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

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 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! (932 reviews)
Good for a 3 star, little dated
"Breakfast was limited, filter coffee only. Bathroom window just had a net curtain and was overlooked so didn’t use shower"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

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The Star Hotel
Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms

Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms

5 out of 5
Town Quay Road, Southampton, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)
"Stayed here prior to our cruise sailing. Walkable to terminal. We were so impressed. Lovely boutique and each room is unique and the attention to detail was superb. Delightful true Southampton feel with high end quality touches. We saw our ship from our window! The bar downstairs was cozy and dinner ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

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Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely staff at check in Room was nice (though no space between twin beds) Bathroom lovely Enjoyed use of swimming pool Breakfast was wonderful - very friendly staff and good choice of food options - all very well cooked Easy to park and convenient location"

Reviewed on 11 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 €72 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€72
17 Aug - 18 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)
"The staff are really friendly. The rooms are nice and the surroundings very nice. There is a bar and restaurant. We sat out drinking beer on the patio, we used the golf driving range for a small fee. There is a swimming pool and gym on site. We didnt uae these, there is a £5 fee per use of these ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place, Southampton, England
The price is €82 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€82
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,191 reviews)
"Nice room, good location"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
ibis budget Southampton Centre

ibis budget Southampton Centre

2.5 out of 5
West Quay Road, Western Esplanade, Southampton, England
The price is €54 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
€54
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

ibis budget Southampton Centre
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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

Old Town

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