Visit Portsmouth has released a walking route to help people maximise and day out in the city and see the best sights on offer. The ‘Walkable Portsmouth’ route takes its followers from the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard to the seafront in Southsea taking in some outstanding attractions along the way. You can find the full details of the itinerary – and make use of the Visit Portsmouth’s itinerary planner tool – on the Visit Portsmouth website.
Here are 11 scenic sights you can visit while following the ‘Walkable Portsmouth’ route:
9. Portsmouth Cathedral
Walking another 500 metres will take you to Portsmouth Cathedral in Old Portsmouth. The building has lots to see - whether or not you're a Christian - and has traces its origins back to 1180. Photo: -
10. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
The walking route begins with a visit to Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard, which is home to several maritime attractions. Here, you can visit Lord Nelson's famous ship the HMS Victory, The Mary Rose Museum and The National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth. Attractions start at £24 per adult and £19 per child. Photo: BasPhoto
11. Gunwharf Quays
Home to more than 90 shops, restaurants and bars, Gunwharf Quays is the next stop on the route. It makes an ideal destination for those looking to visit outlet stores and high-end brands. Photo: Shaun Roster
12. D-Day Story
Follow the seafront past Southsea Common (a nice place to stop for a picnic) and you'll find The D-Day Story museum. This explains D-Day and the Battle of Normandy with exhibitions, workshops and other activities. Entry costs £12.15 for adults and £6.08 for children or students. Photo: Trev Harman