Portsmouth City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of Portsmouth
Explore the campus of University of Portsmouth as part of your travels around Portsmouth. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Portsmouth Guildhall
Enjoy a show at Portsmouth Guildhall, a theatre with a story to tell in Portsmouth. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
St. John's Cathedral
After visiting St. John's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portsmouth. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Gunwharf Quays
You can do some window-shopping at Gunwharf Quays during your visit to Portsmouth. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Portsmouth International Port
Explore the waterfront in Portsmouth with a trip to Portsmouth International Port. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
You can learn about the history of Portsmouth when you stop by Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.
Top hotels in Portsmouth City Centre
ibis Portsmouth Centre
stayed here lots of times always 5 star review, however this time was disappointed reduced food menu but then hadnt got some of it and at times felt the staff thought customers were an inconvenience
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Southampton
Great Hotel.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Novotel Southampton
Fridge light blinked all night. Had to cover with jacket
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Moxy Southampton
Great location
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour
The staff were friendly and the room was spacious. There were a lot of things that detracted from the experience though: lifts not working, power sockets broken, heated towel rail permanently off, people playing in the pool with balls (despite this being prohibited), broken lockers… it sadly made ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Royal Maritime Hotel
Location, Location, Location! It was excellent for getting to what we wanted to see.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portsmouth City Centre
Buckland
While Buckland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Portsmouth International Port and Portsmouth Guildhall.
Old Portsmouth
You'll enjoy the monuments and historical sites in Old Portsmouth. You might want to make time for a stop at Square Tower or Old Portsmouth Beach.
Southsea
Southsea is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, lively bars and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Fratton Park or Kings Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Cosham
Cosham is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out PlayZone Portsmouth, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
