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The venue
About O2 Guildhall Southampton
The O2 Guildhall Southampton sits at the heart of the Civic Centre complex and is the largest multipurpose venue in the south of England. With a flexible capacity of up to the best available price seats (1,749 in standing) and a dedicated Solent Suite for more intimate gatherings, this historic venue continues to host an eclectic mix of live music, theatre, comedy, and conferences. Located on West Marlands Road, Southampton SO14 7LP, the venue blends classic charm with modern staging to deliver memorable entertainment experiences.
Plan your visit with ease: secure your seats, explore nearby parking, and enjoy nearby hotels and dining options that make a night out seamless. We’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted local recommendations.
Whether you’re catching an iconic act or a contemporary show, the O2 Guildhall Southampton offers ground-floor and first-tier seating with accessible options, all within a stone’s throw of Southampton Central Station (about a 10-minute walk) and convenient bus routes along Civic Centre Road. While there’s no on-site parking, several nearby car parks—including Grosvenor Square, West Park, and Civic Centre Car Park—provide easy access for concert-goers. After the show, explore a range of city-centre hotels such as Leonardo Hotel Southampton and Jurys Inn Southampton, plus a variety of other nearby lodging and dining choices recommended by our hotel and restaurant partners. Historically, the venue has hosted legendary acts like Pink Floyd and David Bowie, with modern performances by The Killers, Kaiser Chiefs, Amy Winehouse, and more. Renamed O2 Guildhall Southampton around 2013 due to sponsorship, it remains a cornerstone of the city’s cultural scene.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: West Marlands Road, Southampton SO14 7LP.
- Venue type: Multipurpose entertainment venue within the Civic Centre complex; the largest such venue in the south of England.
- Capacity: Up to 1,271 seats or 1,749 in a standing configuration; Solent Suite capacity 200.
- Seating chart: Main auditorium offers ground-floor and first-tier seating with accessible seating options.
- Parking: No on-site parking; nearby car parks within walking distance (e.g., Grosvenor Square, West Park, Civic Centre Car Park).
- Transit: About a 10-minute walk from Southampton Central railway station; bus stops nearby on Civic Centre Road.
- Nearby hotels: Leonardo Hotel Southampton, Jurys Inn Southampton (and other city-centre options) are in the vicinity.
- Notable events: Hosted acts such as Pink Floyd and David Bowie historically, with modern shows by The Killers, Kaiser Chiefs, Amy Winehouse and others.
- Renaming: Formerly known as Southampton Guildhall; branded O2 Guildhall Southampton since around 2013 due to sponsorship.