What to do in South East England

Activities, attractions and tours

Dover Castle showing a castle and heritage architecture
White Cliffs of Dover featuring landscape views, a pebble beach and rocky coastline
Dover Castle featuring a castle and heritage architecture
Historic Dockyard Chatham featuring interior views
Walmer Castle and Gardens which includes château or palace and a bridge as well as a small group of people

South East England Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that South East England has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

South East England is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in South East England to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

South East England Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of South East England.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to South East England attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in South East England


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Oxford City Centre

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Museums, historic sites, and theaters are just a few things travelers enjoy about Oxford City Centre. Check out Covered Market or New Theatre Oxford while you're exploring the area.

Oxford City Centre
Brighton featuring heritage architecture

Brighton City Centre

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Brighton City Centre. Make a stop by North Laine or Brighton Lanes while you're exploring the area.

Brighton City Centre
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Southampton City Centre

4/5(87 area reviews)

The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Southampton Maritime Museum or Southampton Passenger Terminal might round out your trip.

Southampton City Centre
Royal Marines Museum showing heritage elements

Southsea

Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for is beaches, lively bars, and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Kings Theatre while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Southsea
Kennet & Avon Canal featuring a river or creek and a bridge

Reading City Centre

4/5(11 area reviews)

Reading City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Reading Museum and Town Hall or Oracle.

Reading City Centre
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Central Milton Keynes

4/5(2 area reviews)

Central Milton Keynes is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Central Milton Keynes Shopping Centre and Milton Keynes Theatre while you're in town.

Central Milton Keynes

 

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