Jane Austen in Georgian Southampton Walking Tour

Schedule

Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am

UTC+01:00

Location

The West Gate | Southampton, EN

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Join our Heritage Guide for a two-hour walking tour of Southampton’s old town where Jane Austen lived from 1806-1809.
About this Event

Jane Austen was famously of the write-what-you-know genre of authors - and so how much of Southampton is written into her books? With Southampton an elegant and chic spa town, Jane partied, danced, entertained, walked, took pleasure boats and enjoyed the seaside air when living here 1806-1809. On the walk, our heritage guide will regale you with fascinating anecdotes and stories about Jane's connections to the city, pointing out key landmarks along the way. Whether you're a die-hard Austen fan or just looking for a fun outing, this tour is sure to entertain and enlighten.

Book your spot now and get ready to discover Georgian Southampton through Jane Austen's eyes!

Tickets Β£12.50 and must be booked in advance.

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The West Gate, Westgate Street, Southampton, United Kingdom

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