Southampton
Considered the 'Cruise Capital of the UK', Southampton is the departure port for hundreds for cruise holidays every year, including a number of Fred. Olsen sailings on our smaller sized ships. But beyond being the starting poing for many cruise adventures, you can be assure that this historic city on England's sunny south coast has much to offer as a destination in its own right.
Whether you enjoy a call at Southampton as part of your cruise itinerary, or choose to spend time exploring either before of after your cruise from the city, you'll find there are plenty of attractions, highlights and sights to discover, showcasing fascinating history and local culture. Perhaps see the timber-framed treasures of the Old Town, including the beautiful Tudor House and Gardens, and visit the Sea City Museum to learn of Southampton's links to the Titanic's ill-fated voyage. Other Titanic-related sights include war memorials, the former White Star Line HQ and the Grapes Pub - wander the 'Titanic Trail' to take them in.
There are art galleries and museums aplenty too, as well as an abundance of places to shop, and a number of trendy bars, restaurants and cafés where you can always stop for something delicious. Alternatively, you might opt to explore nature trails and wetlands near to the city, or simply stroll through one of the green spaces or pretty parks.
Cruises to Southampton
Discover the Amalfi Coast • T2216
- Explore scenic Amalfi & Sorrento
- Visit the islands of Capri, Corsica & Menorca
- Tour to pretty Positano & Bonafacio
Scenic Summertime Norwegian Fjords • T2218
- Scenic cruise Lysefjord & Maurangerfjord
- Explore the Briksdal Glacier from Olden
- Kayak the glassy waters of Hardangerfjord
Morocco and Southern Spain • L2231
- Experience the very best of Morocco, its cuisine, culture and history
- Take in the landmarks, markets and Kasbahs of Casablanca, Marrakech and Tangier
- See Moorish influences in Cádiz and Lisbon too
Liverpool to Southampton • S2304
- A perfect mini cruise for first time cruisers
- Enjoy the sumptuous cuisine on board
- Soak up the atmosphere in one of Borealis’ bars
Around the World in 80 Days from Liverpool • S230405
- See Cherry Blossom in bloom in Japan
- Experience three Hawaiian Islands
- Visit the tomb of Tutankhamun
Around the World in 80 Days • S2305
- See Cherry Blossom in bloom in Japan
- Experience three Hawaiian Islands
- Visit the tomb of Tutankhamun
American Waterways & Canada in the Fall • L2323
- Experience the splendour of North America’s East Coast
- Admire scenes of autumn-coloured woodlands
- Sail by the Statue of Liberty and spend two days in New York
Scenic Summertime Norwegian Fjords • T2214
- Scenic cruise size-restricted Lysefjord
- Ride the Flåm Railway up into the Fjordland
- Kayak the glassy waters on Hardangerfjord
Scenic Isles of Scotland • T2215
- Scenic cruise by Fingal’s Cave & Dutchman’s Cap
- Visit remote islands of Bute, Orkney & Shetland
- Learn about marine life from ORCA conservationists
Scenic British Isles • T2217A
- Discover the beauty, history and wildlife of rugged and remote Scottish isles
- Look out for native seabirds in Shetland, Orkney and on the Isle of Skye, and marine life with ORCA
- Experience memorable scenic cruising, and visit Belfast, Cobh and the Isle of Man too
