Portswood Travel Guide
Southampton
Popular places to visit
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.
Southampton Cruise Terminal
One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.
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.
St. Mary's Stadium
Catch an event at St. Mary's Stadium during your trip to Southampton. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
New Forest Wildlife Park
Enjoy an outing to New Forest Wildlife Park during your stay in Denny Lodge. Wander through the lush forest and waterfront in this quaint area.
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
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Top hotels in Portswood
Novotel Southampton
Very nice and clean room and the reception staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Very nice rooms and attentive staff.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Moxy Southampton
The room was great with two double beds and two tv’s for each bed, very clean and modern and a good location for our visit to the mayflower theatre
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Harbour Hotel Southampton
We were upgraded to a huge room! Lovely stay - lovely staff.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Royal Maritime Hotel
Nice room and easy to get to town
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portswood
Bevois Valley
Though Bevois Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Southampton Guildhall.
Banister's Park
While there might not be top attractions in Banister's Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.
Swaythling
While Swaythling may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Brook Theater and The Common.
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.
Northam
While Northam isn't home to many top sights, Southampton Cruise Terminal and St. Mary's Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bassett Green
Though Bassett Green may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Brook Theater and The Common.
