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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WicorMarine Yacht Haven

Address

Cranleigh Road, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 9DR

Telephone
01329237112

inbox@wicormarine.co.uk

Portchester

Walk-ashore and mid-river marina berths, plus boatyard, paddle boarding, kayaking and licensed café.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chester Monte's Murder Mystery Experience

Address

Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1BA

Telephone
07751402047

info@im-puzzled.com

Portsmouth

Become a private investigator and walk the city streets to solve a fascinating murder mystery.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Boathouse 4

Address

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, College Road, H M Naval Base, Portsmouth, Hants, PO1 3LJ

Telephone
023 9282 0921

info@portsmouthhq.org

H M Naval Base, Portsmouth

Watch boatbuilding in action and learn about the vital role of small boats in the Royal Navy.
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.
Hollywood Bowl

Address

Hollywood Bowl, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TA

Telephone
0844 4770 494

customerservice@hollywoodbowl.co.uk

Portsmouth

Hollywood Bowl is a great place to create memories and share fun times with your family, friends and work colleagues.
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.
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.
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.
Portsdown Hill

Address

Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 1AA

Telephone
+44 023 9282 2251

general@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Portsmouth

Portsdown Hill provides magnificent views over Portsmouth and beyond. The slopes are home to impressive shows of wildlife that can be explored through miles of paths.
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.