Southway Travel Guide
Plymouth
Popular places to visit
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Things to do
Plymouth: 1-Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise
Forest Wood Fired Sauna & Cold Water River Swim
Plymouth Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Plymouth
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
South Devon Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz UK
Top hotels in Southway
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Moxy Plymouth
Stay at Moxi was fab as always. Clean and comfortable room with everything you need. Staff helpful, breakfast fantastic, fresh with lots of choice. Will be back.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Future Inn Plymouth
Needed more shampoo and body wash for two nights stay. Plus there was no cold air coming out from the air conditioning.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
A very central hotel. Very clean & staff were friendly and helpful. My one gripe is that when we were having late evening drinks in the bar, staff started tidying the room up around us & laying up for breakfast. It didn’t make us feel very relaxed or welcome to be there. That was a shame.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
St. Mellion Estate
When anyone walk the floor was noisy not in the room only but in the hallway
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
Great location, there is a car park underneath and you get discount if you pay at reception. Bed was very comfy and quiet. There was a bit of road noise as we had to sleep with the room open as the room was quite hot. Check in and out was easy and quick.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southway
Crown Hill
Crown Hill is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, seaside views and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Crown Hill, consider stopping by Home Park or Drake Circus, located nearby.
Derriford
When in Derriford, you can plan a visit to Home Park and Saltram House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Widewell
While there might not be top attractions in Widewell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Buckland Abbey and Home Park.
Whitleigh
While Whitleigh isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
Estover
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Estover and surrounding area, you can visit Saltram House and Home Park.
Mainstone
Mainstone might not have many top sights, but Saltram House and Home Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
