Visitor Information

In our Visitor Information section you’ll find everything you need to make sure your visit to Portsmouth is absolutely perfect.

There are downloadable brochures and guides, which give you more detail on city attractions and ideas about what to do on your next visit. There are also handy maps so you don’t get lost! Of course, our Visitor Information Points in the city are on hand to give you face-to-face help if you need it.

If you want to keep up to speed with all the goings on around Portsmouth, you can sign up to our newsletter for regular updates. You can also check out the Discounted Tickets page to snap up a bargain before you travel.

There’s travel information for getting to the city, and making your way around once you’re here. Whether you’re on the bus, on a bike or on a boat – there’s all the information you need. We’ve also got you covered for all the details you need ahead of sailing to or from Portsmouth International Port.

You can also get answers to all the top-level questions in our FAQs, or find out where to bring your four-legged friend with details on dog-friendly Portsmouth. Anyone with additional needs or requirements can find details in our Accessibility page, whilst those who want nothing more than good connectivity can see where to get online with information about city WiFi spots.

If you still have questions or comments you can contact us. There’s also contact details for trade and press enquiries, as well as opportunities for businesses to advertise with Visit Portsmouth.

If you need medical help

If you or someone in your family needs medical help during your visit, local healthcare services are available. To make sure the NHS can help the greatest number of people, please make sure you choose the right service for your needs.

• Pharmacists can help with minor health concerns, offering expert advice and over-the-counter medication to help treat conditions such as colds, coughs, headaches, aches and pains, or an upset stomach.
• Urgent Treatment Centres (UTCs) offer treatment for minor illnesses and injuries that require urgent attention but are not life-threatening. This includes cuts and grazes, minor head and eye wounds, sprains and strains, bites and stings, and breaks to arms, lower legs and feet.
• NHS 111 allows people to get medical help online or over the phone 24-hours-a-day, 7 days a week. Trained staff will offer advice on your symptoms and direct you to the right service. If needed, they can book patients into UTCs, emergency dental services, pharmacy or the Emergency Department which can help save time.
• The Emergency Department at Queen Alexandra Hospital is available for life-threatening emergencies such as loss of consciousness, persistent or severe chest pain, breathing difficulties, or severe bleeding that cannot be stopped. If you are in a life-threatening situation, call 999 or attend the emergency department.

Visit Health and Care Portsmouth to find out where to go for an illness or injury that requires immediate attention in an urgent or emergency situation.

Water quality

If you want to find out real-time information on water quality in the beaches around Portsmouth, take a look at the Beachbuoy website.