Southampton City Centre Travel Guide
Visit Southampton City Centre
Popular places to visit
Solent University
This city center university forms part of the Cultural Quarter, a district home to galleries, museums, parks and performing arts venues.
SeaCity Museum
Sail back into Southampton’s rich nautical past at this state-of-the-art museum created to mark the 100-year anniversary of RMS Titanic’s ill-fated maiden voyage.
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.
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.
Old City Walls
Follow Southampton’s ancient Norman walls to discover medieval churches, a king’s wine cellar and the hotel where Jane Austen celebrated her 18th birthday.
Civic Centre
The four wings of this extraordinary building from the 1930s showcase a wealth of architectural designs. Learn about the city’s seafaring history and art scene.
Activities
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Windsor from Southampton Port
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port
Private Walking Tour of Southampton
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Shore Excursion and Cruise Transfer to and from Southampton
Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London
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Other neighbourhoods around Southampton City Centre
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 Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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 Civic Centre.