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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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Andrew Simpson Watersports Centre - Portsmouth

Portsmouth

ASWC - Portsmouth has all the facilities and equipment needed for a wide range of watersports and outdoor activities.
Hilsea Lido

Portsmouth

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

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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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Le Coeur de la vie

Portsmouth

Music, lyrics, plants and animals come together in this new exhibition at Portsmouth Guildhall.
Havant Murder Mystery Trail

Havant

Explore Havant and learn about the town on this self-guided Murder Mystery Trail.
Trailclues

Portsmouth

Solve the clues and discover the hidden side of Portsmouth.
LANO Yoga

Portsmouth

LANO Yoga a dedicated yoga Studio on Elm Grove offering a range of styles and classes.
Portchester Castle

Fareham

Visit the Roman-Saxon shore fort with Norman additions - featuring a near-perfect keep and Norman church within the walls.

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Exchange Exhibitions & Residencies

Portsmouth

Three artists complete a series of residencies, generating new artwork in response to the theme of Exchange and its potential meanings.
Phoenix Helicopter Academy

Gosport

Phoenix Helicopter Academy is the South's favourite Helicopter Training School and Charter Operator.
Curious About Portsmouth?

Portsmouth

Have fun discovering Portsmouth with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt.
Hilsea Lines

Portsmouth

An eighty-hectare site surrounding the fortifications of Hilsea Lines ancient monument, this popular walking spot includes woodland, meadows and fresh brackish lakes.
Rock Gardens

Portsmouth

Very attractive, sheltered gardens close to the seafront with a wide variety of interesting plants, waterfall and pools.
Odeon Cinema

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.
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.
GoYachting

Portsmouth

GoYachting offers fully skippered sailing in the beautiful Solent waters on board a brand new Nautitech Open 46 Catamaran – Aquila.
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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Portsmouth Guided Cycle Ride

Portsmouth

Take a guided bike ride around Portsmouth with Gordon, inspired by his decades of experience living and working in the city.
Pirates and Princesses

Portsmouth

One of the largest indoor children's playgrounds on the south coast.

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Hambledon Vineyard

Portsmouth

Take a tour of the UK's oldest commercial vineyard, at Hambledon.

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Havant Murder Mystery Trail

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