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 Whether you are a local with a weekend to spare or on holiday in Hampshire, there is plenty to see and do in the area, check out these local attractions.
Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth
A 170 metre tall visitor attraction overlooking historical Portsmouth harbour and the Solent. With awe-inspiring views, the Tower is a must-see for families, couples and groups alike.
www.spinnakertower.co.uk
Winchester Cathedral, Winchester
One of England's largest cathedrals is open for tours along with visits to the library and Triforium Gallery, which contains an extensive collection of books, including the Winchester Bible.
National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, Beaulieu, New Forest
Trace the history of automobile production in Britain at this special-interest museum.
Jane Austen's House, Alton
This museum is housed in a charming red-brick 17th-century building that was home to Jane Austen and her family from 1809 to 1817, and the site where she wrote some of her popular novels.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth
Site of the Royal Naval Museum, HMS Victory, the Mary Rose and HMS Warrior.
D-Day Museum, Portsmouth
What to expect: Military museum; Specialty museum
Winchester Castle and Great Hall, Winchester
Said to contain King Arthur's Round Table, this historic castle (circa 1067) is where visitors can learn how many battles through the generations helped to carve this dramatic stronghold.
Porchester Castle, Portsmouth
Hurst Castle, Southampton
Built by Henry VIII as a chain of fortresses to protect the Solent, this is the site where Charles I was imprisoned in 1648 before being taken to his trial and execution in London.
Charles Dickens' Birthplace, Portsmouth
Southampton Maritime Museum, Southampton
Housed in the Wool House, an ancient 15th-century building, this museum features displays that chronicle the history of the port of Southampton and the history of the RMS Titanic and the White Star Line, told by the survivors and residents of Southampton.
HMS Victory, Portsmouth
The world's oldest commissioned warship, which last saw duty in 1812.
What to expect: Maritime museum
Marwell Zoological Park, Winchester
What to expect: Wildlife park; Zoo
Hythe Ferry, Southampton
This scheduled ferry service operates every half hour between Southampton's Town Quay and Hythe Pier, passing by Ocean Terminal that is home of the QE2.
Basing House, Basingstoke
This ten-acre site features the ruins of what was England's largest Tudor residence, the palace of William Paulet, 1st Marquees of Winchester who was a rich servant of the Tudor sovereigns.
Chawton House Library & Study Centre, Alton
The former home of author Jane Austen's brother houses a magnificent literary collection.
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