To help you find your way to the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton, we've provided a convenient map below. If you have any questions about your visit or need further assistance with directions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

National Oceanography Centre
European Way, Southampton SO14 3ZH

 

Accommodation Options

Below are some accommodation options to suit your preferences and budget. Each option includes details about local transport links to help you choose the best place to stay.

Premium Accommodation

  • Leonardo Royal Harbour Hotel
    Located near the city centre with good transport connections.
    Local Transport Links: Rail (10 mins walk), Bus (5 mins walk) Taxi and Airport (20 mins drive)

  • Holiday Inn Southampton
    Just a short walk to the NOC Southampton.
    Local Transport Links: Easy access to local buses and Southampton Central rail station (5 mins drive)

  • Moxy Hotel
    Has good public transport connections.
    Local Transport Links: Southampton Central rail station as well as bus stops serving key city destinations.

Mid-Range Accommodation
  • Leonardo Hotel 
    Located in the heart of the city, but slightly further away from NOC Southampton.
    Local Transport Links: Southampton Central rail station (15 mins walk) and under four miles from Southampton Airport.
Budget-Friendly Accommodation

  • Premier Inn
    Affordable and centrally located, with transport links nearby.
    Local Transport Links: Southampton Central rail station as well as bus stops serving key city destinations.

  • Travelodge Southampton Central
    Budget-friendly hotel and close to NOC Southampton.
    Local Transport Links: Well-connected by local buses.

  • Travelodge Southampton
    Budget-friendly hotel with easy access to public transport.
    Local Transport Links: Well-connected by local buses.

Travel Information

By Car

For those driving to the event, several car parks are available within walking distance of NOC. Ocean Village offers a spacious multi-story car park with 776 spaces across six levels. For those with electric vehicles, charging points are available through the Monta app. Additional parking can be found at both Town Quay public car park and Portland Terrace (near West Quay Retail Park). Please note that parking fees apply at all locations, and we recommend checking current rates directly with the car parks.

U1A Bus Service

We highly recommend using the Unilink bus service for the most straightforward travel between NOCS and Southampton Airport/Eastleigh Bus Station.

  • Frequency: Every 20 minutes
  • Service Times: 10:00 PM - 12:30 AM

For more information about the U1A Bus Service, click here.