St Mary's Travel Guide
Southampton
Popular places to visit
Southampton Cruise Terminal
One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Things to do
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
Top hotels in St Mary's
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Great hotel, polite staff and we had a lovely stay
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Lovely staff, well equipped room and excellent breakfast choices. Room layout was a bit odd but perfectly ok.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Moxy Southampton
The room was great with two double beds and two tv’s for each bed, very clean and modern and a good location for our visit to the mayflower theatre
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
The Winchester Hotel & Spa
Staff were great in both reception area and the bar and again at breakfast. Facilities where good lovely steam and sauna
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Harbour Hotel Southampton
We love this hotel.Beautiful and the staff a really attentive
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Royal Maritime Hotel
The staff are friendly and very helpful. Everyone I encountered was excellent. The room was clean with good facilities. The stair well walls looked like they were in the midst of being redecorated and at the ripped and half stripped stage, but the room was lovely.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St Mary's
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.
Southampton City Centre
The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Ocean Village Marina or Tudor House and Garden might round out your trip.
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.
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.
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.
