# Solent Cat, Cowes — Reviews & Opening Hours > Solent Cat — Tour Agency in Cowes with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 112 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/isle-of-wight/restaurants/solent-cat (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tour Agency # Solent Cat Cowes, Isle Of Wight [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5912403952020656470&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Solent Cat](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111069362890823797773) **In short:** Solent Cat is a tour agency in Isle of Wight, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 112 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 2 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Solent Cat Solent Cat operates boat tours from Cowes Harbour, departing from Thetis Wharf. Regular cruises visit the Needles and Alum Bay, lasting approximately two and a half to three hours depending on tides. The Wight Scene cruise follows the island coastline. Food and drinks are available to purchase at the bar on board. Both lower and upper decks are available; the upper deck is popular and arrival 30 minutes before departure is recommended to secure a seat there. The boat can be chartered for groups. Tours include commentary from the skipper and crew. The venue holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Solent Cat's own website](http://www.solentcruises.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM ## What's nearby - Ellen MacArthur Foundation next door - Marinus Apartments next door - Cowes Yacht Haven 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (112 reviews) **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Isle of Wight Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1798120). [More restaurants in Isle of Wight](https://staycation.co.uk/isle-of-wight/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (112 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.solentcruises.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01983 564602](tel:01983564602) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Isle of Wight **Plus Code** 9C2WQP54+FX ### 🏨 Places to stay near Isle of Wight Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DIsle%2Bof%2BWight%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/isle-of-wight/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/isle-of-wight/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Solent Cat? Solent Cat is open Mon–Sun 11am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Solent Cat any good? Solent Cat is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 112 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### How do I contact Solent Cat? 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