Family friendly

You’ll be wowed by what Portsmouth has to offer, whether you’re 2, 102, or any age! From historic ships with fascinating stories to tell, to museums with activities for all ages – and plenty more besides – we’ve got the lot.

The below attractions have been hand-picked as they offer a great selection of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Whether it's through a fun-packed event programme, special activities for youngsters, or through special considerations to larger groups, these represent the best in family-friendly things to do in Portsmouth.

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Hayling Boat Trips

Address

Northey Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0NH

Telephone
07595183687

haylingboattrips@gmail.com

Hayling Island

Enjoy a stunning boat trip around Hayling Island, with an intimate tour of the beautiful and sheltered natural harbour.
Hilsea Jubilee Splash Pool

Address

Hilsea Jubilee Splash Pool, London Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9RP

Telephone
02392 828112

seafront.services@portsmouth.gov.uk

Portsmouth

Head along to the free admission, open-access children's splash pool in Hilsea.
Wimbledon Park Sports Centre

Address

Taswell Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 2RG

Telephone
02393 200404

wimbledon@bhlive.org.uk

Portsmouth

Wimbledon Park is a multi-facility centre located in the heart of Southsea.
Portsmouth Cathedral, St. Thomas'

Address

High Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2HH

Telephone
+44 023 9282 3300

enquiries@portsmouthcathedral.org.uk

Portsmouth

Take a voyage of discovery at Portsmouth Cathedral, and uncover over 800 years of history.
Text Quest

Address

Various locations around Portsmouth, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1AA

Telephone
01489 578 321

action@textquest.co.uk

Portsmouth

Take a tour of Portsmouth whilst playing a fun, problem-solving mobile game.
Havant Murder Mystery Trail

Address

Trail starts at Market Parade, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1PY

Telephone
01872 263692

enquiries@treasuretrails.co.uk

Havant

Explore Havant and learn about the town on this self-guided Murder Mystery Trail.
GoYachting

Address

Haslar Marina and Gunwharf Quays, Haslar Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1NU

Telephone
023 9298 4249

info@goyachting.co.uk

Gosport

GoYachting offers fully skippered sailing in the beautiful Solent waters on board a brand new Nautitech Open 46 Catamaran – Aquila.
Zingers Adventure Golf

Address

The Bridge Shopping Centre, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1SL

Telephone
023 9431 8395

hello@zingersuv.co.uk

Portsmouth

Zingers is Portsmouth's first indoor UV adventure golf course.
Staunton Farm

Address

Middle Park Way, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5HB

Telephone
023 9245 3405

staunton.enquiries@hants.gov.uk

Havant

Spend a day at Staunton and enjoy everything the farm has to offer.
Portsdown Hill

Address

Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 1AA

Telephone
+44 023 9282 2251

general@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Portsmouth

Portsdown Hill provides magnificent views over Portsmouth and beyond. The slopes are home to impressive shows of wildlife that can be explored through miles of paths.
Portsmouth Treasure Hunt: The Mystery of Nelson's Stolen Diamonds

Address

Starts at the Nelson Statue, Old Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2ND

jack.wells@mysteryguides.co.uk

Old Portsmouth

Turn the streets of Portsmouth into a 'whodunnit' treasure hunt adventure!
Round Tower

Address

Round Tower, Broad Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2LY

Telephone
+44 023 9282 7261

Portsmouth

The Round Tower is one of Portsmouth's oldest permanent fortifications.
Gosport Ferry Cruises

Address

Gosport Ferry Cruises, Bus Station, South Street, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1EP

Telephone
+44 023 9252 4551

admin@gosportferry.co.uk

South Street, Gosport

A visit to Portsmouth is not complete without taking a leisurely sight-seeing cruise on board the Spirit of Portsmouth.
Vue Cinema

Address

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TA

Telephone
+44 08712 240 240

guestservices@myvue.com

Portsmouth

Vue Portsmouth is a modern 14 screen multiplex situated in the Gunwharf Quays complex, Portsmouth.
Southsea Cinema & Arts Centre

Address

Portsmouth Film Society, 1-3 Palmerston Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3QQ

Telephone
07528 808400

info@portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk

Southsea

See great films, meet like-minded film fans and chat about the latest releases.
Royal Garrison Church

Address

Penny Street, Grand Parade, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2NJ

Telephone
+44 023 9282 3973

southeast@english-heritage.org.uk

Portsmouth

Discover this beautiful church in Old Portsmouth, which was partially destroyed during a firebomb raid in 1941.
Rock Gardens

Address

Rock Gardens, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea Seafront, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3PB

Telephone
+44 023 9283 4180

parks@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Southsea Seafront, Southsea

Very attractive, sheltered gardens close to the seafront with a wide variety of interesting plants, waterfall and pools.
Dointhedo Charter Boat Hire

Address

Premier Marina, Mumby Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1AH

Telephone
07527934444

dointhedo@mail.com

Gosport

Dointhedo is a new charter boat, with modern facilities and undercover seating, that carries up to 12 passengers.
The Portsmouth Music Experience

Address

Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hants, PO1 2AB

Telephone
02393 870200

enquiries@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk

Portsmouth

The Portsmouth Music Experience gallery features spectacular touring exhibitions as well as pieces from the local music scene.
Funk Format Street Dance Classes

Address

Priory Sports Centre and Somerstown Central Hub, Hampshire, PO4 0DL

hello@funkformat.com

Get down to classic R&B, soul, funk and hiphop.