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Spinnaker Tower

One of Portsmouth's most famous landmarks is worth a visit - you can see for up to 23 miles!

Attractions in Portsmouth

Portsmouth may be a small city (only around 14 square miles), but it's chock full of things to do. Whether you're after seaside strolls, military museums, tip-top theatres or something else altogether - with the wide variety of attractions in Portsmouth, we have you covered.

Being an island city we have a rich nautical history. In the 15th century, Portsmouth was seen as the first line of defence against European armies, and it was from Southsea Castle that Henry VIII watched the sinking of his beloved Mary Rose. She lay on the Solent bed for 437 years, before finally being brought back to dry land and is now the centrepiece of the Mary Rose Museum.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is one of the city's main attractions for many visitors, not only to see HMS Victory but also the many other ships open to the public, including HMS Warrior 1860 and HMS Alliance.

Then, just a short stroll from Portsmouth Dockyard is Gunwharf Quays, a popular shopping outlet that also houses restaurants, bars, a cinema and bowling alley. Furthermore, standing tall above Gunwharf Quays is the Emirates Spinnaker Tower - a 170-metre landmark that has swiftly become an emblem of the city. On a clear day, visitors can see for up to 23 miles from its viewing platforms - or take on the glass floor, if the nerves hold!

Heading east from Gunwharf and the Historic Dockyard will take you back to Southsea Castle, and a number of other museums. Among them are the D-Day Museum (which recounts the famed Normandy landings of 1944), Portsmouth City Museum (which has a dedicated exhbition to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who worked as a doctor in the city when he wrote the first two Sherlock Holmes novels) and Cumberland House (Portsmouth's Natural History museum).

All this is just a tiny selection of the vast array of attractions in Portsmouth. It's all far too much to take on in an afternoon, and not bad at all for a 14-square mile island!

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Onboard Powerboat Rides

Portsmouth

A selection of exciting, short-duration powerboat rides from Gunwharf Quays on a range of powerful 8.0m vessels.

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St. John's Roman Catholic Cathedral

Portsmouth

Take in the splendour of this Victorian church, which was named as the best-restored building in Portsmouth.
Kelley's Hero Fishing Charters

Portsmouth

Whether you are an experienced angler, a novice angler, or maybe you would like to try sea fishing for the first time, then you have come to the right place.
Portsmouth Museum

Portsmouth

Portsmouth Museum is the museum of and for the people of Portsmouth with exciting and varied displays.

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Round Tower

Portsmouth

The Round Tower is one of Portsmouth's oldest permanent fortifications.
Wimbledon Park Sports Centre

Portsmouth

Multi-facility centre.
Portsmouth Tennis Centre

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.
Sea Juicer

Portsmouth

Chartering from Portsmouth, Sea-Juicer is available for full day, half day or evening fishing trips, catering for all types of anglers from total beginers to the most experienced.
Square Tower

Portsmouth

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

Portsmouth

The historic Hilsea Lido dates back to 1932, and has been enjoyed by generations ever since.

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Spice Island Treasure Trail

Portsmouth

Explore Portsmouth on this self guided Mystery themed Treasure Trail. It will certainly get you looking at this historical part of Portsmouth in a different way. Can you follow the route and solve the sneaky clues to discover whodunit?
Hilsea Jubilee Splash Pool

Portsmouth

Come along to the free admission, open-access children's splash pool in Hilsea.
Southsea Tennis Club

Portsmouth

From beginners to improvers and competitive players, Southsea Tennis Club offers something for everyone.

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Dark Encounters

Portsmouth

Dark Encounters offers an exciting range of ghostly events in the city of Portsmouth, ranging from Ghost Walks to residential Ghost Weekends!
Cumberland House Natural History Museum

Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a very special place for wildlife in Britain. It has many different habitats in a very small area, and at Portsmouth Natural History Museum you can explore them all.
Southsea Common

Portsmouth

Southsea Common is a vast open space that was purchased from the War Department in 1922. It is ideal for kite flying, picnics and informal ball games.
Southsea Castle

Portsmouth

Built in 1544, Southsea Castle was part of a series of fortifications constructed by Henry VIII around England's coasts.

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The Portsmouth Music Experience

Portsmouth

The Portsmouth Music Experience gallery features spectacular touring exhibitions as well as pieces from the local music scene.

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Spitbank Fort

Portsmouth

Spitbank Fort is an exclusive venue on the south coast, and is its own private island for hire, available for exclusive use, special events, private parties, wedding receptions, music videos and corporate hire.
Aspex

Portsmouth

Year-round programme of solo, group and themed exhibitions of contemporary visual art, accompanied by talks, screenings, performances and participatory workshops.

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