Southport is a great place for a day out, whether with friends, family, pets or just yourself!
There is a variety of things to do, whether that's a stroll on the beach, enjoying retail therapy at the shops or fun activities for the kids! There is truly something for everyone.
What's even better is that Merseyrail stations on the Southport line are just a short walk away from the most popular destinations. Merseyrail will run a 15-minute Sunday service on the Southport line throughout the summer, starting on Sunday 28 May, so consider travel sorted.
With so many great places in Southport, it can be difficult to know where to start! So, we have collated the best locations for your next day out, have a look below and plan your journey.
Southport destinations and events
![Several different brightly coloured bumper cars in a line.](/media/tuaosiqo/bumper-cars-950x688.jpg?width=420&height=250&quality=75&rnd=133579296821730000)
Southport Pleasureland
![Southport beach on a sunny day.](/media/fc1l3d0p/southport-beach-850-x-350.jpg?width=420&height=250&quality=75&rnd=133579304169570000)
Southport Beach & Pier
![A group of people walking past shops. A woman is pointing at something in the shop.](/media/ftuhvk5j/shopping-850-x-350.jpg?width=420&height=250&quality=75&rnd=133579304451030000)
![A large bridge over a lake. It is daytime and the sky is blue.](/media/sc2pplh3/southport-marine-lake.jpg?width=420&height=250&quality=75&rnd=133584418829570000)
Southport Marine Lake, Parks & Gardens
![Two small children enjoying a golf course on a sunny day.](/media/pvcperow/viking-golf-850-x-350.jpg?width=420&height=250&quality=75&rnd=133588626216970000)
Viking Golf Southport
![The exterior of the Atkinson theatre. It is a sunny day and the sky is blue.](/media/coelgpw5/the-atkinsons-850-x-350.jpg?width=420&height=250&quality=75&rnd=133579300699900000)
The Atkinson
![A waterfall outside with brightly coloured flowers.](/media/oyoncpxh/sfs-208.jpg?width=420&height=250&quality=75&rnd=133649069492700000)