Entertainment and venues

If you’re looking to round off a day’s exploring with some live music, theatre or a good boogie, Portsmouth’s entertainment venues will have just the tonic.

There are a number of cinemas across the city, offering everything from the biggest Hollywood blockbusters to small indie flicks.

We also have a number of great theatres, with a diverse programme of performances all year round – from drama and music to dance and live comedy.

The live music continues at the city’s gig venues – where artists big and small have graced the stage for some iconic performances.

If you dream night consists of having a few drinks and hitting the dancefloor, a trip to Portsmouth’s nightclubs is a must. There are a host of options around the city, all offering different music styles across the week.

And don't forget, our events pages have all the information on what's going on during your next visit.

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Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Address

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Visitor Centre, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3LJ

Telephone
023 9283 9766

HM Naval Base, Portsmouth

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is the UK’s premier destination for exploring 500 years of naval history.
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.
Wedgewood Rooms

Address

147b Albert Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 0JW

Telephone
023 9286 3911

info@wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

Southsea

Portsmouth's Wedgewood Rooms is the place to see big music and comedy acts in intimate surrounds.
Exploria

Address

The Pyramids Centre, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3ST

Telephone
023 9320 0330

exploria@bhlive.org.uk

Southsea, Portsmouth

Explore a world of fun at Exploria - the bounce and play park that's full of wonder.
Treasure Island Adventure Golf

Address

Long Curtain Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3AA

Telephone
023 9229 1919

Southsea

Take on the Warrior and Victory trails at Portsmouth's seafront Adventure Golf attraction - Treasure Island.
Spitbank Fort

Address

Solents Forts Port Office, Lock Keepers Cottage, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hants, PO1 3FH

Telephone
+44 02392 513887

info@spitbankfort.com

Gunwharf Quays, 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.
The D-Day Story

Address

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

Telephone
023 9288 2555

mvs@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Portsmouth

The D-Day Story is the only museum in the UK dedicated to the Allied Invasion in June 1944.
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.
No.6 Cinema

Address

No.6 Cinema, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3LJ

Telephone
074 3502 9408

info@no6cinema.co.uk

Portsmouth

No.6 Cinema is Portsmouth's premier independent cinema, showing some arthouse gems and forgotten classics alongside the big Hollywood blockbusters.
Boathouse 4

Address

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

Telephone
023 9289 3338

kerryjarvie@pnbpt.com

H M Naval Base, Portsmouth

Watch boatbuilding in action and learn about the vital role of small boats in the Royal Navy.
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!
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.
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.
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.
The Portsmouth Distillery

Address

Coastguard Casemate, Fort Cumberland, Fort Cumberland Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9LD

Telephone
02392 733339

Fort Cumberland Road, Southsea

The Portsmouth Distillery Co. is a premium artisan spirit producer, established in 2018 at its home inside the 18th century Fort Cumberland bastion.
Cumberland House Natural History Museum

Address

Cumberland House Natural History Museum, Eastern Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 9RF

Telephone
+44 023 9281 5276

mvs@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Southsea, Portsmouth

See the flora and fauna of Portsmouth at Cumberland House - the Natural History Museum.
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 Astoria

Address

37-39 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2RY

Telephone
023 9286 3741

Portsmouth

The Astoria remains one of Portsmouth's biggest and best-loved nightclubs.
Portchester Castle

Address

Castle Street, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 9QW

Telephone
023 9237 8291

customers@english-heritage.org.uk

Portchester

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