Where to stay in Southampton
Where Is Southampton, England?
Situated in Hampshire in South East England, Southampton is located 110 kilometers southwest of London and 24 kilometers northwest of Portsmouth. A major port close to the New Forest, Southampton lies at the northernmost point of Southampton Water, at the confluence of the Test & Itchen Rivers.
What Is Southampton Known For?
The birthplace of the RMS Titanic, the Spitfire, and the departure points for D-Day, Southampton has been the starting point for some of the most famous events in modern history. This port city on the south coast of England is home to some of the largest cruise ships in the world, an expansive shopping center, an art gallery dedicated to the most famous works of modern British art and much more.
Where to Go in Southampton
- SeaCity Museum: The tragedy of the Titanic disaster affected many Southampton residents, as more than 500 households lost a family member. Based at the heart of Southampton, SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of the city, their fascinating lives, and historic connections with Titanic and the sea.
- Solent Sky Museum: Showcasing the history of aviation in Southampton and the surrounding Solent area, the Solent Sky Museum takes you to the local skies without having to leave the ground. With 18 complete airframes and a comprehensive collection of aero-engines, history buffs and aviation aficionados will absolutely love this museum where visitors can board passenger aircrafts and embark on guided tours of the flight deck. If you have ever wanted to sit in a cockpit, your chance is finally here!
- Town Walls: Protecting the city with some of the most complete medieval defences in the country, the Town Walls is a one-kilometer walking circuit where visitors can engage in a bit of exercise whilst still picking up a historical fact or two through the inscribed panels.
Popular Destinations Near Southampton
- Portsmouth: A port city and naval base on England’s south coast, mostly spread across Portsea Island, Portsmouth is world-famous for its maritime heritage. Once the world’s greatest naval port during the peak of the British Empire, Portsmouth now serves as Britain’s main Royal Navy base. No trip is complete without a roam around the Les Miserables-esque dockyard, complete with four historic ships, including Henry VIII’s flagship, the Mary Rose, and an impressive cluster of museums. Not just a place to inhale the cooling spray of the English Channel, Portsmouth also allows visitors to learn something new and witness the majesty of one of the world’s most foremost naval forces.
Best Neighborhoods in Southampton
- Ocean Village: Originally the site of Southampton’s first docks, Ocean Village is a bustling modern development surrounding a yacht-filled marina on the River Itchen. Steakhouses, brasseries, international restaurants, and hip hotels with terrace bars sit alongside the prestigious Royal Southampton Yacht Club on the waterfront, overlooked by residential towers. Enjoy a day here soaking up the atmosphere, gazing at the beautiful boats, and finish off the day with a hearty meal paired with a good film.
Home-types in Southampton
Southampton has a variety of property types for you to consider when booking a trip. Here are the most popular property types in Southampton:
- Condo: 185 vacation rentals
- House: 70 vacation rentals
- Hotel: 27 vacation rentals
- Bed and Breakfast: 17 vacation rentals
Points of interests in Southampton
Southampton has several popular points of interest for you to check out when visiting the area. Here are the most popular points of interest in Southampton:
- Itchen Valley Country Park: 671 vacation rentals
- Riverside Park: 671 vacation rentals
- Netley Abbey: 671 vacation rentals
- East Park: 671 vacation rentals
- Port of Southampton: 671 vacation rentals
- Southampton Common: 671 vacation rentals
- Titanic Engineers' Memorial: 671 vacation rentals
- Southampton Town Walls: 671 vacation rentals
- Mayflower Park: 671 vacation rentals
- Southampton City Art Gallery: 671 vacation rentals
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