Southway Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Activities
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Our pick of the best Southway Hotel Deals
A Home From Home 2
The listing stated there would be eggs and bread for a self made breakfast. This couldn’t be further from the truth, I saw no sign of the eggs or bread and was not shown a kitchen. Not what I was expecting at all. Please can I be reimbursed for this difference.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Moxy Plymouth
Staff friendly and room tidy and clean. Good show and breakfast was great
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
Great location
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Future Inn Plymouth
Good value hotel, spacius rooms but clumd do with updating now as other hotels are starting to seem more invested in.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
Only issue bedroom bin not emptied. Other then that perfect
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Having stayed at this hotel approximately a dozen times it’s been the last few visits that I have to ask every evening for clean towels and coffee refills! They then still don’t give the room any attention! Light bulbs missing from bedside lights! Very basic maintenance and housekeeping!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southway
Crown Hill
Crown Hill is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, seaside views and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Crown Hill, consider stopping by Home Park or The Box, located nearby.
Derriford
When in Derriford, you can plan a visit to Home Park and Saltram House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Widewell
While there might not be top attractions in Widewell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Home Park and Saltram House.
Whitleigh
While Whitleigh isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and China Fleet Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Estover
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Estover and surrounding area, you can visit Saltram House and Home Park.
Mainstone
Mainstone might not have many top sights, but Saltram House and Home Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
