Southampton's historic neighborhoods and sleek oceanfront developments make this south coast port a delightful place to stay. Throughout the year ferries depart from here for the Isle of Wight. Cruises pick up passengers before heading around the world, traveling as far away as Australia or the beaches of the Caribbean. Driven by this constant stream of arrivals and departures, the city has a superb range of places to stay for almost every budget, including sea-view hotels and traditional inns. Southampton also has reasons to linger in the city, where superb small museums, interesting architecture, and some of the best cozy pubs make this part of southern England quite enchanting.
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Great Neighborhoods for History
There are plenty of spots where visitors can trace Southampton's history. Hotels in the Old Town are the best choice, where it's possible to walk the medieval Town Walls and step back in time at the timber-framed Tudor House and Garden. Find many of the budget chain hotels just to the north in the modern Southampton City Centre near Central station. Those interested in the city's maritime past should explore the area around Watts Park, where they'll find the engaging SeaCity Museum and the poignant Titanic Engineers' Memorial. The Titanic set sail in 1912 on its fateful voyage from Southampton, as did the Mayflower in 1620, bound for the New World via Plymouth. Ocean Dock, the Titanic's departure point, then called White Star Dock, is just one of the spots on Southampton's self-guided Titanic Trail.
Southampton City Centre
The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by WestQuay Shopping Centre or Southampton Guildhall might round out your trip.
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Where to Stay for Restaurants
Waterside dining is one of the biggest draws to staying in Ocean Village Marina. Restaurants serving Italian small plates and Thai tapas stand alongside high-end chains and destination dining. Book a room in the Old Town for more traditional eating. You'll find brasseries, bistros, and a few excellent Indian restaurants, many serving super-fresh seafood. For outstanding pubs, consider staying outside of Southampton itself. Surrounding villages such as Shedfield and Warnford have both 16th-century inns and modern gastropubs.
Shedfield
Shedfield is well-liked for many features, particularly its golf courses, spas, and restaurants. Though there might not be top sights in Shedfield, consider a stop by Wickham Estate or Ageas Bowl Cricket Ground, located nearby.
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Warnford
Visitors to Warnford enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Meon Valley is worth a stop.
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