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A walk in the park

The Common

Enjoy a stop at The Common, an entertaining place to visit in Southampton. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theater scene.

The Common
Southampton Cruise Terminal

Southampton Cruise Terminal

4.5/5(96 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

4.5/5(21 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 featuring signage and theater scenes

Mayflower Theatre

5/5(1 review)

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
New Forest Wildlife Park

New Forest Wildlife Park

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to New Forest Wildlife Park during your stay in Denny Lodge. Wander the lush forest and waterfront in this quaint area.

New Forest Wildlife Park
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

Things to do

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

Walk the Secrets of the Titanic

$21
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Walk the Secrets of the Titanic
Picture 2 for Activity Portsmouth: Historic Dockyard Ultimate Explorer Ticket

Portsmouth: Historic Dockyard Ultimate Explorer Ticket

$61
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Portsmouth: Historic Dockyard Ultimate Explorer Ticket
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Southampton

Bar & Club Night Pass to multiple venues in Southampton

$7
per adult
Bar & Club Night Pass to multiple venues in Southampton
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Shirley Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

4 out of 5
Pembroke Road Portsmouth England
$59 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$70 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
Lovely double bed.

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
$61 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
$73 total
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,253 reviews)
Simple, but clean and comfortable. Temperature of room good and double glazing helped with road noise. Good service, convenient for city centre, will likely stay again.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade Southampton England
$66 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$80 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Room comfy, staff polite and helpful

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Moxy Southampton
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
$61 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$73 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
I didn't have breakfast but as a hotel it was convenient location, very well laid out room with everything. Also enjoyed the gym and swim facilities. The reception staff very friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Novotel Southampton
The Winchester Hotel & Spa

The Winchester Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Worthy Lane Winchester England
$111 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Jan 2 to Jan 3
$133 total
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Winchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable. A bit of noise as we had an adjoining room but it did not disturb our nights sleep. Breakfast was good quality. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club

4 out of 5
Sandy Lane Southampton England
$51 nightly
The price is $61 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$61 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club
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Other neighborhoods around Shirley

Stagnant pond. With leaves falling from the overhanging trees and little apparent throughflow this pond always seems stagnant.
Photo by Hugh Venables (CC BY-SA)

Banister's Park

While Banister's Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.

Banister's Park
Southampton Cruise Terminal

Freemantle

While visiting Freemantle, you might make a stop by sights like Southampton Cruise Terminal and River Test.

Freemantle
Mayflower Theatre which includes theater scenes and signage

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
Portuguese food!!! #Fish #Bacalhau

Bedford Place

When in Bedford Place, you can plan a visit to Southampton Cruise Terminal and Southampton Guildhall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bedford Place
The Royal Pier at Southampton. Hampshire UK. Located at the heart of an extremely busy south coast port, the rather sad remains of the Royal Pier at Southampton reflect many years of expansion to the structure. Originally designed by Doswell, and built in timber by William Betts, Southampton Royal Pier was opened by Princess Victoria (just prior to her becoming Queen) in 1833. Formerly consisting of a straight neck, the widened pier head was offset at an angle of 45 degrees, and a pair of tollbooths were erected at the entrance. In 1864 a floating pontoon and bridge were incorporated at the angle of pier neck and head, but were subsequently moved to the end of the pier head in 1870 to allow for the construction of a railway station. 1888 saw the entrance buildings enlarged, and considerable redevelopment work was carried out during the period 1891-1896. This work included an extension of the pier head at a cost of £26,142, and the building of the Prince of Wales steps in 1891. A pier head pavilion was added in 1894, at the same time as further reconstruction of the entrance buildings was undertaken. New refreshment rooms were completed in 1896, and a new pontoon was placed at the site of the old pier head in 1898. For the next 15 years, until the outbreak of the First World War, Southampton Royal Pier enjoyed its heyday. It could berth ten steamers at any given time, and the pavilion provided a whole programme of entertainments, including dancing, concerts, exhibitions, and even roller-skating from 1906. After the Great War the railway had deteriorated to such an extent that the service was finally closed in 1921. Notwithstanding this loss, the important ferry routes continued to flourish, a trend that has continued to the present day. The pier pavilion was extended in 1922 and the present gatehouse, described at the time as "wedding cake architecture", was opened in 1930. Designed by Edward Cooper Poole this new building was constructed nearer the pier neck to allow for a larger forecourt area at the entrance. Although the building as a whole is very ornate, one of the most noticeable features are the six cast-iron heraldic lions that survived from the earlier gatehouse. These magnificent crouching beasts, holding shields bearing the Hampshire Coat of Arms, were incorporated into the new design. On 29th September 1931 Flt Lt G R Stamforth set the world speed record, flying the Supermarine S.B.6 over Southampton Water and, until the 1960s, his aircraft was housed adjacent to Southampton Royal Pier as a visitor attraction. During the Second World War the pavilion remained closed as it was a target for German bombers, but it was re-opened in 1947 having been leased by Mecca Entertainment. In 1963 the pavilion was extended at a cost of over £100,000 and converted to a Ballroom. By 1979 the Mecca Ballroom had ceased trading, and the 900ft
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Millbrook

While there might not be top attractions in Millbrook, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.

Millbrook
Southampton Municipal Golf Course. Southampton Municipal Golf Course, photographed from by the Clubhouse.
Photo by GaryReggae (CC BY-SA)

Bassett

While visiting Bassett, you might make a stop by sights like The Common and Childrens Pleasure Park.

Bassett
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