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Portsmouth is the Great Waterfront City – packed with world-class attractions, fantastic things to do and a year-round programme of events. Escape to the UK's only island city, to explore miles of coastline and centuries of history.
What's more, Portsmouth is a very compact city, with many great attractions and venues mere metres from one another. This - twinned with the island's flat profile - makes it easy to walk wherever you want to go.
The Visit Portsmouth website is your one-stop resource for all the information you need to take an enjoyable city break.
Our Things To Do section details all the great attractions to enjoy, from world renowned museums to outdoor activities, fantastic entertainment venues and plenty more besides. Whether you want to explore the area’s history, get out on the water or treat the whole family, this is where to find all the information you need.
All the city events can be found in our What’s On pages. Here you’ll find information on everything coming to the city during your visit – be it travelling theatre shows, music festivals, art exhibitions, or any other event scheduled for the weeks and months ahead. It’s also where you’ll find booking details to secure your ticket.
If you're researching where to stay, our accommodation listings provide all manner of solutions. Here you can choose from big-name hotels, independent B&Bs or quirky self-catering options where you can live like at home. You can check star and rosette levels to be sure of quality, and even book certain places or check availability directly from the Visit Portsmouth website.
Portsmouth is blessed with plenty of places to eat, drink and be merry – with global cuisine, local produce and a host of top-quality tipples. Our Food and Drink pages detail all the places you can enjoy wonderful restaurants, pubs and bars in the city – all of which will be much needed after a day spent exploring!
If you’re heading to the city without a set plan, let us be your guide. The Explore pages offer insight and inspiration to everything you can enjoy in the Great Waterfront City. From itineraries based on specific interests, to insights into the city’s past, or even some tips from the locals themselves, this is the place to plan your trip and get inspiration on all the things not to be missed.
If you’re a business traveller or looking to host an event in the city, take a look through the Venues in Portsmouth. Here you’ll find information on all the city’s business and conference venues, as well as all the key information you need, such as room sizes, capacities, facilities and price. It's also where you'll find information on places to hold a wedding or civil partnership.
All the details you need on getting into and around Portsmouth can be found in our Visitor Information pages. You’ll find key contact information, as well as all the details you need to ensure your trip is a successful one.
Finally, our Waterfront Blog is the place to visit to really explore Portsmouth. Settle in and read all about the area’s history, the global importance of our attractions, or simply what you can enjoy on your next visit to the Great Waterfront City.
