Activities

Don’t just be a passive observer on your next trip to Portsmouth – get right into the heart of the action with our great array of fun activities.

Much of the action is centred along the seafront, with watersports centres, boat hire companies and countless others operating within a pebble’s throw of the sea.

Maybe instead you’d prefer to get out and explore everything the city has to offer on foot? Portsea Island is relatively small and very flat, so it’s the perfect place for walking and running. Head out under your own steam, or book onto a guided tour led by local experts who can showcase the city's hidden history.

Portsmouth can also be easily traversed on two wheels – with the road along Southsea Promenade being a special favourite with locals and visitors alike. Discover the city’s cycle routes, and be sure to visit our Maps page for information on the many city cycleways.

If you’re after a quieter pace of life on the water’s edge, our fishing spots will be a great place to spend whole afternoons, days or even whole weekends.

The shallows around Portsmouth are a haven for waders – making the city a prime destination for birdwatching. Head out to our internationally significant breeding spots to see a host of brent geese, curlew, common redshank and a whole lot more.

Maybe you’d rather enjoy a spot of pampering and luxury? If so, see your health and spa options for your trip to Portsmouth. Whether you want a few treatments to supplement your stay or go all out, we have plenty to choose from.

Or how about getting out to make memories that will last a lifetime? See all the adventure and outdoor activities you can enjoy in Portsmouth, to really get the blood pumping.

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Portsmouth Football Club

Address

Fratton Park, Portsmouth Football Club, Frogmore Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 8RA

Telephone
+44 023 9273 1204

info@pompeyfc.co.uk

Frogmore Road, Portsmouth

Fratton Park is home of Portsmouth Football Club.
Wetwheels Solent

Address

The Old Guardhouse, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TZ

Telephone
023 92 819 366

office@wetwheelssolent.co.uk

Portsmouth

All abilities are welcome on Wetwheels' fully accessible boats for trips around the Solent.
Staunton Country Park

Address

Petersfield Road, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5HB

Telephone
023 9245 3405

staunton.enquiries@hants.gov.uk

Havant

With beautiful gardens and 1,000 acres of country park to explore there’s something for everyone at Staunton.
Canoe Lake

Address

Canoe Lake, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9RG

Telephone
023 9281 6760

Southsea

A popular park dating from 1886 with some of the mature evergreen oaks planted in 1910, Canoe Lake has an impressive range of floral bedding on display at the water's edge.
Southsea Splash Pool

Address

Clarence Esplanade, Southsea seafront, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3NS

Telephone
+44 023 9282 8112

vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Southsea

Head to the splash pool at Southsea for safe fun in the water along the seafront.
The Astoria

Address

37-39 Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2RY

Telephone
023 9286 3741

Portsmouth

The Astoria remains one of Portsmouth's biggest and best-loved nightclubs.
Hovertravel

Address

Hovertravel, Southsea Terminal, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3AD

Telephone
0345 222 0461

info@hovertravel.com

Clarence Esplanade, Southsea

Hovertravel, the only scheduled Hovercraft operator in Europe, is the quickest way to reach the Isle of Wight.
No.6 Cinema

Address

No.6 Cinema, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3LJ

Telephone
074 3502 9408

info@no6cinema.co.uk

Portsmouth

No.6 Cinema is Portsmouth's premier independent cinema, showing some arthouse gems and forgotten classics alongside the big Hollywood blockbusters.
Andrew Simpson Centre - Portsmouth

Address

ASC Portsmouth, Eastern Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5LY

Telephone
02392 663 873

portsmouth@andrewsimpsoncentres.org

Portsmouth

On the stunning shores of Langstone Harbour, ASC Portsmouth offers a wide range of courses and activities for all ages and abilities.
Solent Yachting

Address

Solent Yachting, 18 Haslar Marina, Haslar Road, Gosport, Hants, PO12 1NU

Telephone
02392 520200

info@solent-yachting.com

Haslar Road, Gosport

Where your adventure starts... the Solent is one of the world's best sailing destinations. So why not make the most of it and charter a yacht from Solent Yachting for a day, weekend or even a week. No experience required.
Aspex

Address

Aspex Portsmouth, The Vulcan Building, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3BF

Telephone
+44 023 9277 8080

info@aspex.org.uk

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth

A visual arts and educational charity bringing new art and ideas to the heart of the city.
Phoenix Helicopter Academy

Address

Business Hanger, 4 Spitfire Way, Lee-On-The-Solent, Hampshire, PO13 9GA

Telephone
01243 790 900

solent@phoenixhelicopters.co.uk

Lee-On-The-Solent

Phoenix Helicopter Academy is the South's favourite Helicopter Training School and Charter Operator.
Portchester Castle

Address

Castle Street, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 9QW

Telephone
023 9237 8291

customers@english-heritage.org.uk

Portchester

Visit the Roman-Saxon shore fort with Norman additions - featuring a near-perfect keep and Norman church within the walls.
Portsmouth Tennis Centre

Address

Portsmouth Tennis Centre, Alex Way, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9AD

Telephone
02393 200402

ptc@bhlive.org.uk

Portsmouth

Whether you are an aspiring Wimbledon champion, or just fancy a fun game, Portsmouth Tennis Centre's indoor facilities enable you to have a game - whatever the weather.
Exploria

Address

The Pyramids Centre, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3ST

Telephone
023 9320 0330

exploria@bhlive.org.uk

Southsea, Portsmouth

Explore a world of fun at Exploria - the bounce and play park that's full of wonder.
Staunton Farm

Address

Middle Park Way, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5HB

Telephone
023 9245 3405

staunton.enquiries@hants.gov.uk

Havant

Spend a day at Staunton and enjoy everything the farm has to offer.
Mountbatten Leisure Centre

Address

Mountbatten Leisure Centre, Alexandra Park, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9QA

Telephone
02393 200401

mountbatten@bhlive.org.uk

Portsmouth

The Mountbatten Leisure Centre is set in an attractive park adjacent to Portsmouth's northern shore. The centre is the city's premier sports facility and has a long reputation for hosting a wide variety of national and international sporting events…
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Southsea Treasure Hunt: The Mystery of Southsea's Laughing Sailor

Address

Starts at Portsmouth Museum & Art Gallery, Museum Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2LJ

jack.wells@mysteryguides.co.uk

Portsmouth

Turn the streets of Southsea into a 'whodunnit' treasure hunt adventure!
Hollywood Bowl

Address

Hollywood Bowl, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TA

Telephone
0844 4770 494

Portsmouth

Hollywood Bowl is a great place to create memories and share fun times with your family, friends and work colleagues.
Nelson Trail Self-Guided Walk

Address

Landport Gate, St George's Road, (ends at Spur redoubt), Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2EH

Telephone
+44 023 9282 6722

vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

(ends at Spur redoubt), Portsmouth

This self-guided walk takes you through Old Portsmouth, highlighting points of interest relating to Vice Admiral Lord Nelson and Portsmouth around the time of the Battle of Trafalgar.