Welcome to the Visit Portsmouth website!

Packed with things to do and fast becoming Britain's favourite waterfront destination, Portsmouth has more and more to offer every year. Enjoy an irresistible mix of history and heritage, specialist shopping, lively arts, great restaurants and bars and a programme of year round events.

Browse our website to find out more about our fantastic city and make sure you check back regularly to find out what's new. Our site will give you a taster of what's on offer, leaving plenty to surpise and delight you when you visit.

An Unforgettable Navy Extravaganza! 25th-27th July

Portsmouth has a strong and proud Naval heritage where the Naval Base is at the heart of the city and it's people. So, for one weekend only you can 'MEET YOUR NAVY'. Discover the past, present and future of the Royal Navy at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. With the rare opportunity to board HMS Illustrious to explore the ship and meet the crew, as well as Landing ships, Frigates, Destroyers, the Steam Pinnace which served at the Battle of Jutland 90 years ago, and other vessels of visiting navies from around the world. Witness the drills and firing displays of the Napoleonic riflemen, watch the daring gun-run competitions by HMS Nelson and HMS Sultan, see a miniature Fleet Review, listen to the Royal Marines Commandos Band, watch a maritime assault display by the Royal Marines from 40 Commando, and be amazed by the many re-enactments, demonstrations and flying displays throughout the day, including an historic flight by swordfish and seafire, with the Beating the Retreat  to close the days events. Not to be missed are the world famous Red Arrows who will take to the skies on the opening day to perform a spectacular display.

Save money by buying your tickets in advance - still available until Thursday from the Visitor Information Service

Portsmouth Summer Family Show- Cancelled

It is with regret that the Portsmouth Summer Family Show and Southsea Rocks events planned for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd August in Southsea have been cancelled. For more information please visit the Portsmouth City Council website.