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Find your perfect days out in London and the South West

Discover everything London and the South West have to offer with our travel guides. Whether travelling solo or as a group, explore the best activities in destinations across the SWR network, with something for all ages and interests.

From day trips and breaks to unmissable sights and attractions, we’ve got you covered come rain or shine. Browse SWR rewards to make your getaway even better, with fantastic discounts on shopping trips, theatre tickets and more!

Start planning your adventure today with South Western Railway. From rainy-day activities to restaurant recommendations, our guides have everything you need to enjoy a memorable trip.

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Top things to do in Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Top things to do in Portsmouth

Top things to do in Portsmouth

From ancient castles to modern art - the UK's only island city has something for everybody. Read our list of the best things to do

Top things to do in Basingstoke

Milestones museum

Top things to do in Basingstoke

Top things to do in Basingstoke

From National Trust estates and the North Wessex Downs, to indoor skydiving and excellent eateries

Things to do on a rainy weekend in London

Wallace Collection

Things to do on a rainy weekend in London

Things to do on a rainy weekend in London

It’s time to make rainy days great again - bring on salsa bars, ball pits, and afternoon tea

Best live music venues in London

Camden Roundehouse

Best live music venues in London

Best live music venues in London

Love the thrill of watching music live? Experience the excitement of live music at the best venues in London

Towns in the South West that produced the most famous people

London skyline

Towns in the South West that produced the most famous people

Towns in the South West that produced the most famous people

From authors to athletes, the South West is a hotspot for some of Britain’s most recognisable faces

Top things to do in Windsor

Windsor Castle and the Long Walk

Top things to do in Windsor

Top things to do in Windsor

From fun things for the family to great places to eat and drink, and one of the largest and oldest inhabited castles in the world, Windsor has it all

7 spooktacular Halloween things to do in London

Big Ben Halloween

7 spooktacular Halloween things to do in London

7 spooktacular Halloween things to do in London

From scary film nights to haunted houses – fright night starts here

6 autumnal things to do in London

Hyde Park autumn

6 autumnal things to do in London

6 autumnal things to do in London

From comfort food and steaming hot chocolate to the best spots to frolic in the leaves and the prettiest book shops

Exploring London’s Heritage Quarter

Find destinations better than any history lesson with SWR

Exploring London’s Heritage Quarter

Exploring London’s Heritage Quarter

Discover the top historical landmarks on offer for the perfect day out

Best autumn walks in the South West

A view of a path during autumn, with lots of leaves on the ground. In the distance a family walks together.

Best autumn walks in the South West

Best autumn walks in the South West

Love an autumn walk? Whether you love walks in the woods or prefer a city stroll, here are our top picks