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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Southsea Model Village

Address

Southsea Model Village, Lumps Fort, Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 9RU

Telephone
07825 55 82 31

willywilson74@gmail.com

Eastney Esplanade, Portsmouth

Marvel at the 1/12th scale Southsea Model Village, which features forty miniature buildings, houses, forts and castles, as well as a `G' scale garden railway.
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.
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.
Royal Armouries - Fort Nelson

Address

Fort Nelson, Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6AN

Telephone
+44 (0)1329 233 734

fnenquiries@armouries.org.uk

Fareham

Head to the home of the big guns, to see the role these forts played in defending Portsmouth.
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.
Southsea Cinema & Arts Centre

Address

Portsmouth Film Society, 1-3 Palmerston Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3QQ

Telephone
07528 808400

info@portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk

Southsea

See great films, meet like-minded film fans and chat about the latest releases.
The Mary Rose

Address

Main Road, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PY

Telephone
023 9281 2931

museum@maryrose.org

Portsmouth

Experience The Mary Rose as never before at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
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.
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.
Portsmouth Football Club

Address

Fratton Park, Portsmouth Football Club, Frogmore Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 8RA

Telephone
+44 023 9273 1204

info@pompeyfc.co.uk

Frogmore Road, Portsmouth

Fratton Park is home of Portsmouth Football Club.
Jack House Gallery

Address

121 High Street, Old Portsmouth, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2HW

Telephone
07503152848

info@jackhousegallery.co.uk

Portsmouth

Take in the ever-evolving programme of events and exhibitions, from local and international artists.
Canoe Lake

Address

Canoe Lake, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9RG

Telephone
023 9281 6760

Southsea

A popular park dating from 1886 with some of the mature evergreen oaks planted in 1910, Canoe Lake has an impressive range of floral bedding on display at the water's edge.
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.
Eastney Engine Houses

Address

Eastney Beam Engine House, Henderson Road, Eastney, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9JF

Telephone
+44 023 9282 7261

mvs@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Eastney, Southsea

Discover the marvels of Victorian engineering that both improved and lengthened the lives of city residents.
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 Portsmouth Distillery

Address

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

Telephone
02392 733339

info@theportsmouthdistillery.com

Fort Cumberland Road, Southsea

Nestled within the 18th-century Fort Cumberland is an award-winning artisan producer of premium spirits.
Hilsea Jubilee Splash Pool

Address

Hilsea Jubilee Splash Pool, London Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9RP

Telephone
02392 828112

seafront.services@portsmouth.gov.uk

Portsmouth

Head along to the free admission, open-access children's splash pool in Hilsea.
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.
Andrew Simpson Centre - Portsmouth

Address

ASC Portsmouth, Eastern Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5LY

Telephone
02392 663 873

portsmouth@andrewsimpsoncentres.org

Portsmouth

On the stunning shores of Langstone Harbour, ASC Portsmouth offers a wide range of courses and activities for all ages and abilities.
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.