15+ Outdoor Activities in Southampton for Families

Explore one of England's finest cathedrals with family-friendly visits, exhibitions, and beautiful gardens suitable for all ages.

Explore a beautifully preserved Tudor mansion and gardens with family-friendly amenities including a café and pushchair access.

Explore a Grade II* listed tide mill that's powered by nature and discover 900 years of milling history through interactive exhibitions and riverside walks.

Explore one of South England's top family attractions featuring the National Motor Museum, Palace House, historic gardens, and Little Beaulieu playground in the New Forest.

Explore an unspoilt 18th-century shipbuilding village on the Beaulieu River where Nelson's Navy boats were built, with museum exhibits, riverside walks, and family-friendly amenities.

Walk, run, or skip along the scenic shoreline of the Solent with family-friendly activities including a free seashore scavenger hunt.

Explore wildflower meadows, historic D-Day sites, and coastal beaches with family-friendly walking trails and play areas across this New Forest edge country park.

Experience thrilling water and land-based adventures at one of Britain's largest outdoor activity centres on the Solent shores, featuring climbing, cycling, skiing, and watersports.

Explore woodland trails, play areas, and adventure activities across this family-friendly country park with a café and wildlife habitats.

Explore riverside woodlands with watersports, frisbee golf, crabbing, and playgrounds for families of all ages.

Ride magnificent miniature locomotives around Lakeside Country Park, then enjoy crazy golf, ice cream, and café treats for complete family fun.

Explore outdoor adventures across The New Forest with family-friendly activities including canoeing, kayaking, archery, bushcraft, and bike hire for ages 4+.

Experience thrilling treetop adventures with zip lines, rope courses, and forest activities for ages 4 and up in Southampton's natural woodland setting.

Explore rare plants, discover hidden fairy doors, and relax in a traditional English tearoom set in the heart of the New Forest.

Experience hands-on farmyard fun with daily animal interactions, bottle-feeding activities, and extensive outdoor play facilities for all ages.

Race on a live circuit with arrive-and-drive sessions, competitive events, and racing simulators for families and enthusiasts aged 8+.

Explore a historic medieval house with enchanting gardens, woodland walks, and family-friendly activities set within 60 acres of Hampshire countryside.

Discover thrilling rides, themed worlds, and iconic Peppa Pig attractions across this family-friendly amusement park with animals and immersive experiences.