Cruises from Southampton in 2024, 2025 & 2026

Great news! You’ll be pleased to know that Arcadia, Arvia, Aurora, Britannia, Iona and Ventura sail from Southampton to wonderful destinations all over the world. So take your pick of our Southampton cruises and set sail.

You’re spoilt for choice! Our cruises from Southampton take you to the Norwegian Fjords, the Med, Canary Islands, Spain & Portugal, World Cruises, Short Breaks, South America, Northern Europe, as well as USA and Caribbean cruises.

Depending on which cruise you choose, you usually have at least one day at sea before you get to the first port. That means you have at least a full day at sea to get used to your ship and have as much fun as you can squeeze in. 

There’s such a range of activities and entertainment taking place throughout the day, you’ll struggle to fit everything in – from dazzling performances from West End musicals in the ships' theatres to comedy and live music, piano recitals and tribute bands. And with cinema and film screenings, dance classes, pub quizzes, sports tournaments, cookery demonstrations and even special interest seminars, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

You’ll also find traditional card and table games, along with the latest slot machines in our casinos. And if you’re in the mood for dancing, head for one of our nightclubs, where the bars are well stocked with your favourite refreshments.

Of course, some days all you want to do is relax with a good book. No problem – you’ll find plenty of comfortable sun loungers outside and soft chairs inside.

Families will love the flexibility of The Reef children’s clubs, which offer safe havens for teens and little ones alike.

Parking at Southampton Cruise Terminal costs between £10 and £20 per day. You will need to pre-book your parking via https://www.cruiseparking.co.uk/. Your car will be left in a secure car park within walking distance to the ship. Alternatively, you can park your car in an off-site car park for as little as £5 per day and take a free shuttle or get a taxi to the cruise terminal.
Parking is available as a benefit on Southampton round trip cruises of 7 nights or more when you book a Select Price holiday.

Parking at Southampton Cruise Terminal costs between £10 and £20 per day. You will need to pre-book your parking via https://www.cruiseparking.co.uk/. Your car will be left in a secure car park within walking distance to the ship. Alternatively, you can park your car in an off-site car park for as little as £5 per day and take a free shuttle or get a taxi to the cruise terminal.
Parking is available as a benefit on Southampton round trip cruises of 7 nights or more when you book a Select Price holiday.

Southampton welcomes more than four million visitors each year and is easily accessible from major UK cities by rail, road and air. It’s entirely up to you. You might prefer to drive and park at or near the cruise terminal. Parking at the terminal needs to be pre-booked. Alternatively, why not hop on a coach or train and let someone else do the driving while you relax. And if you live further away, you could always fly into Southampton airport and grab a taxi to the terminal.

Southampton is a foodie’s dream. There are restaurants dotted all over the city. For something a little different, head for the Oxford Street area. Or, for some true family favourites, the Westquay food and entertainment venue is alive with almost every cuisine you could hope for.

We realise that it’s not always possible to arrive at a scheduled time, especially if you’re travelling a long way, or are checking out from a hotel. So if you do arrive early, please rest assured that we will do our best to get you checked in and on board as soon as possible. There are refreshments available at the terminal and plenty of seating to make you comfortable should you have to wait. Alternatively, feel free to drop off your luggage from 12pm and come back to the cruise terminal at your Arrival Time.

There are no size limits for liquid toiletries on P&O Cruises holidays from Southampton. This means you can bring all of your favourite full size toiletries.
We allow guests to bring 1 litre of wine or champagne, per person, on board. Find out about our alcohol policy here.

With our unlimited luggage allowance, you have the freedom to bring as many bags as you can comfortably fit into your cabin. Unlike flying, there are no stringent rules in place when it comes to luggage allowance when you board your ship in Southampton. Although no item of individual luggage should weigh more than 23kg.

Please note that if you are travelling to Southampton by coach, the coach operator's luggage restrictions will apply. Find out more here.

For those travelling on a fly-cruise, luggage restrictions apply. Find out more here.

There are refreshments available at the Southampton cruise terminal and plenty of seating to make you comfortable.

Southampton has a unique personality and atmosphere. Its maritime heritage stretches back beyond Tudor times, and it is now well known for ocean yacht racing, watersports and leisure sailing. It’s also one of the UK’s most important trade and cruise ports. The city was also one of four shortlisted for the UK City of Culture 2025.

You’re in luck. Yes, there is. Calshot Beach is a shingle beach at the westerly corner of Southampton Water, just opposite the Weston Shore. Here, you can see ships entering and leaving port, and there a few watersports options in warmer months.

Southampton’s weather is generally milder than most parts of the UK. It has to be said though, that, much like anywhere in the UK, anything can happen, weather-wise. That said, summer is usually warm and comfortable, whilst winters can be cold and windy.

Like all great UK cities, Southampton is awash with shops of all types and sizes, from all the usual high street, big name brands, to smaller, specialist boutique stores. But if you’re looking for shopping (food, fashion, tech and so much more), head for Westquay shopping Centre – just minutes from the terminal – where everything, including a food hall, is under one roof.

Southampton is one of the UK’s great maritime cities. So, why not visit SeaCity Museum for a closer look at the city’s seafaring past if you have a day to spare. Or why not head for the Tudor House and Garden (a Tudor period home, carefully preserved and restored). There’s also the Solent Sky Museum for fans of military aviation. And for theatre lovers, if you have the time, why not take in a show at the famous Mayflower Theatre?