City break in Portsmouth. Active leisure ideas for Portsmouth - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Except of wealthy trip program Portsmouth can offer to its guests a lot of interesting amusements. One of the most popular attractions is city observing from the Spinnaker tower. On the last floor of the modern tall house there is big observation desk, from this desk it is possible to see the fantastic view of city and the seaside districts. As for construction this building reminds of the sail; except of the observation desk there are several attractive cafes.
Portsmouth invites its guests to visit the best restaurants, there are various establishments in this city. Restaurant 27 is very popular, except of big assortment of national dishes it … Open
The main symbol of big port city is historical docks, which were constructed in 1194. Today several beautiful old ships are moored there and every ship has own amazing history. One of them … Open
For children there are perfect playing grounds, it is possible to find a lot of interesting attractions on the park’s territory. While children have a fun on the roundabouts and chutes, parents can rest in comfortable resting zone or go to one of the cafes. The most popular night establishment of the city is comedy-club Jongleurs, several times a week it suggests interesting program for the guests. Near the city’s center there is the most dimensioned complex Gunwharf Quays. It is possible to buy everything there – from fashionable clothes and accessories to memorable presents and perfumes.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Portsmouth and surroundings
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National and city parks around Portsmouth
♥ Park 'Queen Elizabeth II' , 112.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Park 'Cherbourg' , 134 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Park 'Queen Elizabeth II' , 112.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Park 'Cherbourg' , 134 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Portsmouth
♥ Amusement park 'Clarence Pier' , 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Funland' , 7.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Robin Hill' , 16.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Blackgang Chine' , 27.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Paultons Park' , 36.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Clarence Pier' , 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Funland' , 7.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Robin Hill' , 16.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Blackgang Chine' , 27.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Paultons Park' , 36.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Portsmouth
♥ Water park 'Splashdown' Poole, Dorset, 60.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splashdown' Poole, Dorset, 60.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Portsmouth
♥ Restaurant '36 on the Quay' Emsworth. Type - Modern British. 12.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Fat Olives' Emsworth. Type - Modern British. 12.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Beach House' West Wittering. Type - Traditional cuisine. 14.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Samphire' East Wittering. Type - Traditional British. 15.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Bugle' Hamble-le-Rice. Type - Traditional British. 16.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant '36 on the Quay' Emsworth. Type - Modern British. 12.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Fat Olives' Emsworth. Type - Modern British. 12.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Beach House' West Wittering. Type - Traditional cuisine. 14.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Samphire' East Wittering. Type - Traditional British. 15.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Bugle' Hamble-le-Rice. Type - Traditional British. 16.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Portsmouth from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Megalithic Monuments of Stonehenge and Avebury
From the series “Top 15 Unesco Sites in Europe”
Check on the map: Distance from Portsmouth center - 66.5 km.
First of all, scientists find it difficult to name the exact time of the appearance of structures. According to some data, the age of Stonehenge is more than 5 000 years. The second and another puzzling item is the way to build such a large monument. How had been people able to build that imposing monument, which has remained intact for thousands of years? That’s one of the major mysteries of mankind. Finally, the purpose of the structure remains unknown. According to one legend, the magic stone circle has been built a thousand years ago by Merlin The Magician. Some scientists believe that Stonehenge was built in the era of the Roman Empire as a place for religious ceremonies. …
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Arundel Castle
From the series “Amazing Ancient Fortresses Preserved to This Day”
Check on the map: Distance from Portsmouth center - 38.7 km.
The history of the castle is rich in incredible events. In the course of a few centuries Arundel has changed more than ten owners. During the civil war in the 17th century, the castle was heavily damaged. At the end of the 18th century, the 11th Duke Norfolk began the reconstruction of Arundel, whereby the castle gained finer and tighter neogothic features. The active reconstruction of the castle lasted in the Victorian era, so the monument is invaluable from an architectural point of view. In 1846, the Queen Victoria visited the castle and spent a few days in the magnificent rooms. …
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December. Read this
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Guide to your best city break in Portsmouth - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Portsmouth - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Portsmouth?' disappears immediately.