Old Town

Southampton

Southampton showing heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture
Tudor House and Garden showing a house and interior views
Tudor House and Garden featuring a house and interior views
Tudor House and Garden which includes a square or plaza and a house
Tudor House and Garden which includes art, a house and interior views

Popular places to visit

Tudor House and Garden which includes a house and interior views

Tudor House and Garden

5/5(1 review)

Peer back into the day-to-day lives of Southampton’s Norman and Tudor residents at the city’s most important historic house, garden and ruins.

Tudor House and Garden
Medieval Merchant's House

Medieval Merchant's House

This surviving treasure provides a rare glimpse of a typical medieval English townhouse and offers a simpler alternative to the ornate Tudor House.

Medieval Merchant's House
Southampton Cruise Terminal

Southampton Cruise Terminal

4.5/5(216 reviews)

One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.

Southampton Cruise Terminal
University of Southampton

University of Southampton

4/5(55 reviews)

Tour an oceanographic research institute, watch independent theater productions and see designs by notable British architects at this 150-year-old university.

University of Southampton
Mayflower Theatre showing theatre scenes and signage

Mayflower Theatre

4.5/5(49 reviews)

From touring West End musicals to magic shows, stand-up comedy to children’s entertainment, this historic theater serves up Southampton’s best entertainment.

Mayflower Theatre
Mayflower Park

Mayflower Park

Sit on a bench in this riverside park where over the ages other visitors have witnessed the passing of famous vessels and the naming of new ones.

Mayflower Park

Things to do

Courtesy of English Heritage

Southampton: Post-Cruise Tour to London via Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor

€190
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Southampton: Post-Cruise Tour to London via Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

€18
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

€11
per adult
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour
The Winchester Ghost Walk

The Winchester Ghost Walk

€17
per adult
The Winchester Ghost Walk
Journey Through Winchester's Past

Journey Through Winchester's Past

€14
per adult
Journey Through Winchester's Past
Southampton Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Southampton Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

€5
per adult
Southampton Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Old Town

The Star Hotel

The Star Hotel

3 out of 5
26 High Street, Southampton, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (970 reviews)
"Friendly staff, comfortable bed, nice breakfast. Thanks"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa

The Winchester Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Worthy Lane, Winchester, England
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Winchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice stay, friendly staff and dinner was amazing."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Harbour Hotel Southampton

Harbour Hotel Southampton

5 out of 5
5 Maritime Walk, Ocean Village, Southampton, England
The price is €167 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
€167
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Modern with great views of the river Top quality hotel"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Harbour Hotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road, Southampton, England
The price is €88 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
€88
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,637 reviews)
"My stay was only one night. When booking the picture portrayed the hotel having lots of boats etc and near water. There was none! The staff was very helpful and friendly. There was a wedding and tge vibrations from the music and pontoon the floor above us kept us from having a the quietness needed ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade, Southampton, England
The price is €77 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
€77
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Moxy Southampton
voco Southampton by IHG

voco Southampton by IHG

4 out of 5
Herbert Walker Avenue, Southampton, England
The price is €94 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
€94
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,311 reviews)
Great rebranded hotel
"Sinkbwas blocked when we got to the room, but it was resolved quickly with a new room. Friendly staff, and room was clean. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town

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Southampton City Centre

4/5(584 area reviews)

The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Southampton Maritime Museum or Southampton Passenger Terminal might round out your trip.

Southampton City Centre
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St Mary's

While there might not be top attractions in St Mary's, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and St. Mary's Stadium.

St Mary's
Solent Sky Museum featuring interior views and aircraft

Maritime Quarter

If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Maritime Quarter
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Ocean Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Ocean Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Ocean Village Marina or Harbour Lights Picturehouse.

Ocean Village
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Bedford Place

While Bedford Place isn't home to many top sights, Southampton Cruise Terminal and Southampton Guildhall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bedford Place
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The Polygon

While there might not be top attractions in The Polygon, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.

The Polygon

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