Southport is known for its own ‘microclimate’ so the weather is usually quite favorable as compared to the rest of the UK. The best time to visit Southport would be from late May to late September for outdoor activities and sightseeing.

Southport has a number of pubs and party places to go out and enjoy a few drinks. You can try out some gin or a pint of locally-brewed beer. The nightlife of Southport has recently seen a lot of change and you can try a variety of beer, ale or whiskey at pubs like Punch Tarmeys Southport, Tap and Bottles, The Ship and Anchor, The Hungry Monk Ale House, and Maloneys.

You can reach Southport by road, train, air or sea. You can take a train up to Southport Train Station fromLondon, Liverpool, Manchester, and Bristol. Buses are also easily available from all the major towns. The nearest airport is Manchester Airport and you can take a bus or train from there to Southport. You can also come down from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and connect via road, bus or train.

Northern rail operates regularly between Manchester Airport to Southport. You can take the Merseyrail to get to nearby towns like Liverpool. If you are coming from Dublin, Belfast or The Isle of Man, you can take a ferry and arrive in Liverpool. There are several local taxi companies to get you from door-to-door within Southport.

Blackpool is 19 kilometers away from Southport and offers a great weekend destination. You can reach there via local trains, or take a bus service which changes at Preston, Lancanshire. You can also head to Croston or Tarleton via local buses to enjoy the quaint villages over the weekend.

If you are thinking of spending the weekend in a big city, head to Liverpool which is a little further away but is full of sightseeing destinations. There are many trains the ply between Liverpool and Southport.

• Explore Lord Street and shop from high-fashion labels to independent shops as well.
• The Wayfarers Shopping Arcade is home to over thirty independent shopping stores, you will surely stumble upon something unique in one of these stores.
• Behind Chapel Street, there’s a little gem of a place called Wesley Street where you will find everything from kids’ clothing to book shops.
• You can also check out Ocean Plaza for shopping as well as entertainment.

At OYO hotels in Southport, you will be provided with all the basic amenities including comfortable beds, en-suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, air conditioner, free Wifi, intercom systems, daily housekeeping, luggage assistance, and kitchen.

Additionally, OYO hotels also offer tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, first aid kit, on-demand caretaker, taxi service, card payment, and 24/7 check-in.

Southport is a seaside town with several places to visit and make memories on the go. From adventure to arts, there is something for everyone.

• Southport Pleasureland is an amusement park with rides for kids as well as adults. Splash World, a water park, is another place to enjoy with family.
• If you are into theatre, music, and arts, Atkinson is the place to be. There’s also a cafe inside.
• You can check out the Southport Pier and Genting Casino for gambling/slot machines. There’s also Southport Beach and Marine Lake for water lovers.
• The British Lawnmower Museum also has an interesting background and an intriguing collection.
• For golf lovers, there’s Royal Birkdale Golf Club and Hillside Golf Club.
• Take an evening stroll across King’s Gardens or Botanical Gardens to freshen up after a tiring day.

You can book a comfortable, secure OYO hotel in Southport for £20-30 per night. These rates can further be discounted based on the offers available at the time of booking.

The Atkinson is a major attraction of Southport, OYO Tequila and Dunlin Rooms is one of the best hotels near The Atkinson for a comfortable stay.