Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Tudor House and Garden which includes 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 featuring 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

Activities

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

NZ$293
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London
Courtesy of English Heritage

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

NZ$370
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

NZ$36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

NZ$98
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Private Sedan: London - Southampton Port

Private Sedan - Meet and Greet: London - Southampton Port

NZ$654
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
Private Sedan - Meet and Greet: London - Southampton Port
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port

NZ$287
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port
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Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals

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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (932 reviews)
Good for a 3 star, little dated
"Breakfast was limited, filter coffee only. Bathroom window just had a net curtain and was overlooked so didn’t use shower"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

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The Star Hotel
Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms

Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms

5 out of 5
Town Quay Road, Southampton, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)
"Stayed here prior to our cruise sailing. Walkable to terminal. We were so impressed. Lovely boutique and each room is unique and the attention to detail was superb. Delightful true Southampton feel with high end quality touches. We saw our ship from our window! The bar downstairs was cozy and dinner ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

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Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms
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 WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"A lovely weekend's stay at this hotel. Tranquil environment, friendly, welcoming staff, ideal location for visiting Winchester."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

4 out of 5
Sandy Lane, Shedfield, Southampton, England
The price is NZ$141 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$141
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"The staff are really friendly. The rooms are nice and the surroundings very nice. There is a bar and restaurant. We sat out drinking beer on the patio, we used the golf driving range for a small fee. There is a swimming pool and gym on site. We didnt uae these, there is a £5 fee per use of these ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place, Southampton, England
The price is NZ$165 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$165
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,190 reviews)
"Nice room, good location"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
ibis budget Southampton Centre

ibis budget Southampton Centre

2.5 out of 5
West Quay Road, Western Esplanade, Southampton, England
The price is NZ$106 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$106
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"the bed was comfortable the food for a continental breakfast was plenty of choices"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

ibis budget Southampton Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town

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Southampton City Centre

4/5(26 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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