Shirley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Southampton Cruise Terminal
One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Activities
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Private Southampton Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Shirley Hotel Deals
Novotel Southampton
Very nice and clean room and the reception staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Room was great! Spacious and nice windows. Very professional staff!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Moxy Southampton
Staff, clean room, close to shopping.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Harbour Hotel Southampton
As it should be
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Royal Maritime Hotel
Hotel staff were friendly and efficient. Breakfast lovely and dinner outstanding. Hotel room was clean and carpets and furniture looked new. Only downside was the part we stayed in seemed to be being renovated.. so stairway and corridor walls and flooring were messy. Other than that we enjoyed our ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shirley
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.
Freemantle
If you're spending some time in Freemantle, Southampton Cruise Terminal and River Test are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Millbrook
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Millbrook and surrounding area, you can visit Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.
Bassett
While visiting Bassett, you might make a stop by sights like The Common and Childrens Pleasure Park.
