Southampton Tourist Guides Association
Southampton Tourist Guides Association
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Southampton Tourist Guides Association is the longest running tour guiding organisation in Southampton, having been established since 1976. As a consortium of fully qualified tourist guides we dedicate ourselves to serving residents and visitors to the city and its surrounds in their quest to finding out what there is to know about this part of England's origins, history and culture.
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Boris B
Brighton and Hove, UK4 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
On 10 November 2024 an excellent, knowledgeable and kind tourist guides conducted us through history and geography of Southampton on ground and under ground. It was the best time spent in a beautiful and historical city that is still blooming through the eyes, minds and hearts of the committed guides. Now the city has one more admirer fellow. Thank you.
Written November 11, 2024
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acd71
London, UK8 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Jill met us at the gate in Southampton as was immediately welcoming & friendly, we could tell she clearly loves what she does.
The tour was the OVERGROUND AND UNDERGROUND tour. Towers, walls & vaults and much in between. We thoroughly enjoyed the walk and Jill was extremely knowledgeable.
The tour was the OVERGROUND AND UNDERGROUND tour. Towers, walls & vaults and much in between. We thoroughly enjoyed the walk and Jill was extremely knowledgeable.
Written January 21, 2023
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Thank you for your review and kind words about our guide Jill. She does indeed love doing the tours and showing people our fantastic city. We are glad you enjoyed your time with us.
Written January 22, 2023
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Michele D
Seattle, WA20 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
We took the "In The Footsteps of the Pilgrim Fathers" walking tour, led by Inge. She was outstanding. We learned so much and received accurate information; saw where the Mayflower and its sister ship, Speedwell, docked, and were able to get a great sense of their size; walked where our Pilgrim fathers walked, bought supplies, gathered, etc.; learned about the different groups onboard and why they were traveling to the New World, and what their experience would have been like; and saw a hidden underground vault (initially used by merchants; later used as a World War II bomb shelter). Our private tour even included access (not at the time available to the general public) to some great displays in a medieval-wall room, with information from stone mason Peter. Southampton Tourist Guides Association has our highest recommendation.
Written June 8, 2024
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Stephanie M
Belfast, UK31 contributions
Jul 2022
i thoroughly enjoyed my 90 minute tour of Southampton with Rob the guide. There is so much history, I enjoyed every minute. Rob was knowledgeable, interesting, helpful and had great stories to tell. The tour was wheelchair accessible. I would highly recommend the tour.
Written July 20, 2022
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Stephanie, thank you for your kind review. Rob, your guide was pleased to hear you enjoyed your tour despite it being a very hot day. We are so pleased you found our walk wheelchair accessible and look forward to welcoming you back to Southampton soon.
Written August 8, 2022
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Julie P
2 contributions
Dec 2014
Our truly brilliant tour was taken by Mr Don Robertson. Our group was made up of 3 different nationalities with ages from 7 to 40. Seeing the Vaults was amazing, we had no idea of their structure,intersting feautures and even their beauty! Don gave us a wonderful insight into the history of the Vaults and and even spoke of his own experiences of using them during the 2nd world war! The tour flowed effortlessly from one point of interest to the next. Our international students were easily able to enjoy the tour despite English not
being their first language.The knowledge of
Our Guide was amazing,and the group including the youngsters were gripped at the History and stories surrounding the Vaults. There were plenty of laughs on the way round too, making the tour fun and very
entertaining :) the Va
ults were wonderful to see and we have now been left wanting to know more about the city above them. We look forward to booking part 2 of our 'home town' history lesson with Don. Highly recommending this tour to all, what a wonderful way to spend time!
being their first language.The knowledge of
Our Guide was amazing,and the group including the youngsters were gripped at the History and stories surrounding the Vaults. There were plenty of laughs on the way round too, making the tour fun and very
entertaining :) the Va
ults were wonderful to see and we have now been left wanting to know more about the city above them. We look forward to booking part 2 of our 'home town' history lesson with Don. Highly recommending this tour to all, what a wonderful way to spend time!
Written December 11, 2014
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Hols0221
Southampton, UK40 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
There is so much hidden history in Southampton, hidden underground in vaults and in buildings. This walking tour was fascinating and we learnt many fascinating facts about the old medieval town. Our guide was very friendly and answered all our questions. I would definitely recommend it to anyone with even a slight interest in history.
It was also great value at only £5.50 per person for 90 minutes.
It was also great value at only £5.50 per person for 90 minutes.
Written March 18, 2019
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maddiehampshire
Hampshire107 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
Today 12 family members who have a connection with the Titanic took a walk with Diana Callaghan. She is very friendly and it was an informative and interesting walk which we all appreciated. Two of us have done other guided tours all of which we would recommend.
Written January 16, 2015
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Ingrid1390
Dorset, UK1 contribution
Sep 2014 • Friends
Booked a group tour of the 'walls & vaults' for four of us. Andrew our guide, and his lovely assistant Tracey, met us with warm handshakes and smiles at the Bargate. It was my Birthday and they had even got me card- which was a lovely gesture.
It was a fantastic two hours taking in the most interesting section of the city wall and hidden tower/vaults. These guides have keys to ancient towers and pristine 13th century wine vaults, that most people never get to see. Andrew weaved an amazing story covering a thousand years of battles, invasions and intrigues. He encouraged us to comment and question creating a two way dialogue that gave us a chance to really explore some of the historical themes. Our whole party was absorbed from the first minute and the two hours whizzed by. Tips- wear decent gripping shoes. Take a bottle of water/wine.
It was a fantastic two hours taking in the most interesting section of the city wall and hidden tower/vaults. These guides have keys to ancient towers and pristine 13th century wine vaults, that most people never get to see. Andrew weaved an amazing story covering a thousand years of battles, invasions and intrigues. He encouraged us to comment and question creating a two way dialogue that gave us a chance to really explore some of the historical themes. Our whole party was absorbed from the first minute and the two hours whizzed by. Tips- wear decent gripping shoes. Take a bottle of water/wine.
Written September 13, 2014
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Annie A
Southampton, UK287 contributions
Feb 2019 • Friends
We went on the first twighlight walk of the year on a Sunday evening. I’ve been living here for about 5 years and really wanted to understand more about Southampton’s long history. We learned so much and Dave was a brilliant guide. Facts, Informative and humour were abundant. A couple of surprises which I won’t mention as I don’t want to spoil the surprise. The walk takes around an hour and half and well worth it. It’s also given me an appreciation of Southampton’s important history.
Written February 25, 2019
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MrsS91
Southampton, UK18 contributions
Nov 2017 • Business
I wanted to arrange an evening walking tour of Southampton for a number of corporate visitors from across Europe, and came across the Southampton Tourist Guides Association. Andrew offered to do the tour for us, and he was very accommodating in terms of the arrangements. Andrew not only provided lots of interesting Titanic facts, he also pointed out various other landmarks and places of interest along the way (that even us locals knew nothing about!). All members of the group really enjoyed the tour and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anybody else who is interested in finding out more about the history of the city, whether as a local or a visitor.
Written November 17, 2017
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Bonjour, Comment peut on contacter cette asso pour la visite guidée ? La visite est elle faite en Français ?
merci
Bonne journée
GUY FAVARD
Written October 2, 2019
Hello, we are arriving in Southhampton 2 days before our cruise on Oct 24. We would like to do a day or half day tour on Wednesday, Oct 23rd. What would you suggest. Thanks, Ray/Janet Meyers
Written August 19, 2019
STGA
Southampton, United Kingdom
Hi Janet, I’m not sure if this area is currently being checked. There is a meeting on Tuesday and I will raise it then. Can I suggest that you go to the Southampton Tourist Guides Association website and use the contact us form there, which I’m sure will get picked up. Looking at the rota of walks I can’t see any “public” walks planned but depending on guide availability there may be some scope for a private tour, you would really need to check with The Association. Either way enjoy your stay in Southampton and have a great cruise.
Written October 6, 2019
We arrive in Southampton on 8/5 on Golden Princess. What would you suggest to tour/visit for 8 hrs?
Written July 2, 2019
lreeder4
Las Vegas, Nevada
We arrive in Southampton on Sept. 27th. We would like a tour of Bath and Salisbury on the 28th of Sept. It is just my husband and I. Do you have any availability?
Thanks,
Liz
Written September 15, 2018
Dear Liz,
Please write an email to the Southampton Tourist Guides Association to receive a detailed answer to your request.
Andy
Bookings Secretary
Southampton Tourist Guides Association
Written September 15, 2018
Hello! We are a group of 4 persons that will be arriving in Southampton on May 24,2018. We are looking for walking tour of Southampton in the afternoon of the 24 or the morning of the 25. Is this available and where what cost and how to reserve. Claire
Written May 4, 2018
Hi Claire, that should be fine, the cost would be £70.00. Is this acceptable to you? Please confirm either way. Thanks Diana.
Written May 5, 2018
My wife and I end our cruise on Sat 1st July around 9.00am. Our flight leaves Southampton airport on Sat.at 19.50. Have you any suggestions and can I have an approximate cost. Thank you
Written May 11, 2017
We are in a group of eight adults. We will finish our cruise trip on May 13, right in the morning 7:00-8:00 am, but our flight departure time is 22:00. Any suggestion for spending our long day in Southampton with 8 suitcases and 8 hand-carry bags? We want to travel in one vehicle, is it much more expensive? Please advise.
Written March 20, 2017
I can try and find a driver guide for you with a suitable vehicle. Where will you be flying from? Heathrow or Gatwick, or from somewhere else?
Suggestions for places to visit include, the New Forest, Stonehenge and Salisbury or Windsor Castle. Could you please give me an email address to reply to?
Many thanks.
Diana Callaghan
Written March 20, 2017
mayearlr11
Marysville, California
do youv have any tours lasting more then one day
Written December 20, 2016
Hallo , ich möchte gerne eine Tour für den 16.09.16 buchen. Wir kommen am 16.9.16 mit der Mein Schiff 5 in Southampton an. Vielen Dank
Written March 24, 2016
Hi, many thanks for your enquiry.
We see you wil be visiting Southampton on 16th September on the Mein Schiff..
We can offer you a private tour in English for £50.00, at a time to suit you.
Please get back if you are interested.
Best wishes,
Diana
Written March 24, 2016
Trisha H
Southampton, United Kingdom
How Can I book to go on a Tour of the Underground Medieval Vaults Please?
Written January 13, 2016
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