Passionate about Southampton's history
Southampton is a city rich in history with many wonderful stories to tell.
First inhabited as early as the Stone Age; Southampton has many historical sites that are still standing today. Come with us on one of our journeys and discover some of the city's best secrets.
THROW ASIDE THE GUIDE BOOKS AND HAVE FUN BY TAKING A TOUR WITH US!
EXPLORE THE SOUTHAMPTON WALLS
If you're visiting for a day, staying in the city for a holiday or even one of this beautiful city's residents... There is so much to learn about the incredible history we have within Southampton's walls. Spend some time in the company of one of our Tour Guides and learn more about the secrets of the walls!
Keep an eye out for the next talk or special events we host throughout the year.
Titanic Trail
A 90 minute walking tour to find out how the Titanic tragedy affected Southampton and so many of its families.
TITANIC TRAIL
April is when we remember the Titanic disaster; the lives lost and those saved. The Titanic was the largest ship ever launched and was said to be ‘unsinkable’ - and yet she sailed from Southampton on April 10th 1912 and sank in the early hours of April 15th. Hundreds of the crew were local people. Join our guide on this walking tour to find out how this tragedy affected the town of Southampton and so many of its families.
WHO: All ages
WHERE: Tour starts at Holyrood Church.
WHEN: 23, 26 and 27 April
2, 5 and 25 May
STEP COUNT: 12,000 approx
COST: £10 per person
DIFFICULTY: Walk duration 90 minutes. Some uneven ground.
OVERGROUND & UNDERGROUND!
Come and find the rich history of Southampton! Walk around its Medieval town walls and step down into its hidden vaults. Hear about the history of the iconic medieval buildings still in existence in the town and about the colourful characters that once lived here.
WHO: All ages
WHERE: Tour starts north side of The Bargate.
WHEN: Every Saturday & Sunday at the following times:
10.30 am in April
1.30pm in May
10.30 am in June
STEP COUNT: 10,000 approx
COST: £10 per person
DIFFICULTY: The tour includes uneven paving, heights, spiral and stone staircases when descending into the vaults.
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF JANE AUSTEN
Walk in Jane Austen's footsteps with our guide around the old town of Southampton. Jane lived in Southampton for 3 years so join us to find out about Jane and the times she spent in Southampton.
WHO: All ages
WHERE: Tour starts north side of The Bargate.
WHEN: Alternate Fridays & Saturdays from April to September
STEP COUNT: 10,000 approx
COST: £10 per person
DIFFICULTY: Walk duration 90 minutes. Some uneven ground.