Portsmouth


Port information



Portsmouth
Crystal Symphony enters Portsmouth harbour (c) Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Portsmouth’s dramatic harbour is a striking location for passengers, whether you’re arriving on a cruise to explore the city and beyond, or sailing away on your travels.

Known as the Great Waterfront City, Portsmouth has been building a discerning reputation as a turnaround or calling cruise port, impressing visitors with its world-class attractions and welcoming back established cruise companies.

We not only boast an attractive waterfront but are known as the UK’s best connected port, where passengers can arrive with ultimate ease straight off the motorway.

The city is also perfectly located to reach London, which is 60 miles away, Heathrow and Gatwick 1 hour and 20 minutes from the port, even closer is Southampton airport 22 miles, which is only 23 minutes in the car.

Portsmouth’s connectivity also stretches to the sea, where it lies in close proximity to main shipping routes, so you don’t have to wait long before you reach warmer waters.



Port attractions



  1.  Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

    Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is the UK’s world class attraction for naval history. Home to Nelson's HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose, it is a must see for anyone visiting the south.
  2.  Spinnaker Tower

    The Spinnaker Tower stands at 170m tall and offers 23 mile views across the Solent. Walk across glass at 100m above sea level, or relax in The Clouds with a coffee, glass of bubbly or high tea.
  3.  Gunwharf Quays

    Gunwharf Quays is a premium outlet shopping destination. Home to over 90 designer brands, it is the ideal place to explore, shop, dine and take in the waterfront views of this historic coastal city.



Port views




Click this link to view a video from YouTube. This might expose you to third party tracking. By clicking this link you agree to YouTube's privacy policy.



Port facts



Nautical information

Max. Length For Berth, M:
300
Max. Draught, M:
8.7
More Info Draught:
Up to 10m considered
Max. Air Draught, M:
No Restriction
More Info Air Draught:
No. Of Quays:
7
Quay Length Total, M:
255.6
Quay Depth, M:
9.2
Anchorage Available:
n/a
Anchorage Compulsory:
no
Passenger Terminal:
yes
Pilotage Compulsary:
yes
Tugs Available:
yes
Bunkering:
yes
Tidal Movement/range, M:
3.9
Water:
yes
Ships Tenders Allowed:
yes
Garbage Disposal:
yes
Airport Distance, Km:
30
City Centre Distance, Km:
1.15

Sustainability

Are ships allowed burn HFO using:
✔ Open loop
✔ Closed loop
✔ Hybrid loop
On-shore power supply to cruise vessels:
Other
Available from Q1 2025, up to 15MW.
LNG bunkering supply to cruise vessels:
Supplying alternative fuels:
Reception Facilities for Contaminated Ballast Water:
Reception Facilities for Waste Oils:
Passengers
Calls
Passengers by Source in 2024
Calls 2024



Port contacts


Contact


Portsmouth International Port
Andrew Williamson, Passenger Operations Manager
George Byng Way
PO2 8SP Portsmouth
United Kingdom
+44 7795 567177






 
Page last updated: 2023-09-01 08:43


@

Subscribe to our newsletter