15 incredible Portsmouth tourist attractions many people in Portsmouth do not go to - but really should
By Joe Buncle
Published 18th May 2024, 10:41 BST
Updated 19th Jun 2024, 08:48 BST
Portsmouth has some award-winning attractions which see thousands of people flock to the city each year – but are often overlooked by locals.
Many of us are proud to live in a city which boasts world class attractions like Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the D-Day Story museum – but when was the last time you paid them a visit? We’ve put together a list of some of the best Portsmouth tourist attractions that we think everyone should visit – not just visitors to the city.
Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery has plenty of excellent – and free – displays on local history, and is open from Tuesday to Sunday between 10am and 5pm. A statement on the museum’s website reads: “discover the world of Sherlock Holmes, see fascinating works of art, trace the history of Portsmouth FC and a whole load more besides.”For more information, visit https://portsmouthmuseum.co.uk/.Photo: Portsmouth City Council
The rose garden at the former site of Lumps Fort in Southsea is a beautiful place to relax and, in full bloom, has many varieties of roses to admire.Photo: -
The Blue Reef Aquarium on Southsea seafront allows visitors a glimpse of tropical coral reefs and a chance to get up close to fantastic aquatic creatures.Photo: -
Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum allows visitors to explore the first home of one of the UK's most celebrated authors. Dickens was born at the Portsmouth address - now 393 Commercial Road - more than 200 years ago.Photo: Portsmouth City Council