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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Exploria

Address

The Pyramids Centre, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3ST

Telephone
023 9320 0330

exploria@bhlive.org.uk

Southsea, Portsmouth

Explore a world of fun at Exploria - the bounce and play park that's full of wonder.
Southsea Model Village

Address

Southsea Model Village, Lumps Fort, Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 9RU

Telephone
07825 55 82 31

willywilson74@gmail.com

Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth

Marvel at the 1/12th scale Southsea Model Village, which features forty miniature buildings, houses, forts and castles, as well as a `G' scale garden railway.
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.
The Pyramids Centre

Address

The Pyramids Centre, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3ST

Telephone
023 93 200330

info.pyramids@bhlive.co.uk

Southsea, Portsmouth

One of Portsmouth’s largest health and wellbeing centres, located just off Southsea Beach.
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.
Exciting Escapes

Address

48 London Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 0LN

Telephone
02392666831

portsmouth@excitingescapes.co.uk

Portsmouth

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

Address

The Royal Maritime Club, 78-80 Queen Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3HS

Telephone
01962680236

team@babysquids.co.uk

Portsmouth

Baby Squids Portsmouth offers swimming lessons to children from birth up to four years old, before they go to school.
Onboard RIB Experiences & Charters

Address

Onboard RIB Ltd, Onboard Kiosk, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TZ

Telephone
+44 023 9200 6427

office@onboardcharters.com

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

A range of powerboat rides and experiences, from RIB and powerboat rides to private charters and cruises.
Portsmouth Marine Training

Address

Southsea Marina, Fort Cumberland Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9RJ

Telephone
02392 838885

info@portsmouthmarinetraining.co.uk

Southsea

RYA training centre offering Sail Cruising, Motor Cruising, Powerboating, Jet Skiing, and shore-based courses.
Hilsea Lido

Address

Hilsea Lido, London Road, Portsmouth, Hants, PO2 9RP

Telephone
07903 823347

info@hilsea-lido.org.uk

Portsmouth

Portsmouth City Council is currently redeveloping Hilsea Lido and hope to re-open summer 2025.
Hovercraft Experience Flights

Address

Departures from Southsea and Ryde, Hampshire, PO5 3AD

Telephone
0345 222 0461

info@hovertravel.com

Get ready for the ultimate flight experience – by hovercraft.
Curious About Portsmouth?

Address

Starts at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3LJ

Telephone
01159502151

info@curiousabout.co.uk

Portsmouth

Have fun discovering Portsmouth with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt.
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.
Other World Escapes

Address

239-241 Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 4BJ

Telephone
02392170600

start@otherworldescapes.com

Portsmouth

Find the clues, solve the puzzles, complete the objective. Become the hero in your own adventure; do you have what it takes?
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.
Stansted Park

Address

Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire, PO9 6DX

Telephone
02392 412265

enquiry@stanstedpark.co.uk

Rowlands Castle

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

Address

Milton Park, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 8PR

Southsea

Milton Park offers five, full-size tennis courts, free to use all year round.
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.