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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Southend-on-Sea? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Adventure Island

Adventure Island

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5.0/52 Reviews
"Amusement parks"
Cliffs Pavilion Theatre

Cliffs Pavilion Theatre

๏•3.5
3.0/51 Reviews
"Performances"
The British Museum

The British Museum

๏•10
4.8/53,184 Reviews
"Museums"
Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey

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4.8/51,226 Reviews
Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace

๏•9.9
4.6/52,009 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Southend Pier

Southend Pier

๏•3.4
4.0/51 Reviews
London Eye

London Eye

๏•9.7
4.7/52,850 Reviews
"Night view"
Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge

๏•9.4
4.7/52,313 Reviews
"Night view"
Sealife Adventure

Sealife Adventure

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Southend Pier and Railway

Southend Pier and Railway

๏•3.3
5.0/57 Reviews
"Historic buildings"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Southend-on-Sea, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Holiday Inn Basildon

Holiday Inn Basildon

4.6/5134 Reviews
Holiday Inn Southend

Holiday Inn Southend

4.4/5128 Reviews
Park Inn Palace, Southend on Sea

Park Inn Palace, Southend on Sea

3.8/5115 Reviews
Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel

4.3/5115 Reviews
The New Chichester Hotel

The New Chichester Hotel

2.3/552 Reviews
Campanile Basildon - East of London

Campanile Basildon - East of London

3.5/5114 Reviews
Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)

Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)

4.0/5127 Reviews
The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn

4.7/540 Reviews
The Six Bells

The Six Bells

4.3/518 Reviews
The Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre

The Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre

3.8/540 Reviews
The Shurland Hotel Gym Spa

The Shurland Hotel Gym Spa

3.2/548 Reviews
Royal Hotel Sheerness

Royal Hotel Sheerness

3.1/544 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Southend-on-Sea dishes and foodie spots.
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Toby Carvery Southend

Toby Carvery Southend

4.1/516 Reviews
Avg. GBP7/person
"Bars/Bistros"
1935 Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

1935 Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

5.0/52 Reviews
Avg. GBP43/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Thorpe Bay

Thorpe Bay

4.4/518 Reviews
Avg. GBP7/person
"Western-style"
Alex Southend On Sea

Alex Southend On Sea

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"Western-style"
Afternoon Tea at Sands By The Sea

Afternoon Tea at Sands By The Sea

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Loyal toast

Loyal toast

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"Bars/Bistros"
Slug & Lettuce - Southend

Slug & Lettuce - Southend

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Avg. GBP18/person
"Bars/Bistros"
Pieno Lleno

Pieno Lleno

5.0/5104 Reviews
Avg. GBP11/person
"Latin American"
Sands by the Sea

Sands by the Sea

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Avg. GBP6/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Harvester - Shorehouse

Harvester - Shorehouse

4.3/512 Reviews
Avg. GBP125/person
"Western-style"
The Hamlet Court

The Hamlet Court

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Avg. GBP10/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"Open Late"
Il Pescatore

Il Pescatore

4.4/547 Reviews
"Barbeque"
"Open Late"

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Southend-on-Sea: A Dreamy Seaside Rendezvous Near London

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Southend-on-Sea: A vibrant city on the coast.

Southend-on-Sea: A vibrant city on the coast.

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A must-stay hotel in Basildon for a luxurious experience

A must-stay hotel in Basildon for a luxurious experience

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A tranquil haven in the city, enjoy international quality and convenient service

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