Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Southampton showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle
Tudor House and Garden showing a house and interior views
Tudor House and Garden which includes a house and interior views
Tudor House and Garden featuring a square or plaza and a house
Tudor House and Garden showing a house, art and interior views

Popular places to visit

Tudor House and Garden which includes a house and interior views

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.

Tudor House and Garden
Medieval Merchant's House

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.

Medieval Merchant's House
Southampton Cruise Terminal

Southampton Cruise Terminal

One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.

Southampton Cruise Terminal
University 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.

University of Southampton
Mayflower Theatre featuring signage and theatre scenes

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.

Mayflower Theatre
Mayflower Park

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.

Mayflower Park

Activities

Courtesy of English Heritage

Southampton: Post-Cruise Tour to London via Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor

AU$339
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Southampton: Post-Cruise Tour to London via Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

AU$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Southampton: Guided Ghost Walk

The Southampton Ghost Walk

AU$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Southampton Ghost Walk
Private Walking Tour of Southampton

Private Walking Tour of Southampton

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Walking Tour of Southampton
Private Southampton Walking Tour

Private Southampton Walking Tour

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Southampton Walking Tour
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

AU$20
per adult
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals

The Star Hotel

The Star Hotel

3 out of 5
26 High Street, Southampton, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (923 reviews)
Good hotel but no AC or elevator
"This hotel worked for our short 3 day stay. The staff was great and very friendly. The room was in good shape and as described. I filtered my hotel search to include AC so beware it doesn’t have AC or a working elevator. The front desk and owner told us it was getting fixed the next day after we ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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The Star Hotel
Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms

Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms

5 out of 5
Town Quay Road, Southampton, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
"A nice, clean, simple hotel with a fabulous staff! Everyone was so welcoming and helpful, they made you feel at home. The breakfast and dinner were also lovely. A perfect stop before a cruise."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

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Ennios Boutique Hotel Rooms
The Winchester Hotel & Spa

The Winchester Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Worthy Lane, Winchester, England
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Winchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location and close to the railway station"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

4 out of 5
Sandy Lane, Shedfield, Southampton, England
The price is AU$121 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$121
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,003 reviews)
"Warm welcome & lovely hotel"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place, Southampton, England
The price is AU$129 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$129
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,182 reviews)
"We were only there for a night in order to be close to the boat. It certainly was adequate for that. There were shops and restaurants nearby, which was great. Security stole. Davidson I can’t unpack Metamucil and suppositories and a shelf that works on boats and I know I need like black pants."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
ibis budget Southampton Centre

ibis budget Southampton Centre

2.5 out of 5
West Quay Road, Western Esplanade, Southampton, England
The price is AU$93 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$93
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good as was going on a cruise so very convenient."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

ibis budget Southampton Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town

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Southampton City Centre

4/5(26 area reviews)

The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Southampton Maritime Museum or Southampton Passenger Terminal might round out your trip.

Southampton City Centre
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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.

St Mary's
Solent Sky Museum featuring interior views and aircraft

Maritime Quarter

If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Maritime Quarter
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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.

Ocean Village
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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.

Bedford Place
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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.

The Polygon

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