How has it been more than a quarter of a century since Titanic scooped 11 Oscars? Time flies! Learn all about the doomed luxury ocean liner on the Walk the Secrets of the Titanic tour in the port city of Southampton. Starting at Town Quay Pier, you’ll take in the Mayflower Memorial and the sights along the historical QE2 Mile. Indeed, Southampton has a rich maritime heritage, with many places and attractions named after famous ships to prove it.
Another such place is the Mayflower Theatre, which stages West End productions (including Titanic The Musical), as well as comedy shows, ballets and music events. Southampton boasts plenty more live-music venues too, as well as art galleries, museums, historical buildings and retail outlets galore at the impressive Westquay shopping centre.
If outdoor pursuits are more your thing, head to the Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre, where you can try your hand at all kinds of adventures, including archery, kayaking, fishing and axe throwing. Ocean Village Marina – with its plethora of restaurants, bars, cafes and the five-star Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa – is also worth a visit. While you’re there, you could always charter a boat and channel Leonardo DiCaprio to recreate your very own ‘I’m the king of the world’ moment.
