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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Kings Theatre

Address

Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 2QJ

Telephone
+44 023 9282 8282

box.office@kingsportsmouth.co.uk

Southsea, Portsmouth

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Portsmouth Guildhall

Address

Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2AB

Telephone
023 9387 0200

enquiries@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Guildhall - steeped in tradition and history
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.
St. John's Roman Catholic Cathedral

Address

Edinburgh Road, Portsmouth, Hamsphire, PO1 3HG

Telephone
+44 023 9282 6170

cathedral@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk

Portsmouth

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

Address

Hayling Island, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0DG

Telephone
+44 023 9246 3419

environment@langstoneharbour.org.uk

Hayling Island

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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Gosport Ferry Cruises

Address

Gosport Ferry Cruises, Bus Station, South Street, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1EP

Telephone
+44 023 9252 4551

admin@gosportferry.co.uk

South Street, Gosport

A visit to Portsmouth is not complete without taking a leisurely sight-seeing cruise on board the Spirit of Portsmouth.
The Putt Hutt

Address

Clarence Pier, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3AA

hello@putthutt.co.uk

Southsea

Step into nostalgia at The Putt Hutt, a whimsical 18-hole indoor crazy golf course at Clarence Pier.
Full Send Racing Lounge

Address

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3FA

Telephone
023 9200 9183

admin@fullsendmotorsport.co.uk

Portsmouth

Get ready for the ultimate simulator racing experience.
Shipwright's Way

Address

Across Hampshire, finishing at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Hampshire, PO1 3LJ

A 50-mile, long-distance path that links cities, towns and villages of East Hampshire with the region's beautiful countryside.
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.
Southsea Treasure Hunt: The Mystery of Southsea's Laughing Sailor

Address

Starts at Portsmouth Museum & Art Gallery, Museum Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2LJ

jack.wells@mysteryguides.co.uk

Portsmouth

Turn the streets of Southsea into a 'whodunnit' treasure hunt adventure!
Staunton Farm

Address

Middle Park Way, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5HB

Telephone
023 9245 3405

staunton.enquiries@hants.gov.uk

Havant

Spend a day at Staunton and enjoy everything the farm has to offer.
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.
Portsmouth Treasure Hunt: The Mystery of Nelson's Stolen Diamonds

Address

Starts at the Nelson Statue, Old Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2ND

jack.wells@mysteryguides.co.uk

Old Portsmouth

Turn the streets of Portsmouth into a 'whodunnit' treasure hunt adventure!