Isle Of Portland
Things to do in Isle Of Portland, Dorset
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Portland is a limestone peninsula in Dorset connected to the mainland by Chesil Beach, a distinctive shingle formation. The island has a long history of stone quarrying and was fortified heavily during the Second World War. Today it remains an industrial and residential area with coastal walks and several historical sites.
Where to stay in Isle Of Portland
All hotels in Isle Of Portland →Thirtyfive B&B
35 Easton Street, Portland
Portland Lodge
Easton Lane, Portland
Heights Hotel
Yeates Road, Portland
The Aqua
Castletown, Portland
The Pulpit Inn
Portland Bill, Portland
Old Castle Hotel
5 Sudan Road, Weymouth
Regency Home
2 Chamberlaine Road, Weymouth
The Kingswood Guest House
55 Rodwell Road, Weymouth
Things to Do in Isle Of Portland(5)
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Portland Bill Lighthouse stands at the southernmost point of the island and draws visitors to its position overlooking the water and surrounding cliffs. Portland Castle is a Tudor fortification built by Henry VIII, located on the western shore. For a less static experience, Moonfleet Adventure Sailing offers boat trips around the island, whilst Portland Museum charts the local history of quarrying, military use and the island's development. Easton Gardens provides planted grounds and play areas in the island's centre.
Where to Eat in Isle Of Portland
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Attractions Near Isle Of Portland
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1 mi
Portland Plateau Walk
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Nothe Fort
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.7
Weymouth Museum
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.1
4 mi
GLOBALLS Weymouth
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.4
Weymouth Beach
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.7
5 mi
Palm House Play Cafe
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.3
6 mi
Pirate Adventure Golf
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.3
SEA LIFE Weymouth
Weymouth · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in Isle Of Portland
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Self-Catering Cottages in Isle Of Portland
All cottages in Isle Of Portland →Trevina
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £323
Hideaway House
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £597
Cornerstone
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £443
Elizabethan House
4 bed · sleeps 7 · from £767
Pebbles
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £473
Mallams Art House
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £821
Mallams
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £393
Freshwater Bay View
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £577
Common questions about Isle Of Portland
What is there to do in Isle Of Portland?
We list 5 attractions and things to do in and around Isle Of Portland.
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