Old Town
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
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 lively bars.
Things to do
Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London
Southampton: Post-Cruise Tour to London via Salisbury, Stonehenge and Windsor
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port
Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London
Top hotels in Old Town
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
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 Passenger Terminal or Ocean Village Marina might round out your trip.
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.
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.
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 City Art Gallery.
Freemantle
If you're spending some time in Freemantle, Southampton Cruise Terminal and River Test are top sights worth seeing.
Shirley
If you're spending some time in Shirley, The Common and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
- Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton
- Oceans - A unique Southampton Experience
- Southampton Cruise Terminal
- New Forest National Park
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World
- Gunwharf Quays
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- South Downs National Park
- WestQuay Shopping Centre
- St. Mary's Stadium
- Ageas Bowl Cricket Ground
- Osborne House
- Marwell Zoo
- Fratton Park
- New Forest Wildlife Park