Local matters. Food miles are important to the consumer, but our concept has an added perspective. From the top of Spinnaker Tower the view stretches for 23 magnificent miles and we aim to use local suppliers that we can see from the Tower. We’re proud members of Hampshire Fare, championing the county’s food and drink […]

To celebrate the return of Portsmouth Pride and begin the two-week countdown to the event, Spinnaker Tower was illuminated in dazzling rainbow colours. The skyline of Portsmouth was lit up by a special Pride Light Show on Saturday evening (May 28th). You will have the opportunity to see it again on the evening of Saturday […]

Now Open! Relax in our newly refurbished Spinnaker Kitchen and Bar with breathtaking views across Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent. Open daily from 10:00 until 18:00. No need to book a table! Come and enjoy a meal or a few drinks with amazing views. You may have noticed that we have been refurbishing the space […]

Spinnaker Tower has a range of experiences on offer, all set against our amazing views. One of the most indulgent is our delicious High Tea experience, served in The Clouds. Though what actually is High Tea? What is High Tea and how is it different from Afternoon Tea? While people often use the terms interchangeably, […]

Spinnaker Tower’s Great Visitor Reviews Earn it a Place Among Travellers’ Favourites with a 2021 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award! We are delighted that our iconic attraction and venue has been recognised as a 2021 Travellers’ Choice award winner for Attractions. This achievement celebrates businesses that consistently deliver fantastic experiences to visitors around the globe, having […]

From the establishment of Portsmouth as a market-town in 1194 to the opening of Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth has a long and interesting history. Here are five interesting events from Portsmouth’s history. The Royal Charter of 1194 On the 2nd May 1194, Richard I granted Portsmouth a Royal Charter and market-town status because of the importance […]

Embracing its home, directly beneath this iconic Portsmouth landmark Spinnaker Tower, the new name for the Waterfront Cafe is the Spinnaker Kitchen & Bar!Ideally located on the waterfront, our Spinnaker Kitchen offers a fresh café menu that differentiates it from the other dining options available nearby in Gunwharf Quays. After more than 15 years as […]

We reopen our doors for a new season with excitement! Visitor attractions are nothing without their visitors and our incredible views had been going to waste with no guests here to enjoy them! Still though, there has been some trepidation about what the appetite will be for UK days out, as the ‘can we, can’t […]

Half term is just around the corner, have you made plans yet? Put Portsmouth on the top of your to do list and enjoy a family day out to Spinnaker Tower!  Parking at the Gunwharf Quays shopping outlet carpark for is convenient for access to the harbour and the Spinnaker Tower entrance.  Or if you’re […]

International Women’s Day began on 8th March 1911 to celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and across the world. Fast forward 109 years and it is now more widely celebrated than ever in all different cultures. This year, the theme for International Women’s Day is a gender equal world with the hashtag #EachforEqual. Every […]

Kerrie and Anthony tied the knot at the Spinnaker Tower in the spring of 2018 in what was a very unique celebration. After viewing various venues in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas, Kerrie and Anthony decided that it was the Spinnaker Tower that held a special place in their hearts. “It was very different venue […]

With just two weeks to go until Valentine’s Day, it’s that time of year when we all rush to make Valentine’s plans for that special someone in our lives. Escape the clichés this year and choose an experience to remember at Portsmouth’s iconic Tower, with romantic views over the city, Solent and beyond that are […]