History

One thing that Portsmouth’s most certainly not short on is history. Admirals have set sail from here, Kings have married here, and great battles were fought just off our coastline. The city played a vital role in defending Britain, and more recently some of the most celebrated writers and thinkers have lived here.

Take a step back in time to experience Portsmouth’s history and discover the fascinating stories our attractions have to tell.

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Tour: Stories of WWII - Portsmouth

Address

Starts at The D-Day Story, Clarence Esplanade, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3NT

VIS@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Portsmouth

Discover more about the planning and implementation of Operation Overlord on D-Day.
South Parade Pier

Address

South Parade, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 0SW

enquiries@southparadepier.co.uk

Southsea

South Parade Pier stands proudly in the centre of Southsea’s stunning 4 mile coastline with amazing unique views of the Isle of Wight and across The Solent.
The New Theatre Royal

Address

20 - 24 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2DD

Telephone
+44 023 9264 9000

boxoffice@newtheatreroyal.com

Portsmouth

The New Theatre Royal, situated in the heart of the city, offers a matchless programme of cutting edge dance, theatre, drama, music, children's shows and comedy.
Kings Theatre

Address

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

Telephone
+44 023 9282 8282

Southsea, Portsmouth

Looking to visit the amazing Kings Theatre in Portsmouth?...If so, click here to get the latest information direct from the official Portsmouth tourism site!
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.
World War 1 Remembrance Centre

Address

Airport Service Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5PJ

Telephone
023 9279 8751

Portsmouth

This new centre has been set up to display artefacts, reproduction exhibits and memorabilia from World War One.
Portsmouth Guildhall

Address

Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2AB

Telephone
+44 023 9283 4146

webenquiries@portsmouthguildhall.co.uk

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Guildhall - steeped in tradition and history
Stansted Park

Address

Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire, PO9 6DX

Telephone
02392 412265

Rowlands Castle

Stansted Park stands in 1800 acres of extraordinary landscaped parkland and ancient forest.
Text Quest

Address

Various locations around Portsmouth, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1AA

Telephone
01489 578 321

action@textquest.co.uk

Portsmouth

Take a tour of Portsmouth whilst playing a fun, problem-solving mobile game.
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!
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.
St. John's Roman Catholic Cathedral

Address

Edinburgh Road, Portsmouth, Hamsphire, PO1 3HG

Telephone
+44 023 9282 6170

stjcath@btconnect.com

Portsmouth

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

Address

Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2AD

Telephone
02038703233

Portsmouth

Solve the clues and discover the hidden side of Portsmouth.
Falklands Landing Craft Trips

Address

Boathouse 4, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3LJ

Telephone
02392 893331

bh4@pnbpt.com

Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth

Boathouse 4 runs Falklands Landing Craft F8 trips around Portsmouth Harbour.
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!
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.
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.
Groundlings Theatre

Address

42 Kent Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3BS

Telephone
023 9273 7370

info@groundlings.co.uk

Portsmouth

Groundlings is a unique Georgian Theatre that hosts a rich and varied programme of events throughout the year - a great many of which are produced in house.