Bargate
The old north gate of the medieval town, a symbol of Southampton and the entrance to its old quarter.
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Southampton: airports, things to do and where to stay
Southampton is the great port of England's south coast, famous as the departure point of the Titanic, with medieval walls and a rich maritime heritage.
Southampton airports
From the airport to central Southampton
Southampton airport is about 6 km from central Southampton.
Southampton Airport Parkway
The railway station is right opposite the terminal, a few steps away. Trains run to Southampton Central, London Waterloo and other places in the south of England.
Local bus
Local buses link the airport with Southampton and Eastleigh.
Taxi
Taxi rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Southampton takes about 15 min.
Southampton
Things to do in Southampton
SeaCity Museum
A museum on the city's history and the sea, with an exhibition on the Titanic and its Southampton crew.
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Tudor House
A medieval and Tudor house in the old town, now a museum, with a Tudor-style garden.
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Town Walls
One of the best-preserved stretches of medieval walls in England, which can be followed on foot.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Southampton?
Southampton is served by Southampton (SOU).
How far is the airport from central Southampton?
Southampton airport is about 6 km from central Southampton.
How do I get from the airport to central Southampton?
From Southampton airport you can take Southampton Airport Parkway (train), Local bus (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Southampton?
Highlights of Southampton include Bargate, SeaCity Museum, Tudor House, and Town Walls.
Photo credits
- Bargate: Michael Coppins, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- SeaCity Museum: hahnchen at Wikimedia Commons (must include link if medium allows), CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Tudor House: Martin Falbisoner, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Town Walls: Fernweh, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons