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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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The best art galleries to visit in the south west
Discover the best art galleries in the south west with SWR

The best art galleries to visit in the south west

Discover some of the incredible artwork in our region

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Best stargazing spots near London
Best stargazing spots in the South West

Best stargazing spots near London

Two of the world's seventeen International Dark Sky Reserves are in our region - find out more!

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The best virtual museum tours in the south west
Best virtual museum tours

The best virtual museum tours in the south west

Although lockdown means we can’t visit our favourite museums and galleries in person, take advantage of these great virtual tours!

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The south west’s best roller coasters
Roller coasters in the south west

The south west’s best roller coasters

Discover our region’s tallest, fastest, and loopiest thrills

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Hidden things to do in Richmond
FInd amazing hidden things to do in Richmond with SWR

Hidden things to do in Richmond

Richmond is widely known for the expansive Richmond Park – but there’s so much more to this beautiful part of London

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9 traditional treats to try next time you’re in the south west
Local foods to try in the south west

9 traditional treats to try next time you’re in the south west

Make sure to try these delicious local treats next time you’re travelling

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Bridgerton filming locations: 7 iconic Regency settings you must visit
Locations where Bridgerton was filmed

Bridgerton filming locations: 7 iconic Regency settings you must visit

Discover the incredible locations where hit Netflix drama Bridgerton was filmed on our network

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The best markets to visit in London
Best markets in London

The best markets to visit in London

From street food heaven to flea market bargains, check out the 10 very best markets the city has to offer

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Enjoying King Alfred’s Way by train
Enjoy King Alfred's Way by train

Enjoying King Alfred’s Way by train

Discover Cycle UK's newest 350km cycling route across Wessex

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