The road is home to a number of major nationwide chains alongside hidden gems and independent outlets. Like all of our high streets in Portsmouth, the road has seen many changes over the years as historic retailers have closed and new businesses opened.
Here are 11 of the most beloved shops on Commercial Road:
5. 5. Ann Summers
Ann Summers is a major retailer of womens' lingerie with a shop on Commercial Road. Photo: David George
6. 6. Victory Sports
Victory Sports is in the Cascades shopping centre and specialises in American sportswear. Picture: Keith Woodland Photo: Keith Woodland
7. 7. King of Vintage
King of Vintage is a vintage shop in the Cascades shopping centre. Pictured are staff Ethan Rousseau, Tracey Green (who owns the shop) and Ali Lees. Picture: Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
8. 8. Lush
Shoppers visit cosmetics outlet Lush to browse - and smell - its wide selection of soaps and bath bombs. Picture: Sarah Standing Photo: Sarah Standing