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.
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.
Activities
Southampton Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Private Southampton Walking Tour
Bar & Club Night Pass to multiple venues in Southampton
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals
The Star Hotel
"Great location for Guild Hall. Staff were very pleasant and helpful. It was a Friday and very noisy at night, probably ask for a room at rear next time."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
"Staff was excellent. Hotel clean and I would definitely go back."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Novotel Southampton
"Great hotel with helpful staff and ideal location."
Reviewed on 18 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
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 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.
Maritime Quarter
If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
