Title: Old Town Travel Guide: Best of Old Town, Southampton Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Old Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Southampton-Hotels.0-n914077305920487424-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Southampton](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Southampton.d3245.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Southampton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Southampton.d3245.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Old Town Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Old-Town.d914077305920487424.Car-Hire-Guide)[Old Town Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town.d914077305920487424.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Old Town Travel Guide ## Southampton ![Southampton UK seaside city panorama. Wide angle aerial view from the ferry terminal and port with large cruise ship mooring towards the Itchen toll bridge. Beautiful sunrise and calm sea. Urban area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/914077305920487424/d69dbac6-c8cb-4e09-a56e-d37b1676d185.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A quaint house and garden, even if you're not interested in the house I recommend having some tea in the cafe that has superb views of this garden #lifeatexpedia #historic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/383ef659-906a-4b2d-84d8-bda602bcbe93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Medieval Merchant\'s House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169967/66e843d6-2513-4eac-9f07-8e10751b0ab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Medieval Merchant\'s House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169967/bf831a1c-e3d1-4317-82a2-dbf08ac8b954.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Medieval Merchant\'s House showing heritage elements and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169967/09c6f73e-6b68-4b12-9976-898448693616.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Old Town Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Southampton travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton.dx3245) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Tudor House and Garden showing a house and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6261206/b1913dde-cb31-4716-9017-ba90d1691e43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tudor-House-And-Garden-Southampton-City-Centre.d6261206.Attraction) ![Medieval Merchant\'s House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169967/3cad8dcc-6326-4a48-aa6d-73590f48448d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Medieval-Merchants-House-Southampton-City-Centre.d6169967.Attraction) ![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) ### 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 Southampton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Southampton.d3245.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Old Town ![The Star Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1223100/1223013/3d2213f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Star Hotel 26 High Street Southampton England £47 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews) Only stayed one night but were made most welcome by the friendly staff. Would return again. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1223013&PinnedHotelID=1223013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=914077305920487424) ![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 £63 29 Mar - 30 Mar 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=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1178290&PinnedHotelID=1178290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=914077305920487424) ![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 £53 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! (1,002 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=914077305920487424) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £66 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! (1,001 reviews) Clean modern room, with excellent lighting and storage systems Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=42101688&PinnedHotelID=42101688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=914077305920487424) ![Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/20000/19955/f3b35638_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour West Quay Road Southampton England £89 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,774 reviews) The room is clean, quiet. It is located in convenient location, only take 5 min walk to Tudor house & Garden, Westquay mall..etc. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=19955&PinnedHotelID=19955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=914077305920487424) ![Royal Maritime Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15086700/15086665/71163b74_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Maritime Hotel Queens Street Portsmouth England £64 7 Apr - 8 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews) I didn't use the laundry service or the pool as it was a short stay. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=15086665&PinnedHotelID=15086665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=914077305920487424) [See all 3,058 properties in Old Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=914077305920487424) 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 Old Town hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=914077305920487424&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25)[24 Mar - 25 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=914077305920487424&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=914077305920487424&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=914077305920487424&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=914077305920487424&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=914077305920487424&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=914077305920487424&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=914077305920487424&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Old Town ![Medieval Merchant\'s House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169967/66e843d6-2513-4eac-9f07-8e10751b0ab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southampton City Centre 4/5(585 area reviews) The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Southampton Maritime Museum or Ocean Village Marina might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Southampton-City-Centre.dx553248635810423085) ![Southampton docks and Ocean Village marina at sunset on a warm summer's evening](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634859590192/54fdcf7c-0ab3-4472-9b4b-bcc718057e12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ocean-Village.dx553248634859590192) ![Solent Sky is an aviation museum in Southampton, Hampshire, previously known as Southampton Hall of Aviation. It depicts the history of aviation in Southampton, the Solent area and Hampshire. There is special focus on the Supermarine aircraft company, based in Southampton, and its most famous products, the Supermarine S.6 seaplane and the Supermarine Spitfire, designed by R. J. Mitchell. There is also coverage of the Schneider Trophy seaplane races, twice held at Calshot Spit, and the flying boat services which operated from the Solent.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3245/3d1eba35-f792-402d-96d5-1ab6b0754386.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maritime Quarter If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Maritime-Quarter.dx914079179172151296) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-St-Marys.dx944362142946177024) ![Aerial view of Southampton is a port city in Hampshire, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944361304599179264/4c8f7afd-331a-4e2f-8bbb-1d69fc1f905e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Bedford-Place.dx944361304599179264) ![Mayflower Theatre which includes theater scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167566/e1d4a20b-d21f-4fb8-9288-5333ca58e302.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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