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

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

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

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

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

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

€150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London
Courtesy of English Heritage

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

€226
per adult
88% 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
96% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

€50
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port

€147
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port
Luxury tour of Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral

Luxury tour of Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral

€344
per adult
Luxury tour of Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral
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Top hotels in Old Town

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! (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely modern hotel in walking distance, 15mins, to Winchester Centre. A few local pubs close to hotel. Fantastic breakfast and restaurant."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

4 out of 5
Sandy Lane, Shedfield, Southampton, England
The price is €91 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
€91
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Molly on reception excellent!"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

4 out of 5
Pembroke Road, Portsmouth, England
The price is €92 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
€92
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place, Southampton, England
The price is €88 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€88
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,194 reviews)
Leonardo Hotel southampton
"Lovely hotel, amazing breakfast, would use again."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road, Southampton, England
The price is €119 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€119
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,590 reviews)
"The staff was warm and welcoming. The buffet options for breakfast were well worth the price."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday

4 out of 5
Paternoster Row, Winchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €86 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€86
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Winchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Our stay
"Didn't eat at hotel mainly good cleanliness however toilet bowl very stained needed bleach and a scrub. Bed comfy nice view basic group ideal for one night"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Winchester Wessex Hotel by Sunday
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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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