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
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.
The Common
Enjoy a stop at The Common, an entertaining place to visit in Southampton. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Private Southampton Walking Tour
Bar & Club Night Pass to multiple venues in Southampton
Private Walking Tour of Southampton
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic: Private Tour
Our pick of the best Portswood Hotel Deals
Moxy Southampton
Friendly reception staff . Room was. Lovely and clean . Hotel in a great location
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG
it’s very nice hotel .
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Simple, but clean and comfortable. Temperature of room good and double glazing helped with road noise. Good service, convenient for city centre, will likely stay again.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Novotel Southampton
None only cleanliness of hotel stay staff communication was limited
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
Good stay as ever. Thanks
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Harbour Hotel Southampton
Fantastic
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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.
