Things to Do in Portchester

⭐ 4.6 0.6 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Portchester Castle

Step into nearly two millennia of military heritage at this remarkably preserved Roman fortress turned medieval stronghold, where interactive displays and captive history await exploration.

⭐ 4.2 1.3 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Port Solent

Catch blockbuster movies on six big screens at this modern multiplex cinema, complete with snacks and refreshments for the whole family to enjoy together.

⭐ 4.7 1.3 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Fort Nelson

Perched on Portsdown Hill, this historic fortress houses the Royal Armouries' impressive artillery collection, showcasing 600 years of weaponry from around the world.

⭐ 4.2 1.6 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Flip Out Portsmouth

Bounce into adventure at this action-packed trampoline park featuring multi-level soft play, foam pits and jumping zones for all ages, plus an onsite café and family-friendly facilities including parking.

⭐ 4.1 1.9 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Playzone Portsmouth

Young adventurers can climb, slide and bounce their way through this action-packed Portsmouth play centre featuring rope walkways, giant slides and bash bags, plus baby changing facilities.

⭐ 4.3 2 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Monkey Bizness Gosport

This indoor soft play venue on Aerodrome Road features climbing frames and activities for energetic kids, with an onsite restaurant serving meals and snacks throughout the day.

⭐ 4.8 2 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Red Spider Climbing

Scale exciting walls and routes at this family-friendly climbing venue, complete with accessible facilities, refreshments on-site, and a warm welcome for pushchairs and dogs alike.

⭐ 3.6 2.1 mi away

Ice & Roller Skating

Planet Ice Gosport

Glide across the ice at this family-friendly rink offering public sessions, disco skating nights, and opportunities to learn figure skating, ice dancing or hockey, with onsite parking and café facilities.

⭐ 4.7 2.2 mi away

Go Karting & Driving Experiences

TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport

Experience high-speed thrills at this indoor racing venue where kids aged 8+ and adults can compete on challenging multi-level tracks. Perfect for family fun days and competitive racing enthusiasts alike.

⭐ 4.3 2.3 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Clip 'N Climb Portsmouth

Take on seven exciting climbing walls suited to different abilities at this Alexandra Park adventure centre, perfect for children aged four and up with parking and an onsite restaurant.

⭐ 4.5 2.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower

Discover the dramatic story of Britain's naval weaponry at this engaging Gosport museum, where families can explore historic armaments and learn about maritime defence through interactive displays and exhibits.

⭐ 4.6 2.8 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Wacky Warehouse at The Sovereigns

Let your children burn off energy in this secure indoor play zone linked to a welcoming pub-restaurant on Kingston Crescent, with full accessibility and baby-changing facilities available.

⭐ 4.9 2.8 mi away

Escape Room Challenges

Exciting Escapes Portsmouth

Put your family's detective skills to the test at this thrilling escape room venue on London Road, where you'll race against time to crack codes and break free from themed challenges.

⭐ 4.8 2.9 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Get Crafty with Mismatch

Unleash your family's creativity at this welcoming Gosport studio where everyone can decorate their own ceramic pieces, with refreshments, full facilities and wheelchair access all provided.

⭐ 4.8 2.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The Mary Rose

Step aboard Henry VIII's legendary Tudor warship and explore authentic 16th-century treasures through captivating displays at Portsmouth's historic naval base museum.

⭐ 4.3 3.1 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Action Stations

Scale rotating climbing walls and tackle the thrilling Ninja Force Obstacle Course at this adventurous activity centre inside Portsmouth's historic naval base, complete with onsite dining and full accessibility.

⭐ 4.6 3.1 mi away

Laser Tag Arenas

Laser Quest Portsmouth

Battle it out in an action-packed laser tag arena at Portsmouth's Action Stations, where families can enjoy thrilling games in wheelchair-accessible surroundings with onsite dining and full facilities including baby changing.

⭐ 4.7 3.2 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Curious About Portsmouth

Explore Portsmouth's fascinating maritime heritage at this accessible Historic Dockyard attraction where families can enjoy picnics, grab snacks, and discover the city's naval history together.

⭐ 4.4 3.2 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Miniport Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Young visitors can enjoy hands-on maritime fun at this activity centre within the famous Historic Dockyard, though families should note limited facilities are available on-site.

⭐ 4.6 3.2 mi away

Arcades & Gaming

Belong Portsmouth

Head to this gaming venue on the first floor of Cascades Shopping Centre for competitive esports action, complete with wheelchair access, onsite dining and convenient parking facilities.

⭐ 4.9 3.3 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Down Range Axe Throwing

Experience the thrill of axe throwing at this exciting venue on North Cross Street, offering expert coaching in a safe environment. Wheelchair accessible with food available on-site, perfect for memorable family fun.

⭐ 4.5 3.3 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Groundlings Theatre

This Portsmouth theatre venue offers family-friendly performances and activities with convenient on-site parking and baby-changing facilities, though access for wheelchair users is limited.

⭐ 4.4 3.4 mi away

Railways & Transport

Miniport at Gunwharf Quays

Young sailors take the wheel of their own powered boats and navigate the waters towards the lighthouse at this hands-on maritime adventure. Life jackets provided for safe voyages around the harbour course.

⭐ 4.3 3.4 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Portsmouth

Catch the newest blockbusters at this 14-screen cinema located at Gunwharf Quays, offering wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks to enjoy during your film.

⭐ 4.2 3.4 mi away

Bowling Alleys

Hollywood Bowl Portsmouth (Gunwharf Quays)

Strike up family fun at this waterfront bowling venue featuring lanes for all ages, exciting arcade entertainment and on-site dining, complete with full accessibility and parking at Gunwharf Quays.

⭐ 4.6 3.4 mi away

Landmarks & Monuments

Spinnaker Tower

Soar 170 metres above Portsmouth for breathtaking coastal vistas stretching across land and sea from this iconic viewing tower, featuring accessible facilities and family-friendly amenities.

🎟️Adventure & Activity Centres

Portsmouth Indoor Tennis Centre 3.6 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Portsmouth Indoor Tennis Centre

Serve up some family fun at this Alex Way indoor tennis facility offering court sessions and light refreshments, though visitors should note limited accessibility and amenities.

⭐ 4.3 3.6 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Blackbrook Park Play Area

This expansive Fareham parkland offers adventure playground equipment suitable for children of various ages, alongside a sports court, with onsite parking and picnic-friendly grounds.

⭐ 4.7 3.7 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Little Woodham Living History Village

Step into the 17th century at this interactive village where costumed characters and hands-on activities transport families back in time. Perfect for picnics, with full accessibility and facilities for all ages.

⭐ 4.6 3.7 mi away

Virtual Reality Experiences

Player Ready VR Portsmouth

Step into cutting-edge virtual reality experiences at this Fratton Road gaming venue, where thrilling immersive adventures await older children and adults in a compact setting.

⭐ 4.7 3.7 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Portsmouth Cathedral

This historic cathedral welcomes families with excellent accessibility including wheelchair access, pushchair-friendly spaces and baby changing facilities, making it an ideal cultural stop for visitors of all ages.

⭐ 4.5 3.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Portsmouth City Museum

Explore Portsmouth's fascinating heritage through engaging family-friendly exhibitions at this accessible museum on Museum Road, featuring hands-on displays that bring local history to life for all ages.

⭐ 4.7 3.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Royal Navy Submarine Museum

Step aboard historic submarines and explore fascinating underwater warfare exhibits at this Gosport museum, where authentic vessels and interactive displays bring Royal Navy heritage to life.

⭐ 4.9 4 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

The Portsmouth Mystery Treasure Trail

Solve clues and uncover hidden secrets as you navigate Portsmouth's historic Spice Island on this engaging self-guided treasure hunt adventure suitable for all the family.

⭐ 4.7 4 mi away

Watersports

Portsmouth Watersports Centre

Experience thrilling aquatic adventures for all the family at this fully accessible watersports hub based at the Andrew Simpson Centre, where expert instruction meets inclusive facilities.

⭐ 3.8 4.1 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Wacky Warehouse - Farmhouse

Let kids burn off energy at this indoor play centre with climbing frames and slides, while you relax in the family restaurant. Complete with accessible facilities and onsite parking.

⭐ 4.2 4.1 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Clarence Pier

Portsmouth's seaside entertainment hub delights families with thrilling fairground attractions, climbing challenges, arcades and soft play zones, all fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

⭐ 4.6 4.3 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Stokes Bay

This Hampshire shingle beach welcomes families for seaside fun and picnics, with wheelchair access and on-site parking making it an easy choice for a coastal day out.

⭐ 4.8 4.4 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Local Haunts Portsmouth

Embark on a spine-tingling guided tour through Portsmouth's dark history, starting from Gallery Zero One in Southsea—perfect for brave families seeking ghostly tales and local legends.

⭐ 4.6 4.4 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

The Forest of Bere

Little adventurers can climb, scramble and explore timber structures and sandy play zones at this Hampshire woodland spot. Bring a picnic or grab refreshments from the onsite café.

⭐ 4.5 4.4 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Lee-on-Solent Beach

This accessible shingle beach along the Solent offers youngsters a wonderful spot for paddling and seaside fun, with convenient parking and space to enjoy your own picnic by the water.

⭐ 3.7 4.6 mi away

Aquariums & Sea Life Centres

Blue Reef Aquarium Portsmouth

Discover fascinating marine life including reef sharks and sea turtles at this Southsea seafront aquarium, perfect for families whatever the weather. Facilities include parking, restaurant and full accessibility.

⭐ 4.6 4.7 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Southsea Skatepark

Hit the ramps at this seafront skating venue on Clarence Esplanade, perfect for boarders looking to practise their tricks. Nearby parking available, though facilities are limited.

⭐ 4.7 4.7 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The D-Day Story

Explore Britain's largest collection dedicated to the 1944 Normandy landings at this fully accessible Portsmouth museum, where families with pushchairs and wheelchair users can easily navigate all exhibits.

4.8 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Southsea Castle

This historic coastal fortress on Portsmouth's seafront offers families a glimpse into Tudor defence history, complete with an onsite restaurant and nearby parking for convenient visits.

⭐ 4.5 4.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Portsmouth Natural History Museum

Discover fascinating local wildlife displays and natural habitats at this Southsea museum on Eastern Parade, where visitors can observe native species including hunting herons in their recreated environments.

⭐ 4.6 4.9 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Southsea Beach

This Hampshire shingle shore along South Parade welcomes paddlers of all ages, with wheelchair access and parking on-site making it an easy day out—pack a picnic for seaside fun!