Southampton City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Southampton City Centre
Popular places to visit

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.

Solent University
This city center university forms part of the Cultural Quarter, a district home to galleries, museums, parks and performing arts venues.

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.

Southampton Maritime Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Southampton Maritime Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Southampton. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Old City Walls
Follow Southampton’s ancient Norman walls to discover medieval churches, a king’s wine cellar and the hotel where Jane Austen celebrated her 18th birthday.

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.
Activities

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

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

Private Walking Tour of Southampton

Southampton Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Our pick of the best Southampton City Centre Hotel Deals

Moxy Southampton
Great location, friendly and clean. Skip the breakfast though - terrible and expensive!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Harbour Hotel Southampton
The layout of our suite was weird. The frosted glass bathroom door covered two electrical outlets when open. Other than that we would stay again but would bring more UK power converters.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
The location was convenient as there were restaurants and historical sites within easy walking distances. I felt safe in the area. Very convenient for cruiseship passengers. Our room a very tiny “portable fridge “ on floor (odd!) under the bench, good for a few waters but not good if you cant bend ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

voco Southampton by IHG
Registering was quick and efficient. The staff were helpful. The Restaurant was excellent both food and staffing.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

room2 Southampton Hometel
Staff was super!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

ibis budget Southampton Centre
You have cgarged me twice. How do I get a refund? j22pgj@gmail.com
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southampton City Centre

Old Town
While visiting Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Tudor House and Garden and Oceans - A unique Southampton Experience.

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

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.

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.
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.

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.