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Welcome to Southampton

Southampton is a vibrant, modern city which offers a warm welcome to visitors from all over the world.

If you are looking for accommodation in Southampton we have a superb selection of graded and inspected establishments for you to choose from whatever your budget from high quality guest houses to 5 star luxury hotels.

You can also search for what to see and do in Southampton, what's on in Southampton or nightlife and eating out in Southampton to complete your holiday experience.

Also if you would like cruise passenger information or wish to take a guided walk around Southampton we have all the latest information available.

Cruise Ships and Liners Departing from Southampton

Southampton has always been a city that has been proud of its close links with the sea. We boast a world class port that's not only the Cruise Capital of Northern Europe, with over 280 cruise ship movements a year, but also one of the country's leading commercial dockyards. Follow these magnificent cruise ships around the world by taking a look at the cruise ship web cams.

Hidden Histories of Southampton

Southampton is a city rich with history, but like many places, much of this remains hidden, sometimes built over, sometimes crowded out of view by modern development. Hidden Histories makes accessible some of the highs and lows of Southampton's 20th Century history.
Follow Southampton amazing hidden history trail by calling in at the Tourist Information Centre for a free (£5 returnable deposit) radio hand set and trail map. For further information visit www.hiddenhistories.org.uk

The pedestrianised area by the Bargate Monument is the home to many popular markets.

The Producers and Growers Markets take place on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from March 2008. Sample some of the finest fresh food to have been grown, pickled, baked or reared within the local area.