Portswood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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.

New Forest Wildlife Park
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at New Forest Wildlife Park during your travels in Southampton. Amble around this quaint area's lush forest and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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.

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway
All aboard for a classic steam railway journey through gorgeous Hampshire woodlands and colorful flower displays packed with fascinating and rare blooms.
Activities

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

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

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

Private Walking Tour of Southampton

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port
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Other neighbourhoods around Portswood
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.

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.
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 Stoneham Golf Club.

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 Stoneham Golf Club and The Brook Theater.
- University of Southampton
- Southampton Cruise Terminal
- New Forest National Park
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World
- Portsmouth International Port
- WestQuay Shopping Centre
- Lymington Pier Ferry Port
- HMS Victory
- Mayflower Theatre
- University of Portsmouth
- Ageas Bowl Cricket Ground
- Marwell Zoo
- New Forest Wildlife Park
- St. Mary's Stadium
- University of Winchester
- Spinnaker Tower
- Ocean Village Marina