Ocean Village Travel Guide

Southampton

Southampton docks and Ocean Village marina at sunset on a warm summer's evening
Southampton docks and Ocean Village marina at sunset on a warm summer's evening
A cruise ship in Mayflower Terminal in Southampton, UK
Red Jet 4, fast ferry coming from the Isle of Wight to Southampton.
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The cruise ship Sea Princess leaving Southampton harbour ; fences are visible on the right, which have prevented access to the ship under the ISPS code.
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Popular places to visit

Southampton Cruise Terminal

Southampton Cruise Terminal

4.5/5(216 reviews)

One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.

Southampton Cruise Terminal
University of Southampton

University of Southampton

4/5(55 reviews)

Tour an oceanographic research institute, watch independent theater productions and see designs by notable British architects at this 150-year-old university.

University of Southampton
Mayflower Theatre showing signage and theatre scenes

Mayflower Theatre

4.5/5(49 reviews)

From touring West End musicals to magic shows, stand-up comedy to children’s entertainment, this historic theater serves up Southampton’s best entertainment.

Mayflower Theatre
Southampton Saint Mary's Stadium Football club aerial towards Itchen river autumn

St. Mary's Stadium

4.5/5(84 reviews)

Catch an event at St. Mary's Stadium during your trip to Southampton. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.

St. Mary's Stadium
Buckler's hard , New forest, England, United Kingdom

New Forest Wildlife Park

5/5(4 reviews)

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.

New Forest Wildlife Park
Southampton Solent University

Solent University

4/5(15 reviews)

This city center university forms part of the Cultural Quarter, a district home to galleries, museums, parks and performing arts venues.

Solent University

Top hotels in Ocean Village

Harbour Hotel Southampton

Harbour Hotel Southampton

5 out of 5
5 Maritime Walk Southampton England
The price is ₹16,388 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
₹16,388
₹19,665 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Very nice place with restaurants and bars, spa and 5 stars service.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Harbour Hotel Southampton
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is ₹5,304 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
₹5,304
₹6,364 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Novotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is ₹6,772 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹6,772
₹8,126 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (1,720 reviews)
Very clean, lovely staff & delicious food!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade Southampton England
The price is ₹6,586 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
₹6,586
₹7,904 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
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)
Staff was great! Room was good…!Only negative was room was too hot & couldn’t adjust heat…

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Moxy Southampton
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is ₹5,566 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹5,566
₹6,679 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,250 reviews)
Over all a very pleasant stay. Reception staff were helpful. Room clean and spacious.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton

DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton

4 out of 5
Bracken Place, Chilworth Southampton England
The price is ₹6,132 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹6,132
₹7,358 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (514 reviews)
Grrat short stay Need more bar staff!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton
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Other neighbourhoods around Ocean Village

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.

Maritime Quarter

If you're spending some time in Maritime Quarter, Ocean Village Marina and Solent Sky Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Maritime Quarter
Medieval Merchant\'s House

Southampton City Centre

4/5(584 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.

Southampton City Centre
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.

Old Town

While visiting Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton and Tudor House and Garden.

Old Town
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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.

St Mary's
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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.

Northam
Aerial view of Southampton is a port city in Hampshire, England

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.

Bedford Place

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