Southampton City Centre
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Visit Southampton City Centre
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

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.

Southampton Maritime Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Southampton Maritime Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Southampton. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

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.
Things to do

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

Private Southampton Walking Tour

Bar & Club Night Pass to multiple venues in Southampton

Private Walking Tour of Southampton

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Romsey from Southampton Port

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic: Private Tour
Top hotels in Southampton City Centre

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Excellent
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Moxy Southampton
Great location near cruise port! Clean hotel! Great local restaurants
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Harbour Hotel Southampton
We love this hotel.Beautiful and the staff a really attentive
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Novotel Southampton
Very nice and clean room and the reception staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

voco Southampton by IHG
A quick but very comfortable stay, hotel was very clean and tidy and modern. Staff were all excellent
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

room2 Southampton Hometel
Everything good
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southampton City Centre

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
