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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 featuring 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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Harbour Hotel Southampton

Harbour Hotel Southampton

5 out of 5
5 Maritime Walk Southampton England
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The price is ₩269,674 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
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Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Harbour Hotel Southampton
room2 Southampton Hometel

room2 Southampton Hometel

4 out of 5
1 Queen's Terrace Southampton England
The price is ₩122,661 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
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Feb 22 - Feb 23
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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 ...
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Friendly staff from the moment we set foot in the hotel. Clean and great vibe. Excellent food and drink. Rooms great design and spacious

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

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The White Star Tavern

The White Star Tavern

5 out of 5
28 Oxford Street Southampton England
The price is ₩145,011 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
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Feb 22 - Feb 23
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The White Star Tavern
Novotel Southampton

Novotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 West Quay Road Southampton England
The price is ₩85,740 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
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Mar 8 - Mar 9
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Friendly staff and so helpful made it so easy to book in and pay for car park rooms got everything you need

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Leonardo Hotel Southampton

Leonardo Hotel Southampton

4 out of 5
1 Charlotte Place Southampton England
The price is ₩102,967 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,259 reviews)
The check in staff were friendly and helpful as were the restaurant staff. The room was clean but hot at night.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour

4 out of 5
West Quay Road Southampton England
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,734 reviews)
Lovely hotel, although the meal we had in the bar area was poor. Breakfast lovely. Overall a great place to stay

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
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4.5/5(148 area reviews)

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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


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