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SouthHampshireVisit Portsmouth

Portsmouth HarbourPortsmouth is actually on an island, with Southsea being the main residential area.

This town is very busy with a history based on the sea, its involvement in the Royal Navy started with Richard the Lionheart and continues to the present day.

Popular for its naval history and as a shopping area, the harbour is active all year around with ferries to Gosport and around the harbour, which,  after years of discussion, is being re-developed.

The Southsea area is a resort, the "play area" for the town, with gardens and seaside attractions.

Much of the harbour defences are still intact, and date from Tudor times, with a castle at Southsea.

You can buy an all-in "passport" ticket which covers the three major museums and the 3 main ships.

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Portsmouth Tourist Attractions

 
Cumberland House Natural History Museum, Eastern Parade, Southsea, collections, butterfly house, shop etc, Tel: 023 9282 7261 Admission Charge
 
City Museum, Old Commercial Road, exhibits chart the city history in former barracks, crafts, shop etc, Tel: 023 9282 7261
 
Dicken's Birthplace Museum, Dicken's was born here in 1812 as his father was a clerk in the Navy, restored with furniture etc,   Tel: 023 9282 7261 Admission Charge
 
Portsmouth Guildhall, tours only in the week, Tel: 023 9283 4092
 
HM Royal Navy Base, HMS Victory, Nelson's ship, the Mary Rose, a Tudor vessel raised from the sea in the Solent and kept wet to preserve the hull,   and HMS Warrior, are the ships here, guided tours, staff in period clothes on HMS Warrior, Tel: 023 9287 0999  Admission Charge
 
Royal Navy Museum, still on the base, 18th century buildings, history of the Navy to the present day, shop etc, Tel: 023 9287 0999 Admission Charge
 
D Day Museum, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, realistic exhibits with sound re-enact the reasons for the D Day Operation, also D Day tapestry 272ft long, shop etc, Tel:023 9282 7261 Admission Charge
 
Royal Marine Museum, re-creations of history of the Marines, assault courses, shop etc, Tel: 023 9281 9385 Admission Charge
 
Harbour Fortifications, historical fortifications around the harbour and at Gosport date from Tudor times, at Southsea the defences mix with the modern resort's gardens.
 
Southsea Castle & Museum, housed in part of Henry VIII' s coastal defences, exhibits on Portsmouth military history, model ships, shop etc, Tel: 023 928 27261 Admission Charge
 
Spitbank Fort, take the ferry from HMS Warrior to this fort out in the sea, freshwater well, you can even stay on it !, Tel: 01329 664286 Admission Charge
 
Sea Life Centre, Southsea, aquarium, play areas, Tel: 023 9273 4461 Admission Charge
 
Portchester Castle, off the A27, overlooks Portsmouth harbour, imposing walls and towers once part of a Roman 3rd century fort. Remains of 12th century church, 14th century tower, Richard II palace, Tel: 023 9237 8291 Admission Charge More Information On Porchester Castle
 
Langstone, A27 near Havant,small village, thatched cottages looking over the mud flats.
 
Butser Ancient Farm, north off the A3 at Chalton near Queen Elizabeth Forest, reconstructed Iron Age farm, animals,crafts and demonstrations, shop etc, Tel: 023 9259 8838 Admission Charge
 

Where To Stay in Portsmouth

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The Royal Beach Hotel South Parade Southsea PO4 0RN MAP
In a prime position on the seafront at Southsea, The Royal Beach Hotel is convenient to see all of Portsmouth. With superb views across the Solent, the Royal Beach is ideal for business or pleasure.

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Langstone Hotel Northney Road Hayling Island Hayling Island PO11 0NQ MAP
Secluded on the shore overlooking the Langstone Harbour and Estuary. This modern hotel is the perfect base for discovering the delights of Southern England.

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Portsmouth Marriott Hotel Portsmouth Road Portsmouth PO6 4SH MAP
Located on the South Coast, the hotel is close to Port Solent and Porchester Castle. The town centre, seafront and continental ferry port are located nearby for you to explore.

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Best Western Queens Hotel Clarence Parade Southsea PO5 3LJ MAP
The Best Western Queens Hotel enjoys superb views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. Situated in Portsmouth, Hampshire, on Southsea historic seafront.

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Express By Holiday Inn Portsmouth The Plaza, Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth PO1 3FD MAP
The hotel is in a superb location, making it ideal for business or leisure breaks. It comprises 130 en-suite bedrooms and two meeting rooms, all with comfort cooling.

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Holiday Inn Portsmouth Pembroke Road Portsmouth PO1 2TA MAP
Located near the sea front, within easy access of the M27 motorway, this hotel offers a prime location for exploring Portsmouth's many attractions.

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Innlodge Burrfields Road Portsmouth PO3 5HH MAP
Ideally located close to the centre of maritime Portsmouth, with the ferry port a short drive away, the traditional hotel offers an excellent array of facilities for all the family including an Action Zone for the younger ones.

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Guest Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels


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Waratah Lodge 116 Havant Road Hayling Island PO11 0LJ MAP
Situated on Hayling Island a popular holiday destination, close to the sea, watersports and historic sites Ideal for buisness or holiday breaks, windsurfing, kite surfing, jet skis, diving, golf, fishing, sailing or walking

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Tulip Inn Binnacle Way Kingsway North Portsmouth PO6 4FB MAP
We offer style, comfort and excellent value for money. Situated near junction 12 of the M27, The Tulip Inn Portsmouth is easy to get to.

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Travelodge Portsmouth Kingston Crescent Garfield Road North End Portsmouth PO2 8AB

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Around The Portsmouth Area

The New Forest is "must visit" so travel up to Brockenhurst and Lyndhurst.

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Gosport (2.15 miles) Fareham (5.30 miles) Hamble (10.82 miles) Chichester (13.79 miles) Hythe (14.26 miles) Bucklers Hard (14.53 miles) Southampton (15.52 miles) Petersfield (15.63 miles) Midhurst (19.80 miles) Winchester (20.61 miles) Liphook (22.86 miles)

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Area Telephone Code
023
Information Centres

Clarence Esplanade,
Southsea
Tel: 023 9282 6722

The Hard Portsmouth
Tel: 023 9282 6722
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