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.

There are even more ideas on the 50 Things to do in Portsmouth Before You're 5 website, which details free activities for families, as well as inspration for days out that are ideal for ages 0-4.

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Millennium Promenade

Address

Starting Point - Spur Redoubt, Long Curtain Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 1AA

Telephone
+44 023 9282 6722

vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Portsmouth

Three kilometres of promenade links Portsmouth’s historic waterfront.
Portsmouth Cathedral, St. Thomas'

Address

High Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2HH

Telephone
+44 023 9282 3300

info@portsmouthcathedral.org.uk

Portsmouth

Take a voyage of discovery at Portsmouth Cathedral, and uncover over 800 years of history.
Pitt St. Skatepark

Address

315 Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 4AY

Telephone
07985227662

hello@pittstskatepark.com

Portsmouth

Pitt St. Skatepark is Portsmouth’s indoor playground for all things wheeled.
Tenth Hole Pitch & Putt

Address

Eastern Parade, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9RF

Telephone
02392 830 009

thetenthhole@hotmail.com

Southsea

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

Address

Sunsail Events, Lock Approach, Port Solent Marina, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4TJ

Telephone
02392 22 22 21

sales@sunsail.com

Port Solent Marina, Portsmouth

Sunsail Events offers amazing corporate sailing days, team building activities and bareboat charters from its base in Port Solent Marina.
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.
Square Tower

Address

Broad Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2ND

Telephone
+44 0751 950 5785

enquiries@squaretower.co.uk

Portsmouth

The Square Tower is one of the oldest surviving parts of Portsmouth's fortifications, built to defend the city and harbour.
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.
Victoria Park

Address

Victoria Park, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2BG

Telephone
+44 023 9282 2251

parks@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Portsmouth

A haven of green tucked away in the city centre adjacent to the Guildhall and Civic Offices.
Wetwheels Solent

Address

The Old Guardhouse, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TZ

Telephone
07904 997622

office@wetwheelssolent.co.uk

Portsmouth

All abilities are welcome on Wetwheels' fully accessible boats for trips around the Solent.
Nelson Trail Self-Guided Walk

Address

Landport Gate, St George's Road, (ends at Spur redoubt), Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2EH

Telephone
+44 023 9282 6722

vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

(ends at Spur redoubt), Portsmouth

This self-guided walk takes you through Old Portsmouth, highlighting points of interest relating to Vice Admiral Lord Nelson and Portsmouth around the time of the Battle of Trafalgar.
Odeon Cinema

Address

Portway, Port Solent, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4TS

Telephone
+44 0871 22 44 007

gs@odeon.co.uk

Portsmouth

Odeon is the largest cinema chain in the UK, with over one hundred cinemas nationwide.
Odeon entertains more people in the UK than any other cinema chain, accounting for nearly a third of all tickets sold in the UK.
Portsmouth of the Past Walking Tours

Address

In front of HMS Warrior by the Mudlarks Statue, Outside the entrance to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3DT

Telephone
07742102581

portsmouthofthepast@btinternet.com

Portsmouth

Take a free walking tour around historic Old Portsmouth - focusing on the lives, loves and losses of its people.
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.
Southsea Marina

Address

Fort Cumberland Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 9JR

Telephone
+44 023 9282 2719

southsea@premiermarinas.com

Portsmouth

Southsea Marina sits on the threshold of the Solent - its relaxed and friendly atmosphere a sanctuary for yachtsmen to escape the crowds.
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.
Portsmouth Football Club

Address

Fratton Park, Portsmouth Football Club, Frogmore Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 8RA

Telephone
+44 023 9273 1204

info@pompeyfc.co.uk

Frogmore Road, Portsmouth

Fratton Park is home of Portsmouth Football Club.
Royal Garrison Church

Address

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

Telephone
+44 023 9282 3973

SouthHPDAdmin@english-heritage.org.uk

Portsmouth

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

Address

Portsmouth Tennis Centre, Alex Way, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9AD

Telephone
02393 200402

ptc@bhlive.org.uk

Portsmouth

Whether you are an aspiring Wimbledon champion, or just fancy a fun game, Portsmouth Tennis Centre's indoor facilities enable you to have a game - whatever the weather.
South Coast Wakepark

Address

Near Hilsea Lido, London Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9RP

Telephone
07570 783866

bookings@southcoastwakepark.co.uk

Portsmouth

A British Water Ski & Wakeboard accredited park, located in the calm and sheltered waters of the historic moat of Hilsea Lines.