Portswood Travel Guide
Southampton
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.
Southampton Cruise Terminal
One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.
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.
Netley Abbey
Find out about the history of Hound with a stop at Netley Abbey. Wander the lush forest and waterfront in the area.
Things to do
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Private Southampton Walking Tour
Private Walking Tour of Southampton
Top hotels in Portswood
Brookvale Guest House Room 12
Moxy Southampton
Staff was great! Room was good…!Only negative was room was too hot & couldn’t adjust heat…
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Spotless quiet room and comfortable bed
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Really nice clean hotel with a decent size swimming pool for exercising in.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Royal Maritime Hotel
The room was spotless, staff really friendly and happy to help at all time
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
Nice enough, although the room was a bit cold.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portswood
Bevois Valley
Though Bevois Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Southampton Guildhall.
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 The Common.
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 The Brook Theater and The Common.
