St Mary's Travel Guide
Southampton
Popular places to visit
Southampton Cruise Terminal
One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Portsmouth: The D-Day Story Entry Ticket
Isle of Wight: Carisbrooke Castle Entry Ticket
Winchester: King Alfred the Great Haunted Ghost Tour
Winchester: Historic Castles and Cathedrals Walking Tour
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Top hotels in St Mary's
Moxy Southampton
Excellent staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG
The Staff were all lovely, very helpful and cheerful. Rooms very clean. Shame no heating in Restaurant are. Extremely cold.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Staff were great
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Novotel Southampton
Great stay
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
Check in helped by an extremely friendly young man. Room spotless with everything you could need. We will definitely use again for future cruises
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Harbour Hotel Southampton
For such an expensive hotel - the price should have included breakfast !
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St Mary's
Old Town
While visiting Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Tudor House and Garden and Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton.
Maritime Quarter
If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Genting Casino are top sights worth seeing.
Southampton City Centre
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 Ocean Village Marina might round out your trip.
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.
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.
