Old Town Travel Guide

Southampton

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

Popular places to visit

Tudor House and Garden showing 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 showing 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

Things to do

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

฿687
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Southampton: Guided Ghost Walk

The Southampton Ghost Walk

฿644
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Southampton Ghost Walk
The Winchester Ghost Walk

The Winchester Ghost Walk

฿650
per adult
The Winchester Ghost Walk
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

฿429
per adult
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour

Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour

฿515
per adult
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour
Private Southampton Walking Tour

Private Southampton Walking Tour

฿944
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Southampton Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Old Town

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 Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (964 reviews)
"All very good"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

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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 Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"The room was nice if somewhat dark - dark wallpaper and dark furniture. The bathroom had a big shower but signs of mould in places. Sadly the shower didn’t work brilliantly, changing pressure and temperature. The spa was great had a fabulous massage."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place, Southampton, England
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,269 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,269
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,206 reviews)
"Safe and quiet, walkable."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade, Southampton, England
The price is ฿2,413 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿2,413
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay… great start to our vacation!!!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Moxy Southampton
voco Southampton by IHG

voco Southampton by IHG

4 out of 5
Herbert Walker Avenue, Southampton, England
The price is ฿2,953 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿2,953
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
"Super friendly on check in and it was just no bother thereafter. Nothing bad to say. Pleasant hotel - looks like a prison from the outside but they have done absolute wonders with the inside. Lifts were glitchy while we were there which was annoying but I’m sure that’s a temporary thing. Amazing ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Harbour Hotel Southampton

Harbour Hotel Southampton

5 out of 5
5 Maritime Walk, Ocean Village, Southampton, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,943 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿5,943
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
"Vita and staff were superb. Room was immaculate and modern."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Harbour Hotel Southampton
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town

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Southampton City Centre

4/5(584 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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