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Anne Chua
I started my junior doctor role during the pandemic in Southampton and have since then stayed over 2 years! Here are a few things to do in Southampton from a local. I hope you enjoy this guide. Any tips would be appreciated 😊
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Attractions

Southampton Town Walls
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Walk around the Southampton walls (following the guided signs to learn a bit about the history of Southampton)
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West Quay Shopping Centre
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Biggest mall with a cinema, food/drinks, bowling alley, arcade in Southampton
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University of Southampton Highfield Campus
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Explore the campus of University of Southampton
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Southampton Common
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Take a stroll around Southampton Commons
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Bedford Place
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Walk around Bedford place, where the pubs / bars / clubs are
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Oxford Street
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Walk around this historical street and checkout the Grapes pub where the Titanic crew were drinking prior their departure
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Ocean Village
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Take a walk around this newly developed area Ocean Village and checkout the Harbour hotel with its bars and views
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Southampton Ferry Terminal
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Take a ferry to the Isle of Wight from here for a day trip
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You can also explore the neighbouring areas, such as New Forest (nature walks), beaches (Bournemouth / Poole), and other attractions (Durdle Door)

Restaurants

Shanghai Bay
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Cheap, affordable, and authentic dimsum in Southampton!
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Ennio's
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A cozy Italian restaurant by the harbour
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Bacaro
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A cozy Italian small plates restaurant which also serves a nice Sunday roast! Be sure to get their Arancini balls
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Coriander Lounge Indian Restaurant
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The most popular Indian restaurant in Southampton!
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Porters Wine & Charcuterie
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Lovely vibes for wine and cheese
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The Olive Tree Ocean Village
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Nice vibes for food / drinks in Ocean Village
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7Bone Burger Co. Southampton
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Best burgers in Southampton
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Shanghai 1814 Restaurant
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Upscale Chinese restaurant with karaoke rooms upstairs!
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Drinks

Dancing Man Brewery
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Small quaint brewery with beers on tap
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1932 Southampton
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Cozy and small speakeasy bar
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Heartbreakers
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Bar with live music on weekends
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HarBAR on 6th
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Harbour hotel's bar with a view of the marina
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Mango Thai Tapas – Ocean Village
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Thai tapas bar
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Anne Chua
I’m a doctor who loves food and travel. I was born in Singapore but grew up in Taipei, Shanghai, and Kuala Lumpur. I have since lived in London/Southampton for 7.5 years. My guides will mainly be focused on food and attractions!
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Shanghai Bay
Southampton Town Walls
West Quay Shopping Centre
University of Southampton Highfield Campus
Southampton Common
Bedford Place
Oxford Street
Ennio's
Bacaro
Coriander Lounge Indian Restaurant
Porters Wine & Charcuterie
Ocean Village
Southampton Ferry Terminal
The Olive Tree Ocean Village
Dancing Man Brewery
HarBAR on 6th
7Bone Burger Co. Southampton
1932 Southampton
Mango Thai Tapas – Ocean Village
Heartbreakers
Shanghai 1814 Restaurant
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