Travel to friendly Portswood
Enjoy the theatre scene and other features of Portswood. Travellers especially like the university setting, bars and restaurants in this welcoming and walkable city. Southampton Cruise Terminal and Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Portswood
Are you looking for things to do while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Portswood has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- The Common (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- New Forest Wildlife Park (5.4 mi / 8.6 km)
- Marwell Zoo (6.8 mi / 11 km)
- SenSpa at Careys Manor Hotel (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Clarence Pier (16.1 mi / 25.9 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Portswood
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Portswood is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- New Forest National Park (11.2 mi / 18 km)
- Mayflower Park (2.1 mi / 3.3 km)
- Calshot Beach (8.6 mi / 13.8 km)
- Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway (8.7 mi / 14 km)
- Lepe Beach (10 mi / 16.1 km)
- River Test (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
Travelling to and around Portswood
The nearest airport is in Southampton (SOU), located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 21.7 mi (34.9 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, the main station serving the city is Southampton St Denys Station.