Bedford Place Travel Guide

Southampton

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Photo by Sandra Florença

Popular places to visit

Southampton Cruise Terminal

Southampton Cruise Terminal

4.5/5(216 reviews)

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

4/5(55 reviews)

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

4.5/5(49 reviews)

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
New Forest Wildlife Park

New Forest Wildlife Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at New Forest Wildlife Park during your travels in Southampton. Amble around this quaint area's lush forest and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

New Forest Wildlife Park
Solent University

Solent University

4/5(15 reviews)

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

Solent University

Things to do

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

฿5,821
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London
Courtesy of English Heritage

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

฿8,736
per adult
86% 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

฿711
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Private Sedan: London - Southampton Port

Private Sedan - Meet and Greet: London - Southampton Port

฿13,017
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
Private Sedan - Meet and Greet: London - Southampton Port
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

฿1,894
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Private Walking Tour of Southampton

Private Walking Tour of Southampton

฿978
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Walking Tour of Southampton
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Top hotels in Bedford Place

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place, Southampton, England
The price is ฿2,289 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿2,289
฿2,747 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,172 reviews)
"Location!!!"

Reviewed on 12 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 ฿1,549 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿1,549
฿1,858 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,029 reviews)
"Convenient to bus stop from London, to ship port, shopping and dining options. Hotel manager was wonderful."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

ibis budget Southampton Centre
Holiday Inn Express Southampton M27 Jct7 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Southampton M27 Jct7 by IHG

3 out of 5
Botley Road, West End, Southampton, England
The price is ฿2,143 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,143
฿2,572 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,090 reviews)
"Only snag was noise from guests after 6am. Quieter closing doors would help. This applies to all hotels. Otherwise a very pleasant stay,no problems."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express Southampton M27 Jct7 by IHG
Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Southampton Road, Portsmouth, England
The price is ฿2,580 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿2,580
฿3,096 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely stay, would recommend."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Portsmouth Marriott Hotel
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 ฿6,721 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿6,721
฿8,065 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,003 reviews)
"After a long flight our room was ready when we arrived a couple of hours early. Perfect. The location was convenient. The room was fine, we did not make use of the available gin."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Harbour Hotel Southampton
Botleigh Grange Hotel & Spa

Botleigh Grange Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Grange Road, Botleigh Grange Hotel, Southampton, England
The price is ฿2,563 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,563
฿3,075 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (290 reviews)
Lovely Staff and a Great Location
"I spent three nights here whilst away for work, I got there late on the first night and a late check-in was no problems, the staff here are fantastic, really nice people and always happy to talk, the hotel is in nice grounds with horse fields out the front, I went for a run around the local area ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Botleigh Grange Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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.

Bevois Valley
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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.

Banister's Park
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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
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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.

Northam
Southampton which includes heritage architecture, a castle and heritage elements

Old Town

While visiting Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Tudor House and Garden and Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton.

Old Town

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