Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Forest Wildlife Park
Enjoy an outing to New Forest Wildlife Park during your stay in Southampton. Wander through the lush forest and waterfront in this quaint area.
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
Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals
The Star Hotel
Spacious, comfortable room and very helpful staff. Great value. I've stayed here a few times.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms
The room was very clean, but the carpet needs to be replaced. Check in was tough as we were dropped in the alley and it looks a sketchy. Lovely restaurant there. Drinks were very expensive.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Moxy Southampton
Clean and friendly with a great decor
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Had a lovely stay at Leornado hotel Southampton. Fantastic value for money, fabulous breakfast with a great variety to choose from. Clean rooms & very attentitive staff. Thankyou The only slight issue is because this hotel is central it doesn't have it's own car park which was a bit tricky and the ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Conscientious and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Novotel Southampton
We didn't book breakfast with our stay. The lady at the restaurant was very friendly and helpful. She looked after us. It was wonderful. Our stay was quick .. one night to head off the next morning for a trans Atlantic cruise.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Southampton City Centre
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.
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.
Maritime Quarter
If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Old Town Travel Guide
- Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton
- Southampton Cruise Terminal
- New Forest National Park
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World
- Portsmouth International Port
- HMS Victory
- WestQuay Shopping Centre
- Mayflower Theatre
- University of Portsmouth
- University of Southampton
- St. Mary's Stadium
- Marwell Zoo
- Ocean Village Marina
- New Forest Wildlife Park
- Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium
