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Spinnaker Tower

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth PO1 3TT, England
+44 (0)23 9285 7520
Ranked #3 of 26 attractions in Portsmouth
4.5 of 5 stars 258 Reviews
Type: Observation Decks/ Towers
Fee: Yes
Traveller Description: Type: Observation Decks/ Towers Cost: Fee Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth PO1 3TT England +44 (0)23 9285 7520 Fax: +44 (0)23 9285 7539 http://spinnakert... more »
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Southampton, England, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Great views but too expensive. no pricing in the cafe and only a couple of seats, we was no longer than 25mins from walking in to walking out. More

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

it was good the view and everything but the price does not match the fact that it is just a tower More

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Winchester
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Bit pricey for what it is but dare you stand on the glass floor? More

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London, United Kingdom
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106 reviews 106 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Go on a clear sunny day, the views are breathtaking. More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

You get a 'free' visit if you can't see the Solent Forts from the top. Three platforms - 1st has a glass floor, 2nd is a cafe and 3rd is 'outside' - well it doesn't have a roof. More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

really worth seeing and appreciate the objectives of the architect More

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See 2 more reviews by paul h for Portsmouth
Coventry, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

The Spinnacre Tower. One of the many attractions in Portsmouth. On reaching the main viewing area you are amazed at the sights and and the distance you can see. We were there on a very clear day in May. Good visibility is an obvious bonus. It was rather crowded, mainly with exciteable overseas teenagers, making it a bit difficult to... More

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See 2 more reviews by Thecoventrytraveller for Portsmouth
Macclesfield, Cheshire
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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Marvellous views. Glass floor which I had been dreading was in fact just a small part of the floor so completely avoidable if you preferred. Coffee shop/restaurant very poor - took one look and walked away. You have to walk the final flight of steps which could be a problem for people with walking issues. Only 1 toilet. More

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See 2 more reviews by Robmat for Portsmouth
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Having no head for heights I was somewhat nervous about going up but once up there it was fine. We live across the water so it was fascinating to see where we live from this angle. To come back down you have to go on up to the next level as for some reason you're not able to use the... More

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Weymouth, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Make sure the weather is bright and sunny with good visibility to get the most out of this experience More

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