of sailing or just watching other people sail. 

Holiday parks around Southampton are great as the location has so much going on around and Southampton is one of the most vibrant cities with so much going on within the city itself. The location is perfect if you want to be near a city but right by the coast and easy to escape. Find caravan parks near Southampton, lodge parks, touring and motorhome parks and campsites here.