Maritime Quarter

Southampton

Solent Sky is an aviation museum in Southampton, Hampshire, previously known as Southampton Hall of Aviation.

It depicts the history of aviation in Southampton, the Solent area and Hampshire. There is special focus on the Supermarine aircraft company, based in Southampton, and its most famous products, the Supermarine S.6 seaplane and the Supermarine Spitfire, designed by R. J. Mitchell.

There is also coverage of the Schneider Trophy seaplane races, twice held at Calshot Spit, and the flying boat services which operated from the Solent.
Solent Sky is an aviation museum in Southampton, Hampshire, previously known as Southampton Hall of Aviation.

It depicts the history of aviation in Southampton, the Solent area and Hampshire. There is special focus on the Supermarine aircraft company, based in Southampton, and its most famous products, the Supermarine S.6 seaplane and the Supermarine Spitfire, designed by R. J. Mitchell.

There is also coverage of the Schneider Trophy seaplane races, twice held at Calshot Spit, and the flying boat services which operated from the Solent.
Solent Sky Museum which includes interior views and aircraft
Solent Sky Museum which includes interior views and aircraft
Solent Sky Museum showing aircraft and interior views

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Top hotels in Maritime Quarter

Harbour Hotel Southampton

Harbour Hotel Southampton

5 out of 5
5 Maritime Walk Southampton England
The price is P10,626 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
P10,626
P12,751 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Fabulous stay and food

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Harbour Hotel Southampton
room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
The price is P5,361 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
P5,361
P6,433 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,202 reviews)
Fabulous hotel from home, great facilities, lovely cafe and fab staff. Definitely staying here again!

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

room2 Southampton Hometel
The White Star Tavern

The White Star Tavern

5 out of 5
28 Oxford Street Southampton England
Fully refundable
The price is P5,868 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
P5,868
P7,041 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury inn in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (829 reviews)
What a delightful stay . The accommodation was beautifully decorated, eclectic, clean and comfortable. Great layout. Great breakfast . Appreciated the staff . Thank you.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

The White Star Tavern
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is P4,149 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
P4,149
P4,979 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,262 reviews)
Bed was saggy

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade Southampton England
The price is P4,151 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
P4,151
P4,981 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Moxy Southampton
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is P3,689 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
P3,689
P4,427 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Good location, close to everything, clean and comfortable, good facilities.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Novotel Southampton
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Other neighbourhoods around Maritime Quarter

Southampton docks and Ocean Village marina at sunset on a warm summer's evening

Ocean Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Ocean Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Ocean Village Marina or Harbour Lights Picturehouse.

Ocean Village
Medieval Merchant\'s House

Southampton City Centre

The lively bars and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Southampton City Centre. A stop by Southampton Maritime Museum or Ocean Village Marina might round out your trip.

Southampton City Centre
Southampton UK seaside city panorama. Wide angle aerial view from the ferry terminal and port with large cruise ship mooring towards the Itchen toll bridge. Beautiful sunrise and calm sea. Urban area.

Old Town

If you're spending some time in Old Town, Tudor House and Garden and Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town
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St Mary's

While St Mary's might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Southampton Cruise Terminal and St. Mary's Stadium.

St Mary's
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Northam

Northam might not have many top sights, but Southampton Cruise Terminal and St. Mary's Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Northam
Aerial view of Southampton is a port city in Hampshire, England

Bedford Place

When in Bedford Place, you can plan a visit to Southampton Cruise Terminal and Southampton Guildhall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bedford Place


Maritime Quarter