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.
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.
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.
SeaCity Museum
Sail back into Southampton’s rich nautical past at this state-of-the-art museum created to mark the 100-year anniversary of RMS Titanic’s ill-fated maiden voyage.
Activities
Private Southampton Walking Tour
Southampton: Secrets of the Titanic Guided Walking Tour
Southampton: Post-Cruise Tour to London via Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor
Private sightseeing from Southampton choose your destintion
Our pick of the best Portswood Hotel Deals
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Great hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Lewis is a real credit to the team. Tidy, clean and well maintained. The only thing we saw that was dirty was the sticky lift doors everything else was immaculate. Beds were really comfy, great bedding, shower great. Nice size tv. I was really ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Clean rooms, very central for the town. Would recommend to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay in Winchester. Breakfast was good and enjoyed the pool. Although please note children only allowed for 1 hour in the morning which was a bit of a disappointment.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Moxy Southampton
Clean and modern. Great location
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
This hotel was clean, and the rooms were spacious. Customer Service was outstanding. It’s very very close to the cruise port. There were many restaurant/pubs nearby! We would definitely stay there again!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Novotel Southampton
We booked a fully wheelchair accessible room with roll in shower. The room had a bath which my husband wasn't able to get into. Also there was no air conditioning and the room becmane hot during the night. Would not book this hotel again as it did not meet our booked requirements
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
Clean room, food was pleasant, gym open late
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portswood
Bevois Valley
While visiting Bevois Valley, you might make a stop by sights like St Marys Leisure Centre and Alpine Snowsports Southampton.
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 Stoneham Golf Club.
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 Stoneham Golf Club and The Brook Theater.
