David Martin · CC BY-SA 2.0
Southampton
United Kingdom · SOU
Historic port, city walls, and the New Forest nearby.
About
Southampton is a port city and unitary authority in Hampshire, England. It is located approximately 80 miles (130 km) southwest of London, 20 miles (32 km) west of Portsmouth, and 20 miles (32 km) southeast of Salisbury. Southampton had a population of 248,920 at the 2021 census, making it one of the most populous cities in southern England.
Known for
- family friendly · good
- nature · good
- water sports · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan47°F12d wet
- Feb49°F12d wet
- Mar52°F13d wet
- Apr57°F10d wet
- May63°F11d wet
- Jun69°F11d wet
- Jul72°F10d wet
- Aug71°F10d wet
- Sep67°F11d wet
- Oct60°F13d wet
- Nov52°F12d wet
- Dec49°F13d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Southampton to Heathrow via Attraction of your choiceFrom $523 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Southampton Port to London - Transfer with SightseeingFrom $599 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Visit Stonehenge and Salisbury from SouthamptonFrom $289 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Southampton to Heathrow or Gatwick Airport Private LuxuryTransferFrom $165 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Bath and the Cotswolds Day Tour from SouthamptonFrom $453 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Transfer Southampton Cruise Terminal to Heathrow Airport via StonehengeFrom $806 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Southampton Airport (SOU), about 3.8 mi away.
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