Portsmouth
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Portsmouth
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.
Portsmouth City Centre
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.
Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Old Portsmouth
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Old Portsmouth. You might want to make time for a stop at Square Tower or Old Portsmouth Beach.
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.
Royal Maritime Hotel
Only stayed for one night but staff were pleasant and helpful. Good transport links as hotel was only a few minutes walk from Portsmouth Harbour station and National Express coach stop.
Reviewed on 1 Apr, 2026
Village Hotel Portsmouth
The hotel was noisy from 08:00 on Saturday morning with what I can only assume was a spin class being taken by someone using a mega-phone...
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays by IHG
A lovely hotel, with a great breakfast and parking. Great location for those who enjoy shopping, eating out and viastal walks.
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Gunwharf Quays Apartments
A few things didn’t work but the apartment was great and well placed for our needs
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
ANG Apartments
Cosy 3 Bed Flat in Southsea
There was no light on the Holloway. No parking until 7pm. Entrance was not very welcoming. Though house was spacious.
Reviewed on 1 Aug, 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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 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.
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.
Mary Rose Museum
Discover life onboard and the history of one of King Henry VIII’s favorite warships via displays of valuable artifacts and interactive activities.
Things to do
Portsmouth: Portsmouth of the Past Walking Tour
Isle of Wight: Osborne Admission Ticket
