Portsmouth

Travel Guide

HMS Warrior
Round Tower
St. John\'s Cathedral
Royal Marines Museum which includes art and interior views
Gunwharf Quays

Where to stay in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Museum which includes heritage elements

Southsea

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

Southsea
St. John\'s Cathedral

Portsmouth City Centre

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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
From the top of Portsdown hill you can see Portsmouth and the Spinnaker Tower. Beyond the Solent separates the Isle of Wight from the British mainland.

Cosham

3.5/5(9 area reviews)

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

Cosham
The Point featuring a bay or harbor and cuddly or friendly animals as well as an individual male

Old Portsmouth

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

Old Portsmouth
Charles Dickens Birthplace

Buckland

Though Buckland might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Portsmouth International Port and Portsmouth Guildhall.

Buckland
Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

Portsmouth Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Southampton Road, Portsmouth, England
The price is AED 323 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
AED 323
AED 388 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Lovely stay, would recommend."

Reviewed on 15 July 2025

Portsmouth Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Portsmouth

Village Hotel Portsmouth

4 out of 5
Lakeshore Drive, Portsmouth, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 313 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
AED 313
AED 375 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"We stayed as we were going to portsmouth dockside. I did originally think it was closer to more things but thats my own fault for not checking. Easy to access though from the roads so just nipped in the car the next day. We stayed 1 night, had a drink in the bar. Didnt eat so cant comment on food. ..."

Reviewed on 24 July 2025

Village Hotel Portsmouth
Southsea Rocks Hotel

Southsea Rocks Hotel

2 out of 5
4 Florence Rd, Portsmouth, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 192 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
AED 192
AED 231 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (57 reviews)
"I had a great experience here! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made me feel right at home. The place was also spotless—very clean and well-maintained. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 20 July 2025

Southsea Rocks Hotel
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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 ...
5/10 (4 reviews)
"Good city centre location, easy access to Portsmouth City and close to public transport options for other places. Unique style of accommodation with "flats" each having 4 ensuite bedrooms and shared kitchen & lounging area."

Reviewed on 20 July 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 July 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 July 2025

Central Versatile Studio
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Gunwharf Quays showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Gunwharf Quays

4.5/5(50 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gunwharf Quays during your stay in Portsmouth. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Gunwharf Quays
Portsmouth International Port

Portsmouth International Port

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Portsmouth with a trip to Portsmouth International Port. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Portsmouth International Port
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard featuring a marina

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

4.5/5(63 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a stop at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

HMS Victory

4.5/5(31 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at HMS Victory, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Portsmouth. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

HMS Victory
University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Portsmouth as part of your travels around Portsmouth. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth Guildhall

Portsmouth Guildhall

Get tickets for a show at Portsmouth Guildhall, a storied theater in Portsmouth. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Portsmouth Guildhall

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