Shirley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway
All aboard for a classic steam railway journey through gorgeous Hampshire woodlands and colorful flower displays packed with fascinating and rare blooms.
Activities
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Private Southampton Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Shirley Hotel Deals
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
I have stayed at this hotel now 6 times as I use a local garage to do repairs on my vehicles. Always had excellent service
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Novotel Southampton
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Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Wonderful hotel comfortable beds and pillows spotlessly clean. Nice decor. Would highly recommend and will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Moxy Southampton
We stayed overnight for cruise next day. The place is very clean. Friendly staff and checking in was great. Thanks definitely will stay here again. Sandi and Rob
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
We have stayed at Leonardo twice waiting for cruises to come into Port so it is very convenient, however during both stays we were shoveled around to different rooms due to one problem or another. The hotel, no matter how convenient to the port will no longer be our hotel of choice when in Southampton. ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
Check in was smooth. Hotel room waste of time, woken up at 6am by the gym - really loud thuds. Hotel told me that my room was allocated away from the noise, clearly not. Breakfast was good and so was the gym
Reviewed on 11 May 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.
