Many shoppers worry about getting the right gift for their loved-ones and can spend hours trawling the net and pounding the streets going from shop to shop.
The good news is Portsmouth has a number of fantastic shops and attractions that can help you find a present to bring a smile to family and friends faces, no matter what they are into. Whether they are history buffs, fashion lovers, or can’t say no to a slice of cake. there is something for them.
We have come up with 12 ideas of what to get and where to look that unique to Portsmouth and would help some of the amazing local businesses that we are lucky to have in this city.
This list is not exhaustive but hopefully it helps you find the gift you are looking for, or sparks an idea if you are struggling to think of one for that tricky relative.
Find the 12 gifts of Portsmouth Christmas below:
1. Portsmouth Christmas ideas
Here are 12 uniquely Portsmouth gift ideas for Christmas. Picture: Marcin Jedrysiak | Marcin Jedrysiak Photo: Marcin Jedrysiak
2. Queens Hotel
There are plenty of ways to treat a loved one with a gift voucher for the Queens Hotel in Southsea. A number of afternoon tea options are available to be purchased at queenshotelportsmouth.com | Habibur Rahman
3. Pompey
The Pompey fan in your life might be feeling a little blue at the moment when looking at The Championship table. Help them show their support with a Pompey shirt, either new, or retro if they want think back to happier times. | Sarah Standing
4. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
The Historic Dockyard is packed full of fascinating history and attractions. So much so it's difficult to fit it all in in one visit. You can get an unlimited access ticket for 12 months which enable you to visit The Mary Rose Museum, HMS Warrior, and much more. More details can be found on historicdockyard.co.uk | Portsmouth Historic Dockyard