Private Walking Tour of Southampton
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Southampton, England
- 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore Southampton’s modern history on this private tour led by a Ph.D. historian or a trained guide with a background in history or education. Learn how historical events and modern culture have shaped the city while practicing mindful tourism to understand your impact as a visitor. With a personalized pace and expert insights, this tour offers a unique and thoughtful way to experience Southampton.
- Indulge in a private tour led by a Ph.D. historian or expert guide
- Discover how history and modern culture shaped Southampton’s identity
- Practice mindful tourism while exploring the city’s past and present
- Personalized pace with engaging insights for a thoughtful experience
What's Included
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- The BargateHigh St, Southampton SO14 2DJ, UK
We will be waiting by the bargate next to one of the lion statues
End point
- East ParkAbove Bar St, Southampton SO14 7DW, UK
We will end in the park just a couple of minutes away from the high street and our original meeting point.
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
- 02/20/2022 - 08/29/2027
Monday - Sunday : 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Itinerary
1
Tudor House and Garden
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Mayflower Memorial
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Town Quay
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Southampton
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Titanic Engineer Officers Memorial
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Southampton
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Andrews East Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 111 reviews
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This is a very interesting and informative tour. Thomas asked how I wanted to proceed. He walked me through the areas and it was like a conversation as he told me about the history
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you kindly
Lillian is very knowledgeable and points out many things that only a native would know. Very friendly and humorous.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much!
Nice tour
Very informative. Nice tour guide, he liked history of this city. The weather was not very nice, but ok.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for touring with us
Excellent tour. Lillian started on time. Finished on time. Was EXTREMELLY knowledgable and gave us a wonderful interesting tour. Can't say any more than that!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
It was great having you with. Come back anytime
Wonder overview of the history of Southampton & British royal history. Would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thanks a lot!
Our guide Thomas was awesome. They changed their schedule to accomodate us on short notice. Great, easy way to learn about the city
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thanks so much for trusting us with your tour
Wonderful tour. Very knowledgeable guide, charming and witty. Energetic, helpful, courteous to the guest including offering alternative for any struggles such as steps or need of restrooms.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you kindly!!! Come back anytime
We had Lily as a guide and it was a quick easy meet up and wonderful experience. She was very engaging and friendly and has such a passion for this city. We found ourselves really rooting for it and its future. She gave us so much great information and insights we would have never had walking around looking at the sites alone.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
It was my pleasure spending time with you guys! Come back anytime
An amazing private tour with our very knowledgeable and friendly guide, Lillian!
She gave us an in-depth understanding of Southampton, made us feel genuinely welcome, and provided fascinating historical context about her native city.
As frequent cruisers—we take about 10 voyages a year—this tour gave us a profound appreciation for the sacrifices cruise ship crews make for their families to ensure our stays are comfortable. Lillian's behind-the-scenes explanation of the local families affected by the Titanic made us respect and appreciate crew members even more.
Highly recommended if it is your first time in Southampton. Be sure to book it before you board your ship!"
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your kind words it was great having you with us and we hope to see you again in the future!
This tour proved to be an excellent one learning the history, culture and architecture of many locations, people and cultures of Southampton. Georgia, our guide, provided interesting, insightful and educational information that piqued questions from each of us. She aptly provided a good answer or simply commented, “That’s a very good question.” And we would all laugh.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your time and kindness
They take your money and don't bother to show up
Pick another vendor or save your money . Its very unpleasant
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Kimberley you didn't turn up for your tour, you arrived 30 minutes late despite abundant communication which you received well in advance as photographic evidence to customer services proved, plus all your messages. We offered you a reschedule that didn't suit you, and we offered many other alternatives to deal with this. You made a mistake and you are punishing us when you didn't actually experience our tour and when we spent several hours trying to fix your mistake
Although we were not expecting someone as young as Georgia to be our guide, she was a fount of knowledge. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her.
Response from Host, May 2026
We are so glad that you had a good time with us! Thank you
I was very fortunate to have a private tour with Lillian. Lillian was very professional and knowledgeable. Her enthusiasm for Southampton was very evident. The tour was well paced with plenty of opportunities to ask questions. I would highly recommend a tour with Lillian.
Barbara S. Winnipeg, Canada
Response from Host, May 2026
It was my pleasure having you over, safe travels!
There is some walking over cobblestones and up hills, but it's worth it. It's a great experience but not for the mobility impaired. The pace was just right for us. Our guide, Thomas, was perfect.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks so much for spending sometime with us in Southampton!
We loved this walk with Dr. Cespedes! Absolutely a highlight of our trip! The insights into the history of Southampton were eye-opening. We were just thrilled to have been able to spend this time this way in Southampton.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
It was my pleasure having you in our city. Hope to see you in the future!
Tour was fantastic! Guide was super knowledgable. Not afraid to walk out in the rain - tour must go on attitude. Loved the information and the sites.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks a lot for your time and your kindness, we hope to see you again in the future!
A private guide walking tour is an unique experience. When you have a fantastic guide as James who was made the tour a casual and friendly walk with a very accurate and non scripted overview of England and world history together of showing the best spots of Southampton it was much beyond our best expectations and surely we recommend if you stop here in a cruise or just happen to pass by this charming city.
Lillian lead us on a wonderful walking tour of Southampton. She was so knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thanks so much it was my pleasure!
Michelle was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and full of stories about local historical characters and events.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We are so happy you enjoyed it, we look forward to seeing you again in the future
GREAT Private Walking Tour of Southampton on Sept 15, 2025!! Our Tour Guide, Sam was excellent and very knowledgeable about Southampton's history; which he shared with us during our walk-about. We were a group of 2; so, this was truly a "private" tour. Thanks again for a great Southampton tour!! And thanks Viator for making it very easy to book especially with the "reserve now pay later" option.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you kindly
Learn about the history of southhampton and the interesting hidden gems. Tour takes you to different stops that you would miss
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank so much!
Enjoyable and informative walk a charming young woman guide, relaxed pace. Weather cleared and was pleasant.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you kindly!
What a wonderful way to spend a couple hours walking around Southampton learning about the past and history.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you Ruth safe travels!
The tour was a fantastic and fun way to learn about the history of Southampton. I was fascinated by the detail and knowledge that Sam shared with us. We got the history of many buildings, churches and remaining relics including the walls, memorials, and even some interesting places surrounding Southampton. Great tour by Sam!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you kindly
Well worth the time. James was very knowledgeable and informative and answered our questions as they arose. We learned a lot about Southampton and the area too.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
It was our pleasure thank you
It was lead by Sam, who is going for his master’s in history and architecture of the period. He was excellent and very personable. I recommend him and would like to be guided by him again. Lovely fellow.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Lovely having you
An easy walk with a very informative guide who knew her history and was a very good communicator about the main themes in the history of Southampton
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you!
Did this tour after doing the pilgrim walking tour. There was a small amount of overlap, but a different set of info than the first type. The guide was a PhD, and a fast talker. Got a great overview of the history. Tour was from bargate south and then back around to the north, where it ended in a park. Loved the details of everything.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Glad you had a good time with us
It was a great tour from a very pleasant and well informed guide. Lilly took us to many sites and explained each 8n detail. Her recommendation for lunch was spot on
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thanks so much and glad you had a good time
This was one of the best tours, if not the best, that we have done. Lilly was so knowledgeable about the history of Southampton and enthusiastic to share her love of the city. We learned so much about the past and present and really appreciated what we saw through her stories about the people that lived in Southampton. Lilly seemed able to answer any questions that we had. My husband loves WW2 history and she knew much about Southampton’s involvement. What an awesome tour guide.
Response from Host, May 2025
You're so kind thank you Donna see you again in the future hopefully
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