Maritime Quarter Travel Guide

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 showing interior views and aircraft
Solent Sky Museum showing aircraft and interior views
Solent Sky Museum showing interior views and aircraft

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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 4.401.777 ₫ per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
4.401.777 ₫
5.282.132 ₫ total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
As it should be

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Harbour Hotel Southampton
room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
The price is 2.221.013 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
2.221.013 ₫
2.665.215 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,188 reviews)
All good! The hotel was very clean . Same as the room. The girls liked the idea of the loft bed. We had breakfast and it was nice.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

room2 Southampton Hometel
The White Star Tavern

The White Star Tavern

5 out of 5
28 Oxford Street Southampton England
The price is 2.903.149 ₫ per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
2.903.149 ₫
3.483.778 ₫ total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury inn in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (825 reviews)
Fabulous

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The White Star Tavern
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is 1.527.038 ₫ per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
1.527.038 ₫
1.832.445 ₫ total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Very nice and clean room and the reception staff were very helpful.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Novotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is 1.944.311 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
1.944.311 ₫
2.333.173 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,728 reviews)
Lovely room.spotless

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
The Winchester Hotel & Spa

The Winchester Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Worthy Lane Winchester England
Stay at this spa hotel in Winchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
All staff very friendly & helpful. Had a great overnight stay

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

The Winchester Hotel & Spa
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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

4/5(584 area reviews)

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

While visiting Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton and Tudor House and Garden.

Old Town
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St Mary's

While there might not be top attractions in St Mary's, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southampton Cruise Terminal and St. Mary's Stadium.

St Mary's
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Northam

While Northam isn't home to many top sights, Southampton Cruise Terminal and St. Mary's Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

Bedford Place

While Bedford Place isn't home to many top sights, Southampton Cruise Terminal and Southampton Guildhall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bedford Place


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