Shirley Travel Guide
Southampton
Popular places to visit
The Common
Enjoy a stop at The Common, an entertaining place to visit in Southampton. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 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.
New Forest Wildlife Park
Enjoy an outing to New Forest Wildlife Park during your stay in Southampton. Wander through the lush forest and waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do
Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour
Top hotels in Shirley
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Generally good, we would stay again.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Moxy Southampton
Clean quiet room, could've been cooler personally. Lovely breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Great place to stay when cruising.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
Room as good, bathroom needed a good clean, but overall the room as ok. Bar area is nice and food was good. Service a little slow but friendly. Parking was nice and easy, and I would stay again.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The Winchester Hotel & Spa
yes
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Portsmouth
Yes. But not enough storage and surface area
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
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.
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.
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.
Bassett
While visiting Bassett, you might make a stop by sights like The Common and Childrens Pleasure Park.
Shirley Travel Guide
- Southampton Cruise Terminal
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World
- Gunwharf Quays
- Portsmouth International Port
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- Salisbury Cathedral
- Winchester Cathedral
- HMS Victory
- WestQuay Shopping Centre
- University of Portsmouth
- St. Mary's Stadium
- Marwell Zoo
- New Forest Wildlife Park
- Spinnaker Tower
