Old Town Travel Guide

Southampton

Southampton which includes heritage architecture, a castle and heritage elements
Tudor House and Garden showing a house and interior views
Tudor House and Garden showing a house and interior views
Tudor House and Garden featuring a square or plaza and a house
Tudor House and Garden featuring a house, interior views and art

Popular places to visit

Tudor House and Garden showing 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 signage and theatre scenes

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

Rp2.920.766
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London
Courtesy of English Heritage

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

Rp4.383.379
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

Rp350.312
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Private Walking Tour of Southampton

Private Walking Tour of Southampton

Rp481.679
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Walking Tour of Southampton
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port

Rp2.787.210
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port
Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London

Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London

Rp9.852.530
per traveller
Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London
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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 Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (957 reviews)
One Night Pre Cruise Stay
"We were there for a RC Pre Cruise 1 night stay. The hotel will keep your large cases, as the rooms are smaller and you won't have to get them to your rooms as there is a bit of walking involved to reach your room. I packed a small over night which worked nicely. The staff is lovely and helpful. No ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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The Star Hotel
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 Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Super friendly staff great comfy and clean room"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place, Southampton, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.172.412 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp1.172.412
Rp1.406.894 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,212 reviews)
Great location
"Helpful staff. Good breakfast. Comfy beds. Great location to port and town. Downside: bathroom could do with being updated"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 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 Rp1.430.590 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.430.590
Rp1.716.708 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,624 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

4 out of 5
Sandy Lane, Shedfield, Southampton, England
The price is Rp1.103.331 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.103.331
Rp1.323.997 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in their ...
6.8/10 (1,006 reviews)
"No plug sockets near bed where phone can be charged. Nearest sockets all 'special' (non UK standard). Had to unplug TV and charge phone out of reach and use. If UK sockets are disdained, USB ports near the bed would have been very useful. Apart from that everything else was A1"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Harbour Hotel Southampton

Harbour Hotel Southampton

5 out of 5
5 Maritime Walk, Ocean Village, Southampton, England
The price is Rp2.767.678 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp2.767.678
Rp3.321.213 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Had a great stay"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Harbour Hotel Southampton
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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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