Portsmouth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Royal Marines Museum which includes interior views and art
Gunwharf Quays

Where to stay in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Museum which includes heritage elements

Southsea

Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Kings Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Southsea
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Portsmouth City Centre

4/5(1 area review)

Portsmouth City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Portsmouth Guildhall and New Theatre Royal while in the area.

Portsmouth City Centre
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Cosham

4/5(1 area review)

Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Cosham
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Old Portsmouth

You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Old Portsmouth. You might want to make time for a stop at Sally Port or Square Tower.

Old Portsmouth
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Buckland

While Buckland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Portsmouth International Port and Portsmouth Guildhall.

Buckland
Village Hotel Portsmouth

Village Hotel Portsmouth

4 out of 5
Lakeshore Drive, Portsmouth, England
The price is AU$146 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$146
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Comfy bed and good check in/out. Room facilities are good but need a little TLC . Plenty of parking. Bar service slow"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Village Hotel Portsmouth
Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Southampton Road, Portsmouth, England
The price is AU$163 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$163
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Overall, it was a nice hotel and room although a little expensive. However there was no lock on bathroom door and there was no hook for hand towel. There was also no hair conditioner in the bottle. Mattress seemed a little old (lumpy) but pillows were very nice and comfy. Hotel was in a good location ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Portsmouth Marriott Hotel
Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

4 out of 5
Pembroke Road, Portsmouth, England
The price is AU$148 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$148
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Convenient
"Good location for walking to the shopping centre or Southsea. Car park wasn't big enough, but you can hire a permit to park nearby. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG
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Catherine House

Catherine House

2 out of 5
Stanhope Rd, Portsmouth, England
Stay at this apartment in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic ...
5.4/10 (7 reviews)
Good location
"A nice location very central very easy check in if you do the online check in before hand"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Catherine House
Gunwharf Quays Apartments

Gunwharf Quays Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Gunwharf Quays Residential, Portsmouth, England
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth ...
8/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
"This property is in an excellent location for visiting the Historical Naval Yards and related attractions. The property was very clean and quiet. My only "complaint" is that the washer-dryer machine took several hours per load. I strongly recommend staying here!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Gunwharf Quays Apartments
Central Versatile Studio

Central Versatile Studio

2 out of 5
1 Aylward St, Portsmouth, England
Stay at this apartment in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard are located nearby.
6/10 (1 review)
"property just down rd from the hard. Hard to find without prior knowledge. Entry was difficult becuase the entry system at first took a lot of doing. It is on a safe system that needs imput from the owners and a no to get the small safe to drop and reveal the key to apt. Not able to get TV or internet ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

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Popular places to visit

Gunwharf Quays featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Gunwharf Quays

Stretching along the sea is one of Portsmouth's coolest areas, with plenty of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants as well as a contemporary art gallery.

Gunwharf Quays
Portsmouth International Port

Portsmouth International Port

Embark on a trip to Europe or enter the lovely town of Portsmouth, England, through the comfort and ease of this modern port.

Portsmouth International Port
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard featuring a marina

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Find heroic ships, triumphant naval vessels and World War I frigates at this dockyard, a tribute to the city’s maritime might.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
HMS Victory which includes heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

HMS Victory

Lord Nelson's triumphant warship is one of the best-preserved vessels from the Napoleonic wars and one of Portsmouth's most impressive attractions.

HMS Victory
University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth

The harbors of Portsmouth helped the city establish its importance in the world. Now this university continues innovating to deliver a global influence.

University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth Guildhall

Portsmouth Guildhall

Sing along to some of the world’s biggest names in music, laugh until you cry and join the celebrations in this central entertainment venue.

Portsmouth Guildhall

Activities

Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour

AU$20
per adult
Portsmouth: Old Portsmouth Historical Walking Tour
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth

AU$20
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Portsmouth
The rear of the House - but the front as you come from the sea

Osborne House-A driver guided tour of Victoria's Island Paradise

AU$1,576
per traveller
Osborne House-A driver guided tour of Victoria's Island Paradise
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