Shopping at Gunwharf Quays

Shoppers walking through the bustling outdoor plaza at Gunwharf Quays under bright sunlight.

Welcome to Gunwharf Quays: Portsmouth's Premier Shopping and Leisure Destination
Gunwharf Quays is more than just a shopping centre it's a vibrant hub for retail, dining, and entertainment, located on the stunning Portsmouth waterfront. This iconic outlet destination offers an unparalleled shopping experience, with over 90 premium and designer stores such as Nike, Michael Kors, and Ralph Lauren, all at unbeatable outlet prices. Whether you're searching for the latest trends or timeless classics, Gunwharf Quays is the ultimate destination for style savvy shoppers.

Beyond shopping, the Quays boasts a wide array of restaurants and bars to suit every palate, from casual cafes to fine dining. Enjoy waterfront views at eateries like Brasserie Blanc, savour international cuisine at spots like Las Iguanas, or unwind with a signature cocktail at The Alchemist.

For leisure seekers, Gunwharf Quays offers even more, with a state of the art Vue Cinema, bowling alley, and other entertainment options. Its picturesque marina and close proximity to the Spinnaker Tower make it a perfect day out destination for families, couples, and groups alike.

Whether you're indulging in retail therapy, enjoying a meal with friends, or taking in the scenic harbour views, Gunwharf Quays delivers a complete experience that blends style, relaxation, and fun.

Getting here is a breeze, thanks to our convenient location next to the Hard Interchange, Portsmouth's bustling transport hub. With proximity to Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station, Portsmouth Coach Station, Bus, and Ferry Terminal, reaching Gunwharf Quays via public transport is effortless.

For those traveling by car, there is an award-winning 1,532-space car park, ingeniously built beneath the centre over two floors. It stands as one of the largest underground car parks in the UK. Finding a parking space is a stress-free experience, thanks to green LED indicators that guide you to available spots, ensuring your visit to Gunwharf Quays is as enjoyable as possible.

Indulge, shop, dine, and unwind at Gunwharf Quays - where waterfront elegance meets retail excellence.

Gunwharf Quays Shopping

If you are looking for a wide range of Designer Outlet Shops and stores then Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth Outlet is the place for you. Gunwharf Quays is home to 95 retail outlets and includes all of the major names in fashion, footwear, household goods, clothing, sportswear and outdoor gear.

Outlet Shops at Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth include the following brilliant stores:

ADIDAS | ALLSAINTS | ASICS | BEAUTY OUTLET | BEDECK | BELSTAFF | BOOTS THE CHEMIST | BOSS | CADBURY | CALVIN KLEIN JEANS | CASTORE | CHAMPION | CHRISTY | CLARINS | CLARKS OUTLET | COACH | COLUMBIA | CREW CLOTHING CO | CROCS | DENBY | FARAH | FRED PERRY | FRENCH CONNECTION | GANT | GUESS | GUNWHARF NEWS | HACKETT | HARIBO | HATLEY | HAVAIANAS | KARL LAGERFELD | KATE SPADE | KURT GEIGER | LACOSTE | L'OCCITANE | LE CRUSET | LEVI'S | LINDT | LOAKE | M&S | MICHAEL KORS MINT VELVET | MOLTON BROWN | MOSS BROS | MURMUR | MUSTO | NIKE UNITE | ORIGINAL PENGUIN | OSPREY LONDON | PANDORA | PENHALIGANS | POLO RALPH LAUREN | PRO COOK | PUMA | RADLEY LONDON | REISS | RITUALS | RUSSELL & BROMLEY | SAMSONITE | SEBAGO/SUPERGA | SKECHERS | STANCE | SUNGLASS HUT | SUPERDRY | SWAROVSKI | SWEATY BETTY | TED BAKER | TESCO EXPRESS | THE COSMETICS COMPANY | THE NORTH FACE | THE PERFUME SHOP | THE WHITE COMPANY | TIMBERLAND | TOMMY HILFIGER | UGG | UNDER ARMOUR | VANS | VILEBREQUIN | WATCH STATION | WEIRD FISH | WHITE STUFF | WHITTARD OF CHELSEA | ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS

Gunwharf Quays Restaurants

There are 30 restaurants and bars at Gunwharf Quays Shopping Centre to choose from, so there should be something to please everyone and all budgets. On the west side of the centre, close to the Spinnaker Tower, there are 2 floors of restaurants overlooking Gunwharf Quays Marina and Portsmouth Harbour with it's maritime traffic of ferries, sailing boats, fishing boats and Royal Naval vessels. Further restaurants and a traditional pub, The Customs House, can be found at the canalside area of Gunwharf. There really is a wide range of cuisines available here including, American, Chinese, French, Italian as well as restaurants offering a more global menu. You will find a full listing of Gunwharf Quays Restaurants here.

Gunwharf Quays Leisure

A close-up of signage for the Gunwharf Quays Outlet, highlighting its discounts on designer brands.

In addition to the fabulous shopping and restaurants, Gunwharf Quays at Portsmouth is also home to some great leisure facilities. Vue has a 14 screen multiplex cinema here, Aspex Art Gallery is located in the Vulcan Building, there is a 26 lane Hollywood Bowl bowling centre.

Grosvenor Casino's have a vibrant casino, with a modern a la carte restaurant seating up to 60, there is so much to do at Gunwharf Quays you will be spoilt for choice.

There are round the harbour site-seeing boat trips which leave Gunwharf Quays just opposite Carluccio's Restaurant, the Spinnaker Tower and regular events, fairs and exhibitions take place at Gunwharf Quays.
If you don't want to leave, Express by Holiday Inn have a hotel on site here so you can stay and enjoy yourselves for longer.

Gunwharf Quays shops details:

  • Address: Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TZ.
  • Telephone: 02392 836700

Gunwharf shops opening hours:

  • Monday-Friday 10am to 8pm
  • Saturday 9am to 8pm
  • Sunday 10am to 6pm (some larger stores open at 11.00am)

Shopmobility scheme:

  • Operates from the car park office.
  • Telephone: 02392 836773

Gunwharf Quays History

Gunwharf was developed on the site of HMS Vernon, which closed in 1986. HMS Vernon was the centre for development and training of torpedoes and torpedo men for the Royal Navy. However the history of Gunwharf is much older than HMS Vernon and can be traced back to the 12th century when King Richard, let out land for development of a dockyard and constructed a dock for royal galleys, known as Richards Docks.

View of the Spinnaker Tower towering over the shopping outlets and marina at Gunwharf Quays.

Gunwharf Quays gets its name from its use from the late 17th century. From this time it was the main ordinance supply depot for the Royal Navy in Portsmouth, it was from this site that ships loaded their weapons, canon balls and gunpowder before leaving Portsmouth Harbour. It was from this site that HMS Victory would have collected her weapons and munitions before leaving to fight at the Battle of Trafalgar.

The HMS Vernon site was badly damaged in The Blitz during the Second World War and many building were destroyed. Some original buildings do still remain, as mentioned earlier the Old Customs House pub is housed in an old Royal Naval administrative building and the Aspex Gallery, free admission, is housed in the Vulcan building another listed building that survived the bombing.

Outlet Shopping at Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth

Families enjoying the lively atmosphere of Gunwharf Quays’ outdoor shopping spaces. Gunwharf Quays shopping area with vibrant storefronts and a backdrop of the Spinnaker Tower.