Southern England has a lot to offer visitors. You can visit famous university towns or spend time relaxing on beautiful beaches and coastlines. You can explore museums and historical sites and relax as you walk through National Nature Reserves. The array of possibilities make the towns in the South of England some of the most popular holiday destinations – for good reason.

Bournemouth

Explore the beaches and activities of the pretty coastal resort of Bournemouth. Visit the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum, the Lower Gardens, the Oceanarium, the nature and wildlife areas as well as the many beaches. You may enjoy a visit to Bournemouth Beach, Hengistbury Head Beach, Alum Chine Beach and Southbourne Beach.

Plymouth

Devon is one of the UK’s favourite holiday destinations, making the port city of Plymouth in southwest England a popular choice for travellers which can be easily reached by train. Plymouth combines urban lifestyle with beautiful seaside resorts and plenty of cultural activities. You can reach Bovisands and Wembury beaches in less than 30 minutes by car from the city centre and discover sharks and other fish in the National Marine Aquarium. 

Brighton

Settlements in Brighton can be traced back to the Bronze Age as well as Roman times. Today it is mainly known as a popular seaside location. In summer Brighton is a perfect holiday spot for those who enjoy the beach during the day and urban nightlife after dark. Brighton has a lot to offer and is worth visiting if you haven’t seen it yet. 

London

Big Ben, London Eye, Thames River, Camden Market – it is impossible to list all of the attractions that London has to offer. No wonder almost 9 million people call this exciting city home. No matter what you are looking for, you will likely find it here. From London you have the opportunity to take the train to nearby cities including Cambridge, Bath and Oxford. 

Oxford

Oxford is known worldwide for its famous and prestigious university. This is a historical and cosmopolitan city that combines history with modern attractions. There are plenty of places to shop, explore and visit in Oxford which is home to just over 150,000 residents. 

Cambridge

Cambridge is another famous English town known for its prestigious university. It was founded in 1209 and ‘is the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world’, according to Sager, Peters Oxford and Cambridge: An Uncommon History. The town is located by the River Cam and allows visitors to explore remarkable architecture such as the Gothic chapel, St John’s and Trinity.

If you haven’t yet found the perfect place to visit in Southern England consider other towns and places such as Southampton, Guildford, Milton Keynes and Reading.