Welcome to the Port of Southampton
The City and the port have a long-established history with the first cruise vessels leaving the port from 1840. Today is it the UK’s leading cruise port.
Its five cruise terminals are designed for smooth passenger flow, allowing travellers to begin their holiday as soon as they arrive. The bag drop area is outside the terminal, and once their luggage is dropped off, passengers are welcomed inside to check in and go through security before boarding their vessel.
The port is divided into two main docks: the Eastern Docks and the Western Docks.
The Eastern Docks have two cruise terminals: the Queen Elizabeth II Terminal and the Ocean Cruise Terminal. In the Western Docks, there are three cruise terminals: Mayflower, Horizon, and City Cruise Terminal.
Eastern Docks
Passengers should enter the Eastern Docks through Dock Gate 4 for the Queen Elizabeth II Cruise Terminal and Ocean Cruise Terminal.
Western Docks
Passengers should enter the Western Docks through Dock Gate 10 for the City and Horizon Cruise Terminals and Dock Gate 20 (if driving) for the Mayflower Cruise Terminal. For pedestrian access please enter the port at Dock Gate 10 to access all three cruise terminals.
ABParking is the only official cruise car parking provider with on-site car parks located within the secure port estate providing car parking for the following cruise lines: Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Royal Caribbean International and Silversea Cruises. For more information about ABParking – click here or call 02380 488 870.
Southampton has unrivalled connectivity by sea, land, and air, making access to and from the port effortless.
• Heathrow and Gatwick International airports are just over an hour away and Southampton Airport is just a short distance from the port, offering short-haul international and national flights.
• The M3 and M27 motorways are easily accessible from the port via dual carriageway M271. All five cruise terminals have short and long stay car parks.
• Southampton Central train station provides regular connections to the rest of the UK and is only an hour from central London. The train station is a 15-minute walk from City and Horizon Cruise Terminals, and 30 minutes’ walk for Mayflower and Ocean Cruise Terminal. For the QEII Cruise Terminal it is best to take a taxi from the train station.
The City of Southampton is steeped in history – Step back in time at the Tudor House and Garden for a glimpse of how the wealthy lived in the 15th century. Explore the maritime heritage at the SeaCity Museum, anchor yourself in the Gateway to the World exhibition, and hear of Southampton’s diverse history.
Walk the walls! The medieval city walls once defended this important port. Walk through the beautiful Old Town to see the Bargate, an iconic 12th-century gatehouse that still stands proudly after more than 800 years. Visit God’s House Tower, an interactive family-friendly venue, where history comes to life.
Nature lovers will find peace in the city centre parks displaying Victorian landscapes, flower tunnels and water features. Outside the parks, stroll into cafes for your important cup of tea with cake.
For a cultural fix, visit Southampton City Art Gallery boasting an impressive collection spanning six centuries of art. If you have time for a matinee performance, we highly recommend the Mayflower Theatre which was built in 1928 and has world-famous touring shows.
Staying longer? Head to Visit Southampton | Southampton Tourist Information Guide for information on where to stay, where to eat, Things to Do and for your What’s On guide.
Rebekah Keeler
Cruise Strategy Manager
GMT
24 hours a day , 7 days a week
North 50° 54′ 17” West 1° 22′ 1”
Winds: SW
Southampton is a deep water, sheltered port with 24/7 access for all passenger vessels. All five cruise terminals are located on deep water berths, dredged to depths that can accommodate the largest cruise ships afloat.
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
Ocean Cruise Terminal 10.5m
QEII Cruise Terminal 10.5m
City Cruise Terminal 10.5m
Mayflower Cruise Terminal 11.7m
Horizon Cruise Terminal 10.5m
We support the world’s largest and smallest cruise ships in Southampton. The largest ship we have welcomed is Harmony of the Seas at 361.8m, we regularly support Anthem of the Seas at 347m.
Available 24hrs per day / 365 days per year. Channel 12 for VTS.
Unrestricted
Compulsory
Two tug companies offer services within the port: Svitzer (5 x Tugs at 40-70t bollard pull) and Itchen Marine (3 x Tugs at 18-32t bollard pull) . All Tug bookings should be made via the local Agent and 24 hours notice is recommended but not a requirement. Tugs can be booked at very short notice.
Fully compliant with ISPS regulations.
A variety of port owned conventional gangways are available to use at all terminals. In lengths varying from 30 ft to 65 ft, stepped and ramped.
Ocean Cruise Terminal – 2 Airbridges
QEII Cruise Terminal – 1 Airbridge
City Cruise Terminal – 2 Airbridges
Mayflower Cruise Terminal – 1 Airbridge
Horizon Cruise Terminal –2 Airbridges
Available
Available
Available
All may only occur with prior approval from Port Authority
All waste can be accommodated by barge or landside
Five dedicated Cruise Terminals offer the below facilities.
Ocean Cruise Terminal
Check in desks: 40
Passenger lounger seating: 1,100
Dedicated baggage hall: Yes
Coach bays: 26
Dedicated drop off lanes: Yes
Short and long stay car Parking: Yes
Secure stores facilities: Yes
QEII Cruise Terminal
Check in desks: 36
Passenger lounger seating: 1,200
Dedicated baggage hall: Yes
Coach bays: 18
Dedicated drop off lanes: Yes
Short and long stay car Parking: Yes
Secure stores facilities: Yes
City Cruise Terminal
Check in desks: 50
Passenger lounger seating: 450
Dedicated baggage hall: Yes
Coach bays: 25
Dedicated drop off lanes: Yes
Short and long stay car Parking: Yes, including 4 dock levellers
Secure stores facilities: Yes
Mayflower Cruise Terminal
Check in desks: 36
Passenger lounger seating: 700
Dedicated baggage hall: Yes
Coach bays: 28
Dedicated drop off lanes: Yes
Short and long stay car Parking: Yes
Secure stores facilities: Yes
Horizon Cruise Terminal
Check in desks: 52
Passenger lounger seating: 985
Dedicated baggage hall: Yes
Coach bays: 27
Dedicated drop off lanes: Yes
Short and long stay car Parking: Yes
Secure stores facilities: Yes
Numerous outlets are located in the city
Wifi is available in City Cruise terminal and free Wifi is available in numerous cafés located close by.
Located in the city
Located in the city
All five Cruise Terminals have dedicated taxi ranks directly outside the terminal building.
Southampton Central Station is approx 2 miles from all cruise terminals and approx 6 minutes by taxi.
Four Airports are regularly used by our cruise passengers:
Southampton Airport
6 miles – 15 minute drive
Bournemouth Airport
30 miles – 45 minute drive
Heathrow Airport
68 miles – 1 hr 15 minutes drive
Gatwick Airport
91 miles – 1 hr 45 minutes drive
Located in the city within a 10 minute walk
Café Ceanos have outlets in all Cruise Terminals offering a selection of hot and cold food and beverages. Numerous cafes and bars are located within a 10 minute walk of the Port.
Rebekah Keeler, Cruise Strategy Manager
00 44 (0) 23 8048 8800
Associated British Ports Southampton, Atlantic Way, Southampton SO14 3QN
Rebekah Keeler
Cruise Strategy Manager
(0) 23 8048 8800
rkeeler@abports.co.uk
Vessel Traffic Services 00 44 (0)23 8060 8208
For ancillary services such as waste management, agency, stevedoring and towage please contact the port directly for the appropriate details.
ABParking
(0)23 8048 8870
www.abparking.co.uk
