What makes Southampton a unique location to visit, explore and live?

Southampton is a city of contradictions; vibrant and modern, yet rich in heritage and history. Southampton City Council Chief Executive Alistair Neill explains what the city has to offer, with rail sea and road links that are second to none, and a choice of two universities. As well as being the cruise capital of Northern Europe, Southampton has long established itself as a popular shopping destination and is truly an anchor city of the South East.