Portsmouth
Sail into Portsmouth Harbour or simply watch one of the world's busiest harbours in action. Portsmouth is a unique waterfront destination, on or off the water there's something for everyone to enjoy.



History
Portsmouth is a city steeped in history with an impressive cast of characters from maritime heroes to literary giants. From its humble beginnings as a Saxon fishing village, Portsmouth developed into a military garrison town and then into the home of one of the most powerful sea-borne fighting forces in history. There's quite a story to tell!



Old Portsmouth
If you want to learn more about Portsmouth's past then where better to start than in Old Portsmouth? Wander through the cobbled streets and narrow lanes and let history unfold. See where convicts and heroes left England for the last time. Discover fortifications ordered by Henry V to ward off invaders and enjoy the pubs of Spice Island where once press gangs lined up new recruits.


More info at Portsmouth Website