General:
Southampton is one of those stag weekend locations that can be somewhat deceiving. True, in general it is a laid back community, but do not discount it’s ability to provide stag dos a varied nightlife and fantastic time. The diversity of the Southampton club scene will ensure that your stag party will enjoy themselves and recommend Southampton to anyone.

Southampton History and Culture:

Unfortunately, the very same things that Southampton took greatest pride in, were the very same things that caused so much devastation in World War II. Those things were the strategic importance of the Port city itself, and the war planes it manufactured. Unfortunately, a great deal of Southampton was destroyed in bombing attacks. Post war efforts could not salvage everything, but the architecture that could be saved experienced a loving restoration effort. Your stag party will see a vibrant town that once again has gained it’s Port status, enjoying the return of the Cruise ship industry.

Transportation in Southampton:
Members of your stag party will find city centre very easily accessible by foot. However, if you prefer to make use of the bus system, the majority of the routes leave from city centre, and the rates are very reasonable. stag do participants should have no problem accessing any part of the city.

Nights in Southampton:
Here is a riddle. What do you get when you take a lot of college students and mix in an abundance of sailors? Give up? The answer is pubs, pubs and more pubs. Your stag party will see very quickly the riddle is more of a statement of truth than anything else. Southampton’s waterfront has a place called “The Platform Tavern” that specializes in live music. The Marina area makes available some upscale bars. If you want to visit a Mega bar, “Oceana” will give your Southampton stag party an evening they won’t soon forget. Quirky little places such as “The Hobbit”, a favorite of students, are available to give you a different kind of evening. If clubbing is not your stag do’s thing, there are plenty of pubs and smaller bars that will offer you a more relaxing evening.

Southampton Eating:
If you want to take your stag do to an area that has a variety of eating places, “Oxford St.” is where to go. You will find Southampton offers many various Ethnic locations. You can find everything from Pizza to Sushi, no taste should go unsatisfied. There is, of course, pub grub as well as many student favorites.

Southampton Notes:
There are many historical sites relating to the sea, the QE2 and the Titanic being just 2.
Boat cruises and activities are available for your stag party, including sailing lessons.