Portswood Travel Guide
Southampton
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Solent University
This city center university forms part of the Cultural Quarter, a district home to galleries, museums, parks and performing arts venues.
Things to do
Southampton: Secrets of the Titanic Guided Walking Tour
Private sightseeing from Southampton choose your destintion
Private Jane Austens House Sightseeing from Southampton Cruise
Journey Through Winchester's Past: Private Tour
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Portswood
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
"Clean room, breakfast,staff all very good"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Novotel Southampton
"Excellent would stay here again"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Moxy Southampton
"We enjoyed our stay at the Moxy, even though our flight from Chicago to London was delayed 22 hours just prior to arriving in Chicago. This unexpected delay caused us to miss our first night stay that was prepaid. Unfortunately, the Moxy hotel would not fully refund our missed night due to the delayed ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
"Bed bugs"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Village Hotel Southampton Eastleigh
"Overall good, comfortable large bed, nice pool and good breakfast, hot and plenty of it. Really good consistent helpful staff. Surprisingly small bedroom no space to fit luggage out of the way! Poor design to shower left water all over bathroom floor. Bedroom size more suitable for one person, small ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Harbour Hotel Southampton
"Electric in room was confusing."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portswood
Bevois Valley
While visiting Bevois Valley, you might make a stop by sights like St Marys Leisure Centre and Alpine Snowsports Southampton.
Banister's Park
While there might not be top attractions in Banister's Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and Mayflower Theatre.
Swaythling
While Swaythling may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Brook Theater and Stoneham Golf Club.
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.
Bassett Green
Though Bassett Green may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stoneham Golf Club and The Brook Theater.
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