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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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Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum

Portsmouth

See the home where the eminent Victorian author was born - and view some of his personal possessions.

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The D-Day Story

Portsmouth

The D-Day Story is now open!

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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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Cumberland House Natural History Museum

Portsmouth

Cumberland House Natural History Museum remains closed at this time.
Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery is now open!

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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.
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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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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The Mary Rose

Portsmouth

Explore Henry VIII's warship, recovered after more than 400 years on the sea bed.
WicorMarine Yacht Haven

Fareham

Walk-ashore and mid-river marina berths, plus boatyard, paddle boarding, kayaking and licensed café.
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.
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.
No.6 Cinema

Portsmouth

No.6 Cinema is Portsmouth's premier independent cinema, showing some arthouse gems and forgotten classics alongside the big Hollywood blockbusters.

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Tenth Hole Pitch & Putt

Portsmouth

Work up an appetite for cake or brunch at the Tenth Hole Pitch and Putt.
Exciting Escapes

Portsmouth

Exciting Escapes bring the thrilling world of escape room adventures to Portsmouth - for 60 minutes of adventure and intrigue.
South Coast Wakepark

Portsmouth

Welcoming everyone from beginners to pros, South Coast H2O is the home of the UK’s longest System 2.0 straightline cable.
Boathouse 4

Portsmouth

At Boathouse 4, you can watch boatbuilding in action and learn about the vital role of small boats in the Royal Navy. The exhibition is free to enter and features a range of fun interactives which bring these small craft to life.

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Luna Park 10 Years

Portsmouth

Aspex celebrates 10 years since the 'Southsea Dinosaur' arrived on the Common.
Flip Out Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Flip Out Portsmouth is a huge arena of integrated interconnected trampolines, where you can spring, trick or flip off the walls on the largest trampolines out there.
Mountbatten Leisure Centre

Portsmouth

Click here to learn all about Portsmouth's premier sporting facility, Mountbatten Leisure Centre.

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