Top destinations on sailings from Southampton
Best places to visit on a cruise from Southampton and the latest Southampton cruise deals
Cruising from Southampton is an incredible experience, and you’ll be pleased to know that the selection of sailings from this popular port on England’s southern coast isn’t nearly as limiting as you might think. With so many sensational cruise ships sailing out of Southampton, you’ll find an equally fantastic collection of destinations on offer. From short escapes over the English Channel and journeys northwards to the Norwegian Fjords to Mediterranean adventures and more, cruise sailings from Southampton invite you to explore plenty of places without needing to worry about catching flights and pre-cruise hotel stays.
Interested in what’s on offer more specifically, though? Well, keep reading for a run-through of all the best destinations you can visit when embarking on cruise ships sailing from Southampton.
When embarking on a cruise from Southampton, you can sail to the following sensational destinations:
- The British Isles
- Northern Europe and the Baltic region
- Norway and the Norwegian Fjords
- Central Europe
- Southern Europe and the Mediterranean
- The Canary Islands and Azores
- Transatlantic voyages to North America
- Transatlantic voyages to the Caribbean and Central America
- Transatlantic voyages to South America
- The rest of the world
The British Isles
While ocean cruising from Southampton can take you to sensational destinations far and wide, you’ll actually find a fantastic array of adventures from Southampton that explore destinations far closer to home too; sailing from Southampton can be a fantastic way to explore some of the most interesting places in the British Isles. On cruises from this city on the south coast, you can travel northwards to English cities like Liverpool and Newcastle upon Tyne; visit Scotland’s Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Glasgow; visit Northern Ireland’s Belfast, spend time in Ireland’s Dublin, and so much more. You’ll also find sailings that invite you to explore the dramatic archipelagos off the Scottish coast, such as the Shetland Islands, the Hebrides, and the Orkney Islands. With such an impressive variety of destinations available a stone’s throw from home, British Isles cruises from Southampton offer an incredible variety to travellers looking for something a little different without the need to travel too far.
Liverpool, Edinburgh, and Stornoway
Destination highlights include:
- Stunning Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis
- Lively Liverpool in Merseyside
- Ireland’s historic Dublin
- Belfast, Northern Ireland’s captivating capital
- Enigmatic Edinburgh, Scotland’s Auld Reekie
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Northern Europe and the Baltic region
Boasting bustling historic city centres and a broad array of incredible cuisines, welcoming cultures and stunning landscapes, Northern Europe and the Baltic region is a fantastic part of the world to explore – and it’s somewhere, rather conveniently, you can sail to from Southampton on an incredible selection of unmissable cruises. With Northern Europe cruises from Southampton sailing to Scandinavian destinations like Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, and more, while Baltic cruises from Southampton travel further east to places like Estonia and Latvia, a wealth of unique travel experiences awaits you on these sensational itineraries.
Helsinki, Kirkjufell near Grundarfjörður, and Skagen
Destination highlights include:
- Historic Helsinki in Finland
- Tallinn, Estonia’s remarkable capital
- Sweden’s Stockholm, a vibrant Nordic metropolis
- Iceland’s inspiring Grundarfjörður
- Denmark’s scenic Skagen
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Norway and the Norwegian Fjords
The nation of Norway and its truly sensational fjordlands are among the most popular places to visit on a cruise from Southampton for very good reasons; home to breathtaking mountainous landscapes and glistening glaciers, dramatic tumbling waterfalls and vibrant forest-covered slopes, Norwegian Fjord cruises from Southampton invite you to admire some of the world’s most stunning scenery without the stress of flying far to catch your cruise. You’ll also find the Norwegian people incredibly welcoming, the cultural landscape here fascinating, and the cuisine surprising; all of this complements your incredible onboard experience and makes each adventure to this incredible destination utterly unforgettable. No matter what time of year you’re planning on travelling, a sailing to Norway’s sensational fjordlands is always a fantastic idea.
Tromsø, Stavanger, and Flåm
Destination highlights include:
- Trondheim, Norway’s historic Viking Age capital
- Tromsø, the Gateway to the Arctic
- Beautiful Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city
- Flåm, an idyllic village in the Aurlandsfjorden
- Norway’s sensational Stavanger
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Central Europe
Cruising from Southampton is also a great way to travel south, visiting a sensational selection of destinations in Central Europe. On numerous sailings from this popular port on England’s south coast, you’ll have the chance to visit coastal destinations in France, Germany, northern Spain, and more. With these often being shorter sailings, particularly those that cross the English Channel to France, an exciting escape to Central Europe can be a fantastic way to enjoy an incredible cruise experience without needing too much time off. You’ll also find that many Central Europe cruises from Southampton also afford you the opportunity to visit major interior cities, provided you have enough time; Le Havre for Paris is a particularly popular option here.
Paris, Hamburg, and Rotterdam
Destination highlights include:
- Idyllic Paris, from France’s Le Havre
- La Coruña, a vibrant Spanish city
- Historic Cherbourg, on Normandy’s Cotentin Peninsula
- Hamburg, Germany’s second-largest city
- The Netherlands’ remarkable Rotterdam
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Southern Europe and the Mediterranean
Sailing even farther south, select cruises from Southampton invite you to explore Southern Europe and the sun-soaked Mediterranean. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the stunning coastlines of southern Spain and the French Riviera, or to sail a little further to Italy and beyond, you’ll find a wealth of unforgettable experiences on these remarkable Southern Europe and Mediterranean cruises from Southampton. It’s worth keeping in mind that these cruises typically last a little longer than other sailings out of Southampton, often lasting at least two weeks; while this will mean you need more holiday to embark on one, it’s well worth it. You’ll have ample time to enjoy all the amenities onboard, as well as more than enough opportunities to disembark and explore some of the world’s most sensational places. It really is the best of both worlds.
Cádiz, Rome, and Ibiza Town
Destination highlights include:
- Toulon, a historic French port city
- Sardinia’s sensational Alghero
- Cádiz, one of Europe’s oldest cities and your gateway to Seville
- Civitavecchia, the closest Italian port to Rome
- Ibiza, an iconic island with a lot to offer everyone
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The Canary Islands and Azores
If island hopping sounds like your cup of tea, you won’t need to travel all the way to the Caribbean to enjoy it; when sailing out of Southampton, you’ll find several itineraries that include stops to the Canary Islands and Azores. Both in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Canary Islands are a stunning Spanish archipelago off Morocco’s southern coast, boasting stunning black- and white-sand beaches and a dramatic mountainous landscape. Meanwhile, the Azores, which are further out in the ocean, invite you to explore luscious rainforests teeming with wildlife and temperate sunshine year-round. Both offering unique travel experiences, but both equally interesting destinations to explore, embarking on a Canary Islands and Azores cruise from Southampton is unlike anything else.
Tenerife, Arrecife, and Funchal
Destination highlights include:
- Ponta Delgada, the vibrant capital of the Azores
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, boasting one of the best climates in Europe
- Sensational Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Lanzarote’s bustling capital city, Arrecife
- Funchal, Madeira, an island destination between the Azores and the Canary Islands
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Transatlantic voyages to North America
Embarking on an exciting transatlantic voyage from Southampton to North America is among the most iconic and historic cruise experiences you can enjoy today; with itineraries featuring several consecutive sea days as you cross the Atlantic Ocean, these sensational sailings are an excellent way to ensure you’re able to make the absolute most of the amenities available on your chosen cruise ship. You’ll also have more destinations than you might expect to choose from; gone are the days when transatlantic cruises from Southampton only ended up in New York City. Now, you can embark on sensational sailings across the Atlantic to ports in Florida, Texas, and beyond. With some itineraries even including stops on either side of the ocean, these sailings are worth looking into if you’re looking for an unforgettable escape.
New York City, Miami Beach, and Orlando
Destination highlights include:
- New York City, the iconic Big Apple
- Stunning Miami, among Florida’s biggest cities
- Fort Lauderdale, a Florida city known for its beaches and impressive canals
- Port Canaveral, your gateway to Orlando, Florida
- Galveston, on Texas’ Gulf Coast
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Transatlantic voyages to the Caribbean and Central America
It might be half the world away, but you’ll actually find a sensational selection of transatlantic crossings from Southampton that visit the Caribbean and Central America, giving you a fantastic chance to explore this vibrant region without the need for flights. Longer cruises that couple several consecutive sea days across the Atlantic Ocean with island-hopping and sun-soaking in some of the world’s most spectacular settings. For those looking to embark on any of the sensational transatlantic cruises to the Caribbean from Southampton, though, you may need upwards of 30 nights to enjoy it; so, there are still certainly perks to flying beforehand.
Philipsburg, Grand Turk, Saint Kitts
Destination highlights include:
- Bustling Bridgetown, capital of Barbados
- Stunning Roseau, the lively capital city of Dominica
- The vibrant capital of Sint Maarten, Philipsburg
- Grand Turk, the island capital of the Turks and Caicos archipelago
- Saint Kitts, home to stunning golden beaches and volcanic landscapes
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Transatlantic voyages to South America
If you’re looking for an even longer cruise escape from Southampton and an adventure that will invite you to explore sought-after destinations even further afield than the Caribbean, you’ll be pleased to know that select sailings out of Southampton visit South America; a sensational continent where you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in a broad array of cultures, indulge in some of the world’s most colourful cuisines, and admire landscapes unlike anything else, embarking on a transatlantic voyage from Southampton to South America will be an unforgettable adventure. These sailings can be quite long, though, so it’s worth considering the time you have before setting your sights on a South American cruise from a port on England’s south coast – flying might just be the better option!
Rio de Janeiro, Montevideo, and Buenos Aires
Destination highlights include:
- Rio de Janeiro, one of the most iconic cities in South America
- Magnificent Montevideo, the Uruguayan capital
- Argentina’s bustling Buenos Aires
- Punta Arenas, among the southernmost cruise destinations in South America
- Fortaleza, home to some sensational Brazilian beaches
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The rest of the world
Southampton is also a starting point for several world cruises, sensational sailings that invite you to explore a breathtaking array of places across the globe over several months. Available in a variety of durations, to an even greater variety of sought-after destinations, world cruises from Southampton are always something special – no matter who you choose to sail with, and whether you embark on the full several-hundred-day experience or a shorter section. For those who want to see the world without worrying about travel, accommodation, food, or entertainment, this really is the perfect option.
Bora-Bora, Singapore, and Tokyo
Destination highlights include:
- Coastal cities in Central America
- Incredible destinations across Australasia
- Africa and its vibrant cultures
- Sun-soaked southern Europe
- Unforgettable places in Asia and beyond
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Book your next sensational sailing with Iglu Cruise today
If you’re ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, you’re in the right place; from luxury escapes and all-inclusive packages to last-minute deals and so much more, Iglu Cruise is home to an abundance of sailings out of Southampton and beyond. With so many incredible options to all four corners of the world, there’s certainly something for everyone among the fantastic cruise deals here – and more incredible itineraries are being added all the time!
If, though, you’re still unsure of where to sail to, you’ll find more travel inspiration below, courtesy of the Iglu Cruise creative team and Iglu Cruise Insider.