Title: Exbury Travel Guide: Best of Exbury, Southampton Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Exbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Exbury-Hotels.d553248635975875063.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Exbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Exbury-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975875063.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Exbury Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Exbury.d553248635975875063.Car-Hire-Guide)[Exbury Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Exbury.d553248635975875063.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Exbury Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Beautiful gardens at Exbury...plus a little steam train ride to keep the kids happy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6265163/d5a01dee-b694-484c-b085-4c6d7056c0b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Exbury House, built by Lionel Nathan de Rothschild in the 1920's and located in the Exbury Gardens near Southampton. During the Second World War it was requisitioned by the Royal Navy and served as the headquarters for the planning of the Normandy landings. It is not open to the public.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/67e30fab-aab2-485d-a9d6-e4998407c842.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Exbury House, New Forest, April 2016](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/cbfb6bce-f176-49e7-940a-e6bd05f0a91e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Exbury House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/dab87166-1e3c-4f4e-9d65-7556a785a8ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/dab87166-1e3c-4f4e-9d65-7556a785a8ee.jpg) by [Tom Pennington](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/10491) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Lake reflections at Exbury Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/2b943238-aef1-4463-a6f6-0f94ffbda19c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/2b943238-aef1-4463-a6f6-0f94ffbda19c.jpg) by [John Firth](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/20991) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Exbury Things to do - Top hotels in Exbury - Top Holiday Rentals in Exbury ![Leonardo Hotel Southampton ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1180000/1178300/1178290/05076bde_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leonardo Hotel Southampton 1 Charlotte Place Southampton England £62 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,272 reviews) Good functional and convenient Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=1178290&PinnedHotelID=1178290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975875063) ![Novotel Southampton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4500/4431/91305532_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Southampton 1 West Quay Road Southampton England £62 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Fridge light blinked all night. Had to cover with jacket Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=4431&PinnedHotelID=4431&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975875063) ![Moxy Southampton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42110000/42101700/42101688/832abf4d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy Southampton Harbour Parade Southampton England £74 9 Apr - 10 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, and it's a nice hotel but far too warm to sleep. The first room I was given was 25 degrees when I opened the door. The staff helpfully moved me to a room on the other side which was cooler, but I struggled to sleep later as the temperature hovered around ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=42101688&PinnedHotelID=42101688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975875063) [See all 4,146 properties in Exbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635975875063) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![room2 Southampton Hometel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22610000/22608700/22608660/4b40b014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### room2 Southampton Hometel 1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,204 reviews) Very good room overlooking the park. The heating worked well and quickly. The kitchen/diner area was very convenient. The breakfast choice was limited and quality average. We didn’t try an evening meal there. Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Hotels-Room2-Southampton.h22608660.Hotel-Information) ![5 bedroom modern home Hayling Island Peaceful family stays](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123580000/123575800/123575722/3fb5e310_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 5 bedroom modern home Hayling Island Peaceful family stays Copse lane England Stay at this villa in Hayling Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Portsmouth International Port and Gunwharf Quays are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) Host was very helpful. Beautiful, large clean house. Lovely view from the balcony. Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hayling-Island-Hotels-5-Bedroom-Modern-Home-Hayling-Island-Peaceful-Family-Stays.h123575722.Hotel-Information) ![The Cliff House Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6180000/6175200/6175183/7ea4dce7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Cliff House Hotel Marine Drive West New Milton England Stay at this holiday home in New Milton. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Barton-on-sea Beach and Highcliffe Beach are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (413 reviews) Everything was great, especially the views of sea and the Needles from the room and restaurant/bar below. Highly recommended. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-The-Cliff-House-Hotel.h6175183.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Exbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975875063&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Exbury hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975875063&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Southampton Cruise Terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156577/06e47e05-6d9c-4858-a50d-bdbfdd026b0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Southampton Cruise Terminal One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Cruise-Terminal-Freemantle.d6156577.Attraction) ![University of Southampton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092063/7ac07444-c8d0-48d3-bdcd-99b8b9ea57b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Southampton-Portswood.d6092063.Attraction) ![Mayflower Theatre showing signage and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167566/601d46f7-1f79-4d7f-900e-14b76c57f01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayflower-Theatre-The-Polygon.d6167566.Attraction) ![Southampton Saint Mary's Stadium Football club aerial towards Itchen river autumn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092061/0974abd9-31a5-4b8f-bef2-cda374e7c53c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Mary's Stadium Catch an event at St. Mary's Stadium during your trip to Southampton. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Marys-Stadium-Northam.d6092061.Attraction) ![Buckler's hard , New forest, England, United Kingdom](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6265169/5ddebeb8-a2d2-429c-ba0e-16a3fe9bff78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Forest-Wildlife-Park-Southampton.d6265169.Attraction) ![Mayflower Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170713/0547e4f1-c4f2-4abf-9cf4-2737aae5ae59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayflower-Park-Southampton-City-Centre.d6170713.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5213559/94be67f4-c3bb-4f96-a63b-77dd36973a4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket £8 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isle-of-wight-osborne-admission-ticket.a5213559.activity-details) ![Private Winchester Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48218822/3507caed-57ca-48c0-bb27-a52bb3ea7c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Winchester Walking Tour £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-winchester-walking-tour.a48218822.activity-details) ![Southampton: Guided Ghost Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48074726/6d9a251e-6cbd-4a93-a4b1-b194887e4d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Southampton Ghost Walk £15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-southampton-ghost-walk.a48074726.activity-details) ![Portsmouth: Ghost Walk Tour with a Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48359817/25ad2fdc-f793-468c-942b-4a10d529f3fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Portsmouth Ghost Walk £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-portsmouth-ghost-walk.a48359817.activity-details) ![2.5 Hours SightSeeing Tour in Beaulieu River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45048825/2a29f7aa-9cdd-45f4-a1a7-a1b403ca5330.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2.5 Hours SightSeeing Tour in Beaulieu River £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/25-hours-sightseeing-tour-in-beaulieu-river.a45048825.activity-details) ![Alfred the Great Ghost Trail in Winchester](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4747597/abd3cc70-d86d-4b29-9f46-cbc903a182d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### King Alfred the Great Ghost Trail in Winchester £12 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/king-alfred-the-great-ghost-trail-in-winchester.a4747597.activity-details) [See all activities in Exbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Exbury.d553248635975875063.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Exbury ![Southampton which includes heritage architecture, a castle and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/98d52737-65d7-4b2b-8018-3c7eb867dcd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Southampton ![ponies and foals in the new forest near brockenhurst in hampshire](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5697/52984d35-2233-4b56-8fc9-90df4e908b3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Brockenhurst ![Hatchet Pond provides valuable habitats for wildlife and is a scenic backdrop for a picnic or wildlife watching.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180811/b9754b5f-6d04-4861-a88c-afc70e4b3c25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Beaulieu ![Pine trees, Badminston Common.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000011507/c3fc4b1b-1091-44e0-afb6-3e7eeba0fb27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Robin Somes](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/123) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Fawley - Cities near Exbury - Places of interest [Southampton](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton.dx3245)[Brockenhurst](https://expedia.co.uk/Brockenhurst.dx5697)[Beaulieu](https://expedia.co.uk/Beaulieu.dx180811)[Fawley](https://expedia.co.uk/Fawley.dx3000011507)[Blackfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Blackfield.dx3000472053)[Buckler's Hard](https://expedia.co.uk/Bucklers-Hard.dx553248634834283794) - [Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway ](https://expedia.co.uk/Exbury-Gardens-And-Steam-Railway-Southampton.d6265163.Attraction) - [Southampton Cruise Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Cruise-Terminal-Freemantle.d6156577.Attraction) - [New Forest National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Forest-National-Park-England.d6046242.Attraction) - [Gunwharf Quays ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gunwharf-Quays-Portsmouth.d6133261.Attraction) - [Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World ](https://expedia.co.uk/Paultons-Family-Theme-Park-Home-Of-Peppa-Pig-World-Romsey.d553248621562854464.Attraction) - [Portsmouth International Port ](https://expedia.co.uk/Portsmouth-International-Port-Portsmouth.d6179435.Attraction) - [Portsmouth Historic Dockyard ](https://expedia.co.uk/Portsmouth-Historic-Dockyard-Portsmouth.d6170578.Attraction) - [WestQuay Shopping Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/WestQuay-Shopping-Centre-Southampton-City-Centre.d6156579.Attraction) - [Beaulieu National Motor Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Beaulieu-National-Motor-Museum-Brockenhurst.d6092107.Attraction) - [South Downs National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Downs-National-Park-England.d6281494.Attraction) - [University of Southampton ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Southampton-Portswood.d6092063.Attraction) - [Winchester Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Cathedral-Winchester.d6092087.Attraction) - [HMS Victory ](https://expedia.co.uk/HMS-Victory-Portsmouth.d6092027.Attraction) - [Portsmouth Guildhall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Portsmouth-Guildhall-Portsmouth-City-Centre.d553248634855573858.Attraction) - [Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yarmouth-Isle-Of-Wight-Ferry-Terminal-Yarmouth.d553248635930541396.Attraction) - [Ryde Pier Head Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ryde-Pier-Head-Terminal-Ryde.d6224794.Attraction) - [Marwell Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marwell-Zoo-Winchester.d6167556.Attraction) - [Osborne House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Osborne-House-East-Cowes.d6092081.Attraction) - [Mayflower Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayflower-Theatre-The-Polygon.d6167566.Attraction) - [Lymington Pier Ferry Port ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lymington-Pier-Ferry-Port-Lymington.d6280589.Attraction) - [University of Portsmouth ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Portsmouth-Portsmouth-City-Centre.d6092049.Attraction) - [Mudeford Quay ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mudeford-Quay-Christchurch.d553248621555744002.Attraction) - [Southbourne Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Southbourne-Beach-Bournemouth.d553248635978488731.Attraction) - [Shanklin Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Beach-Shanklin.d6194263.Attraction) - [Mary Rose Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mary-Rose-Museum-Portsmouth.d553248621533024457.Attraction) - [New Forest Wildlife Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Forest-Wildlife-Park-Southampton.d6265169.Attraction) - [Ocean Village Marina ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocean-Village-Marina-Southampton-City-Centre.d6092065.Attraction) - [Ventnor Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ventnor-Beach-Ventnor.d6092071.Attraction) - [Spinnaker Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spinnaker-Tower-England.d6092023.Attraction) - [Mayflower Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayflower-Park-Southampton-City-Centre.d6170713.Attraction)