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Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Learn all about Britain's naval might and stand on the exact spots that changed history forever.

Attractions in Portsmouth

Portsmouth may be a small city (only around 14 square miles), but it's chock full of things to do. Whether you're after seaside strolls, military museums, tip-top theatres or something else altogether - with the wide variety of attractions in Portsmouth, we have you covered.

Being an island city we have a rich nautical history. In the 15th century, Portsmouth was seen as the first line of defence against European armies, and it was from Southsea Castle that Henry VIII watched the sinking of his beloved Mary Rose. She lay on the Solent bed for 437 years, before finally being brought back to dry land and is now the centrepiece of the Mary Rose Museum.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is one of the city's main attractions for many visitors, not only to see HMS Victory but also the many other ships open to the public, including HMS Warrior 1860 and HMS Alliance.

Then, just a short stroll from Portsmouth Dockyard is Gunwharf Quays, a popular shopping outlet that also houses restaurants, bars, a cinema and bowling alley. Furthermore, standing tall above Gunwharf Quays is the Emirates Spinnaker Tower - a 170-metre landmark that has swiftly become an emblem of the city. On a clear day, visitors can see for up to 23 miles from its viewing platforms - or take on the glass floor, if the nerves hold!

Heading east from Gunwharf and the Historic Dockyard will take you back to Southsea Castle, and a number of other museums. Among them are the D-Day Museum (which recounts the famed Normandy landings of 1944), Portsmouth City Museum (which has a dedicated exhbition to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who worked as a doctor in the city when he wrote the first two Sherlock Holmes novels) and Cumberland House (Portsmouth's Natural History museum).

All this is just a tiny selection of the vast array of attractions in Portsmouth. It's all far too much to take on in an afternoon, and not bad at all for a 14-square mile island!

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Platform 2018

Portsmouth

Aspex presents its selection for the annual Platform Graduate Award with CVAN South East.
Martin Snape: An Artist's View of Gosport

Portsmouth

Take a fascinating tour of historic Gosport through the paintings of one of its most popular artists, Martin Snape.
Stansted Park

Portsmouth

Stansted Park stands in 1800 acres of extraordinary landscaped parkland and ancient forest.

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The Isle of Wight Festival 1968, 1969, 1970 Exhibition

Portsmouth

Take in the events of the iconic 1968-70 Isle of Wight Festivals with this brand new exhibition.
Tessa Eastman Ceramics

Portsmouth

Aspex and Making Space present an exhibition showcasing the work of award-winning ceramicist Tessa Eastman.
Groundlings Theatre

Portsmouth

Groundlings is a unique Georgian Theatre that hosts a rich and varied programme of events throughout the year - a great many of which are produced in house.
Peter Ashley Activity Centres - Fort Purbrook Activity Centre

Portsmouth

Looking for Group Activities for children and adults near Portsmouth?
Gunwharf Quays

Portsmouth

Gunwharf Quays is home to over 90 premium retail outlet stores offering up to 60% off RRP. If you love to shop then there really is no better place than Gunwharf Quays.
Peter Ashley Activity Centres - Fort Widley Equestrian Centre

Portsmouth

Regardless of your age, ability or fitness, the Peter Ashley Equestrian Centre has a lesson for you.
A Year and a Fraction of a Second: Photography by Vernon Nash Exhibition

Portsmouth

Vernon Nash captures fleeting moments from some of the Guildhall's biggest shows of the past 12 months.
The Mary Rose

Portsmouth

Discover that history is only a heartbeat away at the Mary Rose.
South Parade Pier

Portsmouth

South Parade Pier stands proudly in the centre of Southsea’s stunning 4 mile coastline with amazing unique views of the Isle of Wight and across The Solent.
Portsmouth Bike Tours

Portsmouth

Be ready for an entertaining, guided bike tour of the city of Portsmouth.
Phoenix Helicopter Academy

Gosport

Phoenix Helicopter Academy is the South's favourite Helicopter Training School and Charter Operator.
Hambledon Vineyard

Portsmouth

Take a tour of the UK's oldest commercial vineyard, at Hambledon.
Poppies: Wave

Portsmouth

Ceramic poppies will be popping up at Fort Nelson as part of #PoppiesTour.
Two Years On: A Hotwalls Collective on tour!

Portsmouth

The Hotwalls Studios' two year celebrations continue with a short exhibition at Portsmouth Guildhall.
GoYachting

Portsmouth

GoYachting offers fully skippered sailing in the beautiful Solent waters on board a brand new Nautitech Open 46 Catamaran – Aquila.
Curious About Portsmouth?

Portsmouth

Have fun discovering Portsmouth with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt.
Portchester Castle

Fareham

A Roman-Saxon shore fort with Norman additions. A near-perfect keep and Norman church within the walls.

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