Family friendly

You’ll be wowed by what Portsmouth has to offer, whether you’re 2, 102, or any age! From historic ships with fascinating stories to tell, to museums with activities for all ages – and plenty more besides – we’ve got the lot.

The below attractions have been hand-picked as they offer a great selection of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Whether it's through a fun-packed event programme, special activities for youngsters, or through special considerations to larger groups, these represent the best in family-friendly things to do in Portsmouth.

There are even more ideas on the 50 Things to do in Portsmouth Before You're 5 website, which details free activities for families, as well as inspration for days out that are ideal for ages 0-4.

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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.
Peter Ashley Activity Centres - Fort Widley Equestrian Centre

Address

Fort Widley, Portsdown Hill Road, Cosham, Hampshire, PO6 3LS

Telephone
02392324553

equestrian@peterashleyactivitycentres.co.uk

Cosham

Regardless of your age, ability or fitness, the Peter Ashley Equestrian Centre has a lesson for you.
Wightlink Isle of Wight Ferries

Address

Hamilton Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4PX

Telephone
02392 855 260

Portsmouth

Wightlink is an easy-to-use and award-winning ferry service with regular sailings between Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight.
Royal Navy Submarine Museum

Address

Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2AS

Telephone
+44 02392 510354

enquiries@submarine-museum.co.uk

Gosport

Discover the extraordinary life of a submariner first-hand at The Royal Navy Submarine Museum on the Gosport side of Portsmouth Harbour.
The Portsmouth Music Experience

Address

Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hants, PO1 2AB

Telephone
02393 870200

enquiries@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk

Portsmouth

The Portsmouth Music Experience gallery features spectacular touring exhibitions as well as pieces from the local music scene.
Vue Cinema

Address

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TA

Telephone
+44 08712 240 240

guestservices@myvue.com

Portsmouth

Vue Portsmouth is a modern 14 screen multiplex situated in the Gunwharf Quays complex, Portsmouth.
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.
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.
Havant Murder Mystery Trail

Address

Trail starts at Market Parade, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1PY

Telephone
01872 263692

enquiries@treasuretrails.co.uk

Havant

Explore Havant and learn about the town on this self-guided Murder Mystery Trail.
Portsmouth of the Past Walking Tours

Address

In front of HMS Warrior by the Mudlarks Statue, Outside the entrance to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3DT

Telephone
07742102581

portsmouthofthepast@btinternet.com

Portsmouth

Take a free walking tour around historic Old Portsmouth - focusing on the lives, loves and losses of its people.
Rock Gardens

Address

Rock Gardens, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea Seafront, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 3PB

Telephone
+44 023 9283 4180

parks@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Southsea Seafront, Southsea

Very attractive, sheltered gardens close to the seafront with a wide variety of interesting plants, waterfall and pools.
Portsmouth Cathedral, St. Thomas'

Address

High Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2HH

Telephone
+44 023 9282 3300

enquiries@portsmouthcathedral.org.uk

Portsmouth

Take a voyage of discovery at Portsmouth Cathedral, and uncover over 800 years of history.
Text Quest

Address

Various locations around Portsmouth, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1AA

Telephone
01489 578 321

action@textquest.co.uk

Portsmouth

Take a tour of Portsmouth whilst playing a fun, problem-solving mobile game.
Trailclues

Address

Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2AD

Telephone
02038703233

Portsmouth

Solve the clues and discover the hidden side of Portsmouth.
South Coast Wakepark

Address

Near Hilsea Lido, London Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9RP

Telephone
07570 783866

bookings@southcoastwakepark.co.uk

Portsmouth

A British Water Ski & Wakeboard accredited park, located in the calm and sheltered waters of the historic moat of Hilsea Lines.
Langstone Harbour

Address

Hayling Island, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0DG

Telephone
+44 023 9246 3419

environment@langstoneharbour.org.uk

Hayling Island

A 14-mile Langstone Harbour Waterside Walk can be enjoyed, starting from Ferry Point Eastney, around the whole loop of Langstone Harbour, using the Ferry to return.
WicorMarine Yacht Haven

Address

Cranleigh Road, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 9DR

Telephone
01329237112

inbox@wicormarine.co.uk

Portchester

Walk-ashore and mid-river marina berths, plus boatyard, paddle boarding, kayaking and licensed café.
Royal Garrison Church

Address

Penny Street, Grand Parade, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2NJ

Telephone
+44 023 9282 3973

southeast@english-heritage.org.uk

Portsmouth

Discover this beautiful church in Old Portsmouth, which was partially destroyed during a firebomb raid in 1941.
Round Tower

Address

Round Tower, Broad Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2LY

Telephone
+44 023 9282 7261

Portsmouth

The Round Tower is one of Portsmouth's oldest permanent fortifications.
Chester Monte's Murder Mystery Experience

Address

Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1BA

Telephone
07751402047

info@im-puzzled.com

Portsmouth

Become a private investigator and walk the city streets to solve a fascinating murder mystery.