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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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Emirates Spinnaker Tower

Portsmouth

Looking to visit the amazing Emirates Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth? If so, click here to get the latest information direct from the official Portsmouth tourism site!

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Cumberland House Natural History Museum

Portsmouth

Cumberland House Natural History Museum remains closed at this time.
Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum

Portsmouth

The Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum will remain closed until further notice per official guidelines on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) global pandemic.

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The Mary Rose

Portsmouth

The Mary Rose is currently closed to the public, following the latest official guidelines around containing the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Gunwharf Quays

Portsmouth

Gunwharf Quays is home to over 90 famous brands all offering up to 60% off the regular retail price. If you love to shop then there really is no better place than Gunwharf Quays.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Portsmouth

Looking to visit the amazing Portsmouth Historic Dockyard?...If so, click here to get the latest information direct from the official Portsmouth tourism site!

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Southsea Castle

Portsmouth

Southsea Castle is to remain closed until further notice following the latest official guidelines surrounding COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

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The D-Day Story

Portsmouth

The D-Day Story is now open!

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Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery is now open!

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Portsmouth Film Society

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Film Society brings you the opportunity to see the best in world cinema, documentary, independent film, animation and classic movies.
St. John's Roman Catholic Cathedral

Portsmouth

Take in the splendour of this Victorian church, which was named as the best-restored building in Portsmouth.
Kings Theatre

Portsmouth

Looking to visit the amazing Kings Theatre in Portsmouth?...If so, click here to get the latest information direct from the official Portsmouth tourism site!
Portsmouth Golf Centre

Portsmouth

Portsmouth boasts two 18 hole golf courses available for pay and play, with visitors welcome at both.

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Southsea Tennis Club

Portsmouth

From beginners to improvers and competitive players, Southsea Tennis Club offers something for everyone.

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Playzone

Portsmouth

Fun for everyone, rain or shine, day or night! Portsmouth Playzone is the biggest indoor play area and entertainment centre on the south coast.

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Southsea Skatepark

Portsmouth

Welcome to the premier Skatepark on the south coast.
Langstone Harbour

Portsmouth

A 14-mile Langstone Harbour Waterside Walk can be enjoyed, starting from Ferry Point Eastney, around the whole loop of Langstone Harbour, using the Ferry to return.
Farlington Marshes Wildlife Reserve

Portsmouth

Farlington Marshes is one of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserves.

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Baffins Pond

Portsmouth

Baffins Pond (at 4.35 hectares) is home to a host of wild fowl and ducks, as well as established reed beds.
Saint Mary's Church

Portsmouth

St Mary's has been described as the finest Victorian building in Hampshire. Designed just over 100 years ago by Arthur Blomfield. Finest Walker organ in England.

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