St Mary's 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.
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.
Solent University
This city center university forms part of the Cultural Quarter, a district home to galleries, museums, parks and performing arts venues.
Things to do
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour
Journey Through Winchester's Past
From Portsmouth: Isle of Wight Day Tour by Bus and Ferry
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Top hotels in St Mary's
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
"Food was decent"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Novotel Southampton
"Overall experience was great except the wifi in the room wasn’t working. I had to go downstairs in the lobby to order food from outside. When traveling from abroad, like me, the cellphone network is not the greatest."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Moxy Southampton
"It is a very funky hotel in the heart of things. Staff were wonderful and accommodating. Rooms are small but they offer great common areas to hang out."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
"The room was dusty and the cupboard area is very dated and in poor condition. The bathroom was very poor - useless shower with no power to the spray, dirty grout on tiles. Generally poor maintenance and cou la d do with a complete refurbishment."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
"Room with no windows!! You have to turn the lights on even in most sunny days... Drain blocked in the basin."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Harbour Hotel Southampton
Other neighbourhoods around St Mary's
Old Town
While visiting Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Tudor House and Garden and Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton.
Maritime Quarter
If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Southampton City Centre
The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Ocean Village Marina or Tudor House and Garden might round out your trip.
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.
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.
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.
