Old Town
Southampton
Popular places to visit
Tudor House and Garden
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.
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.
Southampton Cruise Terminal
One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.
University of Southampton
Tour an oceanographic research institute, watch independent theater productions and see designs by notable British architects at this 150-year-old university.
Mayflower Theatre
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 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.
Things to do
Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London
Southampton: Post-Cruise Tour to London via Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port
Luxury tour of Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral
Top hotels in Old Town
The Star Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Southampton City Centre
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.
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.
Maritime Quarter
If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
- Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton
- Oceans - A unique Southampton Experience
- Southampton Cruise Terminal
- New Forest National Park
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World
- Gunwharf Quays
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- South Downs National Park
- WestQuay Shopping Centre
- Marwell Zoo
- Osborne House
- Mayflower Park
- St. Mary's Stadium
- Ocean Village Marina
- New Forest Wildlife Park