The beachside setting of Southampton is ready to explore
Take a holiday to Southampton and enjoy the area's museums, festivals and opera. Renowned for its cycling, churches and monuments, this city welcomes all visitors. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Sightseeing in and around Southampton
Do you want to find attractions to visit during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that Southampton has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Duck Walk Vineyards (1.8 mi / 2.8 km)
- Shinnecock Hills Golf Course (2.7 mi / 4.4 km)
- Wolffer Estates Vineyard (7.2 mi / 11.6 km)
- Peconic Bay Winery (10.4 mi / 16.7 km)
- Bedell Cellars (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
- Clovis Point (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Southampton
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Southampton is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Cooper's Beach (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
- The Hamptons Beaches (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Meschutt Beach (5.8 mi / 9.4 km)
- Ponquogue Beach (6.5 mi / 10.4 km)
- Tiana Beach (7 mi / 11.2 km)
- Georgica Beach (9.7 mi / 15.7 km)
Seasonal weather in Southampton
If you're planning a holiday around warm-weather activities, August, July, September and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 21°C.
Transport to and around Southampton
Fly into East Hampton, NY (HTO), the closest airport, located 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Westhampton, NY (FOK-Francis S. Gabreski), which is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, the main station serving the city is Southampton Station.