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 which includes interior views and aircraft
Solent Sky Museum featuring 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 ₹18,985 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹18,985
₹22,782 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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)
Fabulous stay and food

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Harbour Hotel Southampton
room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
The price is ₹8,686 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹8,686
₹10,424 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (1,202 reviews)
Fabulous hotel from home, great facilities, lovely cafe and fab staff. Definitely staying here again!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

room2 Southampton Hometel
The White Star Tavern

The White Star Tavern

5 out of 5
28 Oxford Street Southampton England
The price is ₹8,962 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹8,962
₹10,754 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury inn in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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 6 Mar 2026

The White Star Tavern
Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is ₹6,465 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹6,465
₹7,758 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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 ...
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Moxy Southampton

Moxy Southampton

3 out of 5
Harbour Parade Southampton England
The price is ₹6,500 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
₹6,500
₹7,800 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
WiFi and air conditioning good

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Moxy Southampton
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹6,576 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
₹6,576
₹7,891 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,010 reviews)
Good location, close to everything, clean and comfortable, good facilities.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 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

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 Tudor House and Garden and Titanic Honour & Glory Exhibition - Southampton.

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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