With both beaches and the countryside on our doorstep – as well as a whole host of tourist attractions which keep visitors flocking to Portsmouth – we can be spoilt for choice for things to do, even on a miserable day. We know there is an abundance of walks and parks to visit, but we have all had days where we are scratching our heads thinking of new ideas. So we have put together this guide of places to visit which may help to inspire you and your family.
![Baffins Pond is the perfect spot to feed the ducks, and the neighbouring playground makes this Tangier Road gem the perfect place to expel some energy and get out in the fresh air all year round.](https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjU1YmVmNGIyLWI4ZWMtNDQzZi1iYzY2LTk3NTg2ZTc1YjNiMjpmZGE3YmZlYy04MWYxLTRiYjgtOTRiMy1iNzc4OTllMDZlMzQ=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=640)
13. Baffins Pond
Baffins Pond is the perfect spot to feed the ducks, and the neighbouring playground makes this Tangier Road gem the perfect place to expel some energy and get out in the fresh air all year round.Photo: Google Street View
![Families can take a trip under the sea with a visit to Blue Reef Aquarium to discover the fantastic variety of creatures which can be found living off our shores. Blue Reef is on Clarence Esplanade and is open everyday (except Christmas Day) from 10am, last entry is always one hour before closing. Tickets start at £10.50. www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/portsmouth](https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmRlOGU0OTg0LWVhNzUtNDliYS1hNGRlLTBhZGE3OTgzM2RjMDoxNDJhZjVjNi1hYjI5LTRjM2QtOGEwOC01ZmZjZWVkOTNiMjM=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=640)
14. Blue Reef Aquarium
Families can take a trip under the sea with a visit to Blue Reef Aquarium to discover the fantastic variety of creatures which can be found living off our shores. Blue Reef is on Clarence Esplanade and is open everyday (except Christmas Day) from 10am, last entry is always one hour before closing. Tickets start at £10.50. www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk/portsmouthPhoto: Blue Reef Aquarium