Southend-on-Sea

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A go-kart track with multiple lanes and spectators.

Where to stay in Southend-on-Sea

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Thorpe Bay

Travelers like the beaches in Thorpe Bay, and Thorpe Bay Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

4 out of 5
77 Eastwoodbury Crescent Southend-on-Sea England
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southend-on-Sea. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
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Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel

4 out of 5
5-7 Clifton Terrace Southend-on-Sea England
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Southend-on-Sea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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The Palace Hotel

The Palace Hotel

3 out of 5
Church Road Southend-on-Sea England
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Southend-on-Sea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
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Staycations Maldon Suites

Staycations Maldon Suites

4 out of 5
The Kings Head Centre Maldon England
Stay at this aparthotel in Maldon. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Blackwater Leisure Centre and Museum of ...
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Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast

3 out of 5
Bell Farm Lane Sheerness England
Stay at this cottage in Sheerness. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Minster Gatehouse Museum and Barton's Point ...
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The Lower Bell

The Lower Bell

3 out of 5
201 Old Chatham Road Aylesford England
Stay at this apartment in Aylesford. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Oare Marshes Nature Reserve and Kent ...
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Stay near popular Southend-on-Sea attractions

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Adventure Island

8.4/10 (126 reviews)
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Adventure Island as part of your trip to Southend-on-Sea. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

$18
per adult
RHS Garden Hyde Hall
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Cities near Southend-on-Sea

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Westcliff-on-Sea

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Rochford

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Hockley

A beach with boats, a curved walkway, and a cloudy sky.

Leigh-on-Sea